Registered Nurse RN- Rapid Response Team
Overview
Department: Rapid Response Team. Hospital: Resurrection Medical Center. Location: Chicago, IL 60631. Employment Status: Full Time.
Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing care in Telemetry. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her patients in the Emergency Department. They communicate with the physician about the changes in the patient’s clinical condition including results of the diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is capable of responding quickly and accurately to changes in the condition and/or response to treatment. Is knowledgeable about EMTALA regulations and reporting of child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies and Hospital Social Worker. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
Qualifications
- Current and valid state RN License.
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- Current ALS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
- Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 60 days upon hire and maintain current.
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Facility‑Specific Requirements (may be required depending on the facility):
- ECRN or MICN certificate required within 12 months of hire and maintained current.
- EDAP certified facilities: Completion of required annual education.
- Non‑OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.
- Trauma designated facilities: Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) required within 12 months of hire and maintain current.
- Non‑trauma facilities: TNCC preferred.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement