REGISTERED NURSE- RMC 2ND MEDICAL (FT Nights)

About the role

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our acute care team in Kankakee, Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients physical, emotional, and psychological needs. Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Treatment Administration: Administer medications, treatments, and procedures within scope as ordered by provider. Monitor patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Patient Monitoring: Continuously monitor patients' vital signs, physical condition, and response to interventions. Document all observations and changes in patient status accurately and promptly.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and manage treatment plans effectively. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to discharge planning.
• Patient Education: Takes into consideration culture and age when educating patients and their families about their medical conditions, treatments, medication options, and post-discharge care. Provide support and resources to help patients manage their health and recovery.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and hospital documentation standards.
• Patient Experience: Engage with patients and their families in a manner that promotes comfort, trust, and understanding. Address patient concerns with empathy and professionalism, striving to create a positive and supportive environment that fosters a sense of security and well-being.
• Employee Experience: Contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment. Offer constructive feedback and assistance to peers, and engage in open communication to promote a culture of mutual respect and teamwork.
• Emergency Response: Respond to medical emergencies with quick and effective intervention, including performing life-saving procedures and stabilizing patients as needed.
• Infection Control: Adhere to infection control protocols and ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. Implement standard precautions and safety measures to prevent the spread of infections.
• Teamwork: Satisfactorily complete all required continuing education hours regarding the care of acute stroke patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• For pediatric unit: PALS Certification required within 1 year of hire.
• For intensive care unit: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 1 year of hire.
• New Graduate RNs starting on or after 1/1/25 must earn Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) within 3 years of start date.

Skills

• Strong clinical and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• A commitment to excellence in delivering high quality, patient centered care.
• Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package includes: Compensation, Premium pay, Paid Time Off programs, Health and welfare benefits, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Defined contribution retirement plans, Educational Assistance Program, and more.

Pay

USD $34.18 - USD $44.45 /Hr

Schedule

Inside hours: 6-40 Outside hours: 0 Temperature: Normal Range Lighting: Average Noise levels: Average Humidity: Normal Range Atmosphere: Odors Special Hazards: Chemical - drugs/work with patients receiving chemotherapy - Explosive - oxygen; Radiation - cesium implants and radioactive iodine therapy direct radiation for radiology equipment; Mechanical - use of Hoover lift bed scales, motorized wheelchairs, bathtub lift chair. Protective Clothing Required: As required for chemotherapy or in cases of isolation, i.e. gloves, gowns, masks, goggles.