Registered Nurse

 Overview:

WiredPeople is seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our team. The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care and the provision of other patient services in a clinical setting. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy. RNs will be scheduled to work 12-hour shifts, alternating 36 and 48 hours per week, working every other weekend. 
Day shifts will be 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Night shifts will be 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Ideal candidates will be located in St. Louis or close enough to commute to facilities located in St. Louis.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities:

• Records medical and family history of patients and current medication usage, conducts physical examinations, and monitors vital signs.
• Develops and updates patient care plan for completion of treatment goals.
• Reviews patient charts for physician orders, progress notes, and physical complaints.
• Consults with physicians concerning problem cases, provides assistance with case management, and refers patients to appropriate clinic or agency for treatment.
• Responds to emergency or life-threatening situations and administers appropriate treatment.
• Counsels and instructs patients and family members on proper care and use of medication and medical equipment, modifies care plan according to patient's progress, and informs of available services, if providing care in the home or hospital.
• Instructs individuals, families, and other groups regarding health issues, such as preventive care, nutrition, and childcare.
• Arranges for immunizations, blood pressure testing, and other health screening.
• May supervise daily activities of licensed practical nurses and nursing aides. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One or more years of experience working as an RN in a psychiatric or correctional setting.
• One or more years working as an RN in a traveling capacity.
• Active RN Licensure.
• Knowledge of professional nursing theories, concepts, and methods.
• Ability to develop patient care plan and participate in diagnosis and development of treatment goals.
• Ability to apply comprehensive nursing care to clients in all age groups.
• Ability to assign and coordinate work activities and monitor the performance of subordinates.
• Ability to assist physicians with routine and emergency care.

WiredPeople provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, WiredPeople complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.