RN jobs in Independence, MO

RN Jobs in Independence, MO

Residency Clinical Nurse RN - Truman and Lakewood Medical Center (Various Shifts)

University Health Kansas City Kansas City, MO

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for positions and apply. Residency Clinical Nurse RN - Truman and Lakewood Medical Center (Various Shifts)101 Truman Medical Center Job Location UH Lakewood Medical Center, University Health Truman Medical CenterKansas City, Missouri Department Position Type Full time Work Schedule varied Hours Per Week 36 Job Description Kickstart Your Nursing Career with Our Nurse Residency Program! Are you a newly graduated nurse ready to make an impact? Do you have less than one year of experience and no prior acute care experience since graduation? If so, our Nurse Residency Program (NRP) is the perfect place to launch your career! Why Choose Our Nurse Residency Program? ✔ Hands-On Learning : Work in diverse patient care settings— acute care, operating room, behavioral health, women’s services, critical care, emergency care, and ambulatory care . ✔ Expert Support : Transition from student to RN with a structured 1-year residency program designed for your success. ✔ Skill Development : Engage in evidence-based practice projects, program evaluations, and professional committees . ✔ Career Growth : Build confidence while providing care to patients with acute, chronic, and terminal illnesses . ✔ Team Collaboration : Work alongside an interdisciplinary team , contribute to patient-centered care, and even supervise nursing students . What You’ll Do ▶ Assess & Plan : Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments based on diagnosis and care needs. ▶ Deliver High-Quality Care : Utilize the nursing process to plan, perform, delegate, and evaluate care. ▶ Follow Best Practices : Provide care in alignment with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act, the Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses, and regulatory standards . ▶ Stay Engaged : Participate in professional development activities and unit-specific growth opportunities. Minimum Requirements – Do You Check These Boxes? ✅ ✔ Education : Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program . ✔ Licensure : A current Missouri RN license before starting the NRP. New graduates must pass the NCLEX-RN within 90 days of graduation . ✔ Experience : Graduate Nurse or Registered Nurse with less than 1 year of experience (from graduation to hire date) and no prior work in an acute care setting . ✔ Certifications : Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers upon hire. ✔ Residency Commitment : Agree to complete the full 1-year NRP and commit to 1 year of work upon successful completion. ✔ Professional Development : Fulfill all program and unit-specific development requirements during the residency year. Ready to Take the Leap? If you're passionate about learning, growing, and making a real difference , this is your time to shine ! Apply today and start your nursing career with the best team by your side.

Full-time

7 months ago

Registered Nurse RN Cardiac Care

HCA Healthcare Kansas City, MO

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Registered Nurse RN Cardiac Care you want in your current role? We invest in what matters most to nurses like you – at home, at work, and at every stage in your career. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Research Medical Center which is a part of the nation’s leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Do you want to work where you have a voice? Nurses are at the forefront of our commitment to the care and improvement of human life. At HCA Healthcare, there are many ways for nurses to have a voice through professional practice councils, advisory councils, vital voices surveys, and units of distinction. We learn from our multi-generational nursing family. We partner with our Nurses at Research Medical Center! Job Summary and Qualifications The Progressive Care Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care. In collaboration with medical providers, the RN provides pre-operative and post-operative nursing care. The RN serves as an advocate for patients to support an unparalleled patient experience. What you will do in this role: Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status. Perform procedures or other functions as ordered by the medical provider. Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner. Perform the administration of prescribed medications and monitors response. Maintain a knowledge of medications, procedures, and equipment used in the care of cardiac and medical-surgical patients. What qualifications you will need: Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date (RN) Registered Nurse Registered Nurse Diploma Benefits Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. "Nurses play a pivotal role and are the backbone of healthcare delivery. At HCA Healthcare, we are dedicated to ensuring nurses have necessary tools and resources to provide world-class patient care, advocating for the profession and helping to shape the future of nursing." Sammie Mosier, DHA, MA, BSN, NE-BC Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, HCA Healthcare Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes womens services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Nurse RN Cardiac Care opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Psych

