Description $20,000 Sign-on Bonus! Kindred Hospital St. Louis South is a 38-bed long-term acute care hospital, offering the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period; which includes a four-bed high observation unit for patients who need extra attention.
We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care 7 days a week so you can start your journey to wellness anytime. Located near I-270/Tesson Ferry Rd, we are a short drive from nearby shops and restaurants. Job Summary Supervises nursing staff, assesses patients needs and provides nursing care for patients.
Plans and organizes training for unit staff members and participates in guidance and educational programs.
Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates designated nursing staff; assigns duties and coordinates nursing services. Participates in developing nursing protocol and procedures. Provides continuing education and staff development opportunities for nursing staff.
Assesses patient needs; participates in providing nursing care; ensures services are carried out and documented appropriately Maintains patient health care records. Maintains supply inventory records; orders supplies and equipment, as necessary. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Supervisory skills and ability to evaluate job performance.
Ability to make decisions and accept responsibility for work unit. Time management skills and ability to organize priorities. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
Must have good and regular attendance. Must read, write and speak fluent English. Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0% Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education Degree from an accredited school of nursing. Licenses/Certifications Valid state Registered Nurse license. Valid BLS certification Experience Two years of nursing experience in a hospital. 1 to 2 years supervisory/leadership experience