Registered Nurse - Pulmonary Medicine Unit - Days

Role: Registered Nurse in Pulmonary Medicine Unit, focusing on higher acuity patients. Responsibilities Include Developing and evaluating individualized care plans, revising interventions as needed.Assessing patients, collecting health data, and communicating with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.Providing patient and family education tailored to cultural background and learning needs, including disease management and emergency care.Collaborating with healthcare professionals, sharing knowledge, and supporting clinical education.Offering psychological support and assisting with technical procedures such as injections, venipuncture, drug administration, oxygen therapy, and IV management.Participating in performance improvement activities, nursing research, and staying updated on practice trends.Conducting wound/ostomy/skin care rounds (if skilled), monitoring treatment effectiveness, and ensuring HIPAA compliance.Transporting acutely ill patients as needed. Qualifications And Skills Associate Degree or higher in Nursing; Baccalaureate preferred. If Associate Degree, must obtain a Bachelor's within five years.Active Illinois RN license.ACLS and BLS certifications, with ACLS required within six months of hire.Preferred: Bachelor's in Nursing and at least one year of inpatient nursing experience. Key Attributes: Compassionate, collaborative, capable of individualized patient education, and committed to ongoing professional development.