Program Associate Jobs in Joplin, MO (NOW HIRING)

About Company:
Landmark Hospitals: Where Healing Happens - and Careers Grow
Landmark Hospitals is a privately held speciality hospital system specializing in long-term acute care (LTAC) for medically complex patients, offering a collaborative, critical care environment that supports both clinical excellence and professional growth.
The mission of Landmark Hospitals is to provide exceptional care for medically complex patients. If you enjoy working in a vibrant critical care environment with coworkers committed to providing compassionate patient care, come grow with us!
We are offering new competitive rates, a great team to work with and a sign-on bonus of up to $15K based on years of experience and skill to get you started quickly. Both night and day shifts available.
About the Role:
As a Registered Nurse (RN) working the night shift full-time, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care during overnight hours. Your primary focus will be monitoring patient health, administering medications, and providing necessary treatments while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans that address each patient's unique needs. This role demands vigilance, quick decision-making, and compassionate communication to effectively respond to emergencies and changing patient conditions. Ultimately, your contributions will support the continuous operation of healthcare services and promote positive patient outcomes throughout the night.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment within the United States.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program (Associate's Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Demonstrated ability to work night shifts and manage the physical demands of nursing care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
• Advanced certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Experience working night shifts in acute care, critical care, or emergency department settings.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation software.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and monitor vital signs regularly throughout the night shift.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments accurately and document all care activities in patient records.
• Respond promptly to patient emergencies and changes in condition, coordinating with physicians and other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families regarding health conditions and care plans.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies.

Skills:
The required skills enable the nurse to perform thorough patient assessments, administer treatments safely, and communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams during the night shift. Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills are essential for recognizing and responding to patient emergencies promptly. Proficiency in documentation ensures accurate and timely recording of patient information, which supports continuity of care. Preferred skills such as advanced certifications and experience with electronic health records enhance the nurse's ability to manage complex cases and utilize technology efficiently. Together, these skills contribute to delivering compassionate, high-quality care that meets the unique challenges of overnight healthcare delivery.
Benefits (Full-time Registered Nurses):

• Medical, Vision and Dental Health insurance (Aetna)
• Paid time off (4+ weeks a year!)
• Disability insurance - Company-paid short-term and Long-term policies, with buy-up options available
• Life insurance - Company-paid $25K and additional voluntary life available
• Flexible spending and Health Savings account
• Matching 401K
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15K (after 1st year of employment)
• CCRN Certification Support (and bonus upon certification)
• Flexible scheduling
• Free and convenient parking!

What it is like to work at Landmark Hospitals? Our employees enjoy a high level of engagement and work with an experienced, understanding administration that listens to and values clinician input. The Landmark culture provides connectivity across the organization through:

1. Focus: Our facilities have an average of 30-35 beds, allowing our healthcare teams to focus intensely on our patients and their families.
2. Multi-Disciplinary Interaction: We take pride in our collaborative, multi-disciplinary team approach to care, which helps us deliver exceptional healthcare outcomes for our patients in a positive and supportive work environment. Our clinical staff plays an important and respected role with the medical staff and administration.
3. Growth and Skills Leverage: Use and grow your skills - our units are entirely focused on critical care to meet the needs of our medically complex patients. We have an in-depth training system (HealthStream) with content to support your training goals and offer tuition reimbursement for full-time employees after the first year.
4. Patient-Centered: Our Long-Term Acute Care patients stay with us for an average of 25 - 30 days, which allows the clinical team to get to know the patient as a person
5. Multi-Facility System Support: As part of a multi-hospital system, our team benefits from sharing best practices and standards to drive better patient outcomes. We actively seek clinician input, and act on recommendations.

https://www.landmarkhospitals.com
About us: Landmark Hospitals is a privately owned specialty hospital system with locations serving Georgia & Missouri. Landmark Hospitals are licensed as acute care hospitals and certified as long-term acute care hospitals, specializing in transitional care for medically complex patients. What makes Landmark Hospitals unique is that our patients stay an average of 25-30 days with us, so we really get to know our patients and their families.
Our critical care Registered Nurses excel in their field and enjoy flexible schedules. Our nurses are well-respected members of our multi-disciplinary team. Our leadership team is positively impacting the work environment and making the hospital a great place to work. We recently implemented the DAISY award to recognize our stellar nursing staff, and you could be our next DAISY award winner!
We look forward to speaking with you about the opportunities available at Landmark Hospitals.
We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background verification checks.
Night Shift for RN shifts: 6:30 pm to 7 am ($4/hr shift differential for night shift)
Full-time is 3 shifts a week (12 hours each)
PRN status is a minimum of 1 shift every two weeks