Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in St. Louis, MO

Overview

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) specializing in Cardiac Stepdown units! In this vital role, you will provide expert nursing care to patients recovering from cardiac procedures or experiencing cardiac-related health issues. Your energetic approach will ensure patients receive compassionate, high-quality care while supporting the seamless operation of our specialized stepdown unit. This position offers an exciting opportunity to travel across diverse healthcare settings, gaining invaluable experience in cardiac care and patient management. Your expertise will help improve patient outcomes and elevate the standard of care delivered in our facility.

Duties

• Deliver comprehensive nursing assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and patient history documentation using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner.
• Administer medications, including IV infusions and injections, following strict protocols and ensuring medication safety and accuracy.
• Monitor patients’ cardiac status using telemetry equipment, promptly identifying arrhythmias or other abnormalities for immediate intervention.
• Assist with invasive procedures such as cardiac catheterization preparation or catheter care, maintaining aseptic techniques throughout.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans aligned with long-term care regulations and best practices.
• Educate patients and their families on post-discharge care, including medication management, lifestyle modifications, and recognizing warning signs of deterioration.
• Maintain detailed medical documentation in compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies, ensuring accuracy for billing and legal purposes.

Requirements

• Valid LPN license with current state licensure and the ability to practice in various healthcare settings.
• Critical care experience preferred, especially within cardiac or ICU environments; hospital experience is highly valued.
• Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth; experience with medical documentation and ICD coding is a plus.
• Demonstrated skill in IV infusion, medication administration, venipuncture, catheterization, and sterile technique.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and diagnostic evaluation related to cardiac conditions; familiarity with telemetry monitoring is essential.
• Experience working with geriatric patients or individuals with chronic conditions like dementia or Alzheimer’s disease is advantageous.
• Ability to perform physical examinations, vital signs assessment, specimen collection/processing, and basic life support (BLS).
• Strong communication skills to effectively triage patient needs and collaborate within multidisciplinary teams across diverse healthcare environments.

Embark on a rewarding travel nursing journey where your expertise makes a real difference! We’re committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring you thrive both personally and professionally in this energetic role.

Pay: $2,100.00 - $2,200.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person