Full-time

7 months ago

Clinical Nurse Coordinator Adult Psych

HCA Healthcare Kansas City, MO

Description We are currently offering a 20,000 sign on bonus for experienced RNs. This bonus is for eligible candidates and cannot be combined with other bonuses or HCA loans/scholarships Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Clinical Nurse Coordinator today with Research Medical Center. Benefits Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Come join our team as a(an) RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator Psych Adult. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated 13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today! Job Summary and Qualifications The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) ensures and delivers high quality, patient-centered care and coordination of all functions in the unit/department during the designated shift. In collaboration with other members of the management team, the CNC directs, monitors, and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures, serves as a resource person for staff, and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance. What you will do in this role: Assists with admission and discharge processes to ensure efficient throughput and high quality, patient-centered care. Participates in the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit, in collaboration with other members of the management team. Collaborates with subject matter experts and other managers to create an environment of teamwork that supports improved outcomes and service. Supports a patient-first philosophy and engages in service recovery when necessary. Supports the efforts of the facility to improve engagement by operationalizing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding, hourly rounds, and other initiatives. Provides recommendations related to interviewing, selecting, and training new staff. Recommends and implements courses of action, including training and development, conflict resolution, personnel policy compliance, completion of performance evaluations, and/or disciplinary actions to ensure a competitively better organization. Assists with staff scheduling. Manages all practical aspects of staff labor in accordance with patient care needs and established productivity guidelines. Supports proper inventory control and assists with managing supplies and equipment. What qualifications you will need: Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Registered Nurse Registered Nurse Diploma Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patients family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator Psych Adult opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Full-time

9 months ago

Registered Nurse (RN)- UH Lakewood Medical Center Float Pool (3 days/wk, 7a-7p)

University Health Kansas City Kansas City, MO

Registered Nurse Team Manager (RN)- UH Truman Medical Center Telemetry 4 Red (2 days/wk, 7p-7a)

University Health Kansas City Kansas City, MO

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for positions and apply. Registered Nurse Team Manager (RN)- UH Truman Medical Center Telemetry 4 Red (2 days/wk, 7p-7a)101 Truman Medical Center Job Location University Health Truman Medical CenterKansas City, Missouri Department 4 Red Telemetry UHTMC Position Type Part time Work Schedule 6:45PM - 7:15AM Hours Per Week 24 Job Description Ready to make an impact in a leadership role and provide top-tier care? We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Registered Nurse Team Manager RN to join our team! In this role, you’ll lead a dedicated group of professionals while ensuring excellent patient care and operational success. If you’re a nursing leader who loves mentoring, coaching, and improving patient outcomes, we want you on our team! What you’ll do: ✅ Lead and coordinate front-line operations for assigned inpatient unit(s) 24/7. ✅ Support the Director in maintaining nursing standards and promoting competent practice among your team. ✅ Champion quality, safe patient care and ensure smooth, efficient operations. ✅ Foster a culture of excellent customer service, evidence-based practice, and resource stewardship. ✅ Be the go-to person for supporting personnel needs, guiding your team with care and leadership. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ✔️ Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent (ADN + years of relevant experience). ✔️ At least two (2) years of nursing experience or demonstrated proficiency in clinical and leadership skills. ✔️ Missouri nursing license as a Registered Professional Nurse. ✔️ Current certifications per department requirements. ✔️ Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written). ✔️ Proven ability to lead and inspire teams. Preferred Qualifications: ✨ Specialty Certification (a plus but not required). What we're looking for: ✔️ A leader who excels in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. ✔️ A team player who thrives on collaboration and driving patient care excellence. ✔️ Someone with a passion for developing others and guiding teams to success. Are you ready to lead with us? Apply now and be part of a team that’s focused on quality, safety, and compassionate care! As a Registered Nurse Team Manager RN, you’ll help ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of care, while also leading a team that thrives on making a difference.

