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Nursing Home · Independence, Missouri 64057
On the floor
Benefits mentioned in job postings include a $1,500 sign-on bonus for NOC shift nurses and night shift differential pay (weeknights $5, weekends $0.50 additional).
The city
Independence sits just east of Kansas City, offering small-town comfort with quick access to metro amenities. History buffs know it as Harry Truman's hometown, with a tidy downtown square and trailheads along the Little Blue River. It's a practical landing spot for nurses who want affordability and a quieter pace without leaving the Kansas City orbit.
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Who they are
Sunterra Independence OC LLC, operating as Sunterra Springs Independence, is a 38-bed skilled nursing facility located at 19200 E 37th Terrace S in Independence, Missouri, situated across the street from Centerpoint Medical Center.
The facility is part of the Tutera Senior Living & Health Care organization, which manages senior living and healthcare facilities. Sunterra Springs Independence specializes in skilled nursing care, physical and occupational therapy, and rehabilitation services, providing care for complex health conditions on an inpatient basis. The facility offers 24-hour skilled nursing care under the supervision of licensed registered nurses and has received multiple 2019 Customer Experience Awards for Cleanliness, Dining Service, Quality of Food, and Professional Therapy Services. The work environment is described as fast-paced, with nurses handling IVs, wounds, assessments, discharges, admissions, and medication management. The facility is small at 38 beds, which may offer a more intimate care setting but also demands versatility from nursing staff. Nursing positions available include floor nurses for night shifts (6PM-6AM) and a Director of Nursing (DON) role. The DON position encompasses regulatory compliance, staff management, and overall clinical operations. The parent organization, Tutera, emphasizes being 'inspired by you' as a core theme, suggesting a resident-centered care philosophy.
Tutera Senior Living & Health Care, the parent organization, operates under the theme 'Inspired by You,' suggesting a resident- and employee-centered care philosophy. The organization provides management services across senior living and healthcare facilities.
Why nurses stay
Indeed reviews for Nursing Assistants in Independence, MO show an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews. Detailed sub-ratings: Work-life balance 3.2/5, Pay and benefits 3.3/5, Job security and advancement 3.1/5, Management 2.8/5 (lowest category), and Culture 3.3/5. Reviewers noted positives including the ability to learn new things, ability to meet personal goals, and a clear sense of purpose. Areas for improvement identified include trust in colleagues and time and location flexibility. The Medicare Care Compare overall rating for the facility is listed as 'Not available.'
The reality check
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