Registered Nurse

We're actively hiring for Registered Nurses (RN) position in Columbia, Missouri and Joplin, Missouri . Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute Care Hospital Locations: Columbia, MO and Joplin, MO Compensation: Let us know your expected hourly rate. Schedule: 36 hours a week Working days/hours: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour shifts Shifts: Days and Nights available Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Note: Exact day/night shift availability, scheduling pattern, weekend rotation, and holiday requirements will be confirmed during the hiring process as per RN availability. Job Summary A Registered Nurse (RN) in an acute care hospital provides comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute and complex medical or surgical conditions. The RN is responsible for assessing patients, developing and implementing individualized care plans, administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized nursing care plans. Monitor patients' physical and emotional conditions, recognizing and responding promptly to changes in clinical status. Administer medications, intravenous therapies, blood products, and other prescribed treatments safely and accurately. Coordinate and deliver nursing care in accordance with physician orders, hospital policies, and evidence-based practice. Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, discharge instructions, and health promotion. Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR). Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care. Operate and monitor medical equipment such as cardiac monitors, infusion pumps, and oxygen delivery systems. Implement infection prevention and patient safety protocols to reduce healthcare-associated risks. Respond effectively to medical emergencies, including rapid response and code situations. Advocate for patients' rights, privacy, dignity, and informed decision-making. Supervise and delegate appropriate tasks to licensed practical nurses (LPNs), nursing assistants, and support staff. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and professional development activities. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and nursing practice guidelines. Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state. Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in electronic health record documentation. Ability to prioritize multiple patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Knowledge of infection control, medication safety, and patient-centered care Ability to remain calm and make sound clinical decisions during emergencies. Requires standing, walking, lifting, and assisting with patient mobility throughout the shift. May involve rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, night shifts, and on-call responsibilities. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages. 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay. A tight-knit, professional clinical environment focused on long-term patient #J-18808-Ljbffr QX Global Group