Full-time

2 years ago

Infection Control Nurse

Wellpath Kansas City, KS

How you make a difference The Infection Control Nurse evaluates, plans, and coordinates healthcare services for inmates with suspected or confirmed infectious diseases, taking a proactive approach to disease prevention and control. This role requires collaboration with medical and nursing staff, security personnel, administrative teams, and the QI committee to ensure effective infection control measures. By implementing preventive strategies and monitoring disease spread, the Infection Control Nurse plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Qualifications & Requirements Education Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Experience Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience is preferred. Must also have a working knowledge of epidemiology with surveillance and statistical reporting and experience with automated systems. Prior medical/surgical or emergency/trauma experience is preferred. Previous corrections experience preferred. Licenses/Certifications Currently licensed in the state within which services are provided. Possess and maintain current CPR certification. Key Responsibilities Employee Medical Records & Compliance: Develop, maintain, and secure employee medical files, including TB testing, injury documentation, immunization tracking, and fit testing; ensure OSHA compliance by maintaining the OSHA 300 log and coordinating routine inspections. Infection Disease Program Management: Conduct contact investigations, collaborate with public health officials, track infectious diseases (e.g., MRSA, Hepatitis), monitor medication compliance, and ensure adherence to all laws and contractual obligations. HIV & TB Program Oversight: Track HIV-infected inmates, provide disease education, ensure medication compliance, and report concerns; manage the TB program by ensuring proper testing, recording, follow-ups, and tracking treatment use. Training & Safety Collaboration: Provide infection control training for new and existing staff, security personnel, and in-service sessions; conduct facility safety and sanitation inspections with security teams and recommend corrective actions. Emergency Preparedness & Exposure Control: Serve as the facility expert on universal precautions, exposure control, and bloodborne pathogen protocols; actively participate in disaster/emergency planning and outbreak response efforts. You Matter • Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports: • Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans *Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Director of Nursing

Full-time

2 years ago

Director of Nursing

Wellpath Kansas City, KS

You Matter • Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports: • Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans *Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service. Why Us Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time. Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support. How you make a difference In their role, the Director of Nursing (DON) is accountable for developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures that align with best practices and meet regulatory requirements. They work closely with the Medical Director to promote high standards of care and support the professional development of nursing staff to provide quality care to patients. Key Responsibilities Oversees daily operations and manages budgets, policies, and procedures to align with facility goals and objectives. Organizes service delivery, manage resources, and collaborate with other departments, facilities, persons served, families, and visitors. Leads quality improvement activities, provides direct supervision, and serves as a resource and consultant to nursing staff. Monitors safety issues, evaluate service delivery and staff growth, and adhere to the organization's Code of Conduct. Demonstrates knowledge of risk management, clinical precautions, infection control, fall prevention, utilization of special procedures, environmental checks, fire disaster procedures, and alternatives to use with regards to seclusion/restraint methods. Qualifications & Requirements Education Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing Experience 2 years of supervisory experience in an acute setting recommended Emergency Room, Communicable Disease, with Medical and Surgical experience preferred Licenses/Certifications Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment. Obtain and maintain CPR certification We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Full-time

2 years ago

Registered Nurse (RN)

Wellpath Kansas City, KS

You Matter • Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports: • Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans *Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service. Why Us Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time. Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support. How you make a difference As a Registered Nurse (RN), your primary responsibility is to provide patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. You will work under the supervision of Charge Nurse(s) to provide patient education and activities in accordance with your competencies and education. This role requires excellent communication and critical thinking skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities Assist in assessing and planning individual treatment programs, consulting with Charge Nurse(s) and other staff as necessary. Implement medical plans by administering medications, obtaining diagnostic tests, and assisting with medical or minor surgical procedures as needed. Count controlled substances and implement clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols. Document nursing encounters using the SOAP form of charting as required by policy and attend mandatory staff meetings and training. Communicate information to nursing staff, physician, health care unit supervisory personnel or other staff as necessary. Qualifications & Requirements Education Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience Licenses/Certifications Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.