Lafayette Regional Health Center, part of HCA Midwest Health, seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in our community hospital in Lexington, MO. In this role, you'll assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for diverse inpatient and emergency populations, collaborating closely with physicians and multidisciplinary teams. You'll practice in a patient-first, safety-focused culture that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement. As part of HCA, you'll benefit from robust clinical resources, tuition assistance, and professional growth opportunities while making a direct impact on the health of Lafayette County residents. Responsibilities Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to medical-surgical and emergency patients Perform comprehensive patient assessments and implement individualized care plans Administer medications, treatments, and IV therapies per provider orders Monitor, document, and report changes in patient condition using EHR systems Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and ancillary staff to coordinate care Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and discharge instructions Uphold infection prevention, patient safety, and quality standards Support rapid response and emergency situations as needed Precept and support new staff to promote a collaborative culture Participate in quality improvement and professional development activities Required Skills Patient assessment Medication administration IV therapy and venipuncture Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation Care planning and coordination Wound care and dressing changes Telemetry and vital sign monitoring Infection control practices Patient and family education Emergency response and triage