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Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$72,002 / year median in Missouri
+10% projected growth
Job Description
- Why you'll love this position Our Veterans were asked to do a job
- to protect our country and safeguard our freedom.
LPN Hourly Pay:
Day shift: $29.30- $31.28/hour Evening and night shift: $31.30
- $33.
RN Hourly Pay:
Day shift: $38.92- $41.80/hour Evening and night shift: $42.42
- $45.56/hour Pay commensurate with experience Responsibilities
- What you'll do
EXAMPLES OF WORK
Assess, organize, and plan staff duties on assigned shift on assigned unit Assess needs of Veterans and ensures services are consistent with needs Implement Veteran MDS and care plan according to healthcare protocol Make rounds with the physician, inform of status of patients and receive instructions for care and treatment Transcribe and implement physician's orders accurately Document accurately all nursing assessments, interventions, and evaluations in electronic medical record (EMR) Give medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician accurately with follow-up observations Assist Veteran with various needs such as transferring, positioning, transporting, feeding, promoting elimination, toileting, bathing and showering, etc. Assist Veteran upon admission and/or discharge Participate in orientation of unit staff Qualifications- All you need for success
QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in Missouri, in good standing, or A recent graduate of an accredited nursing program may practice as a graduate nurse until results of first licensure examination are received or until 90 days after graduation, whichever occurs first, as allowed by the Missouri Board of Nursing Job Details- More reasons to love this position
BENEFITS
Enjoy a workplace where you can build lasting relationships with our Veterans and your co-workers Opportunities to learn and grow in your career with MO Veterans Commission 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance Retirement Up to $25/month match on savings plan 6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption Contact Details- If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
HOW TO REACH US
Each MO Veterans Home has a recruiter on staff. We are here to answer any questions you may have. Please follow the link to our Hiring Page to find your local recruiter's contact information.MVC Hiring Page:
https://mvc.dps.mo.gov/hiring/ At the Missouri Veterans Commission, we value diversity because we believe in the power of our differences. MVC strives for an inclusive work environment where equal and equitable opportunities exist for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, uniformed service member, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law . The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.Pay:
$31.30- $45.