Overview ****Sign-on Bonuses up to $10,000.00**** Under supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs a variety of patient care activities. Provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Assists the registered nurse in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating outcomes of care. Is accountable for own nursing actions and competencies. Communicates effectively with others. Performs all duties in accordance with the State of Illinois Nurse Practice Act and established standards, policies, procedures and guidelines. Adheres to MH Mission and Vision and the ANA Code of Ethics. Responsibilities Nursing Care Data Collection: Observes, records and reports objective and subjective patient data. Demonstrates ability to detect signs and symptoms of deviation from normal health status. Informs RN of abnormal or changing data and of patient/family responses to interventions. Planning: Provides information to assist the RN in developing the nursing plan of care. Intervention: Completely performs tasks/procedures as appropriately delegated (see Table 1). Uses equipment safely. Takes appropriate action in life-threatening situations/emergencies. Accurately administers medications by appropriately delegated routes. Utilizes appropriate infection control safety measures. Acts to prevent harm or injury to patient, self and others. Documents and communicates to RN nursing interventions and patient responses. Seeks supervision prior to initiating new or unfamiliar nursing activities and/or with a change in patient condition. Table 1 Per the Illinois Nurse Practice Act, LPNs (and LPNLPs) are restricted from: · Administering medications via central lines · Administering medication via intravenous (IV) push · Administering chemotherapy via IV routes · Starting or adding blood or blood components · Completing and documenting admission comprehensive head-to-toe assessment and initial plan of care · Obtaining verbal or telephone orders from a provider Evaluation: Observes, records and reports patient responses to nursing interventions and other relevant data to the RN. Assists the RN to evaluate and modify the plan of care. Patient/Family Education: Assists the RN to identify, implement and evaluate age appropriate teaching interventions. Reinforces teaching initiated by other members of the healthcare team. Communication: Informs RN of abnormal and/or changing data and patient/family response to interventions. Develops and maintains interviewing skills required for data collection. Quality and Safety Communicates and documents potential risk issues to appropriate personnel. Participates in continuous quality improvement. Participates in review and revision of policies, procedures, and standards of care. Complies with all safety policies. Accountability Advocates for patients and families. Appropriately follows the chain of command. . Participates in community organizations Identifies annual goals for own professional development. Provides constructive feedback to strengthen the Division of Nursing and the colleague’s department/unit. Performs other related work as required or requested. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Qualifications Education: Successful graduation from an accredited practical nursing program Licensure/Certification/Registry: Illinois Nurse Practice Act. 225 ILCS 65/55-1 Article 55-10.7.d requirements: Official written notification indicating successful passage of the practical nurse licensure examination Proof of application for licensure and required licensure fee as a practical nurse Proof of submission to a criminal history records check Practice as a LPNLP will terminate: At three months from the official date of passing the licensure exam (unless official extension granted by IDFPR and documentation of this extension provided) Upon receipt of the LPN license from IDFPR Upon notification from IDFPR that the application for licensure has been refused Upon request by IDFPR that the individual terminate practicing as a LPNLP until an official decision is made by IDFPR to grant or deny a LPN license Current BLS/CPR certification Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to position and/or transfer an average adult patient and possess gross coordination sufficient to perform other patient care duties as required. Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing. Must be able to perform difficult manipulative skills such as IV insertion and IM injections. Environmental working conditions include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, contagious diseases and/or radioactive or other potentially hazardous materials. Annual Requirements: Attends all Joint Commission, OSHA, and hospital/nurse manager specified mandatory inservices. Validates competencies and obtains credentials as identified in unit specific requirements. Completion of annual self-evaluation and submission of peer feedback at time of performance appraisal.
Overview The Registered Nurse-Surgery will be responsible for delegation, supervision, and provision of evidence-based nursing care for a designated group of patients through utilization of the nursing process. Provides age appropriate patient care. Implements evidence-based findings into practice and participates in research as appropriate. Responsibilities Works within the context of the surgical team to provide care to individuals before, during and after a surgical procedure. Completes assessment of assigned patient’s condition, develops individual plan of care for patient. Provide direct patient care to individuals in the pre-surgical, operative and recovery periods. Evaluates outcomes, consults with others as required and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care. Teaches and supervises the proper performance of nursing acts that have been delegated to others and monitors nursing care of other health care team members. Promotes patient education and involves the patient and caregivers in the implementation of health goals. Participates in specific patient quality assessment activities, including chart review as required. Assures that department is survey-ready at all times. Performs other related work as required or requested. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Qualifications Licensure/Certification/Registry: Current RN license in the State of Illinois required. Maintain current Healthcare Provider certification. Maintain current Provider ACLS certification (required within 12 months of hire). Maintain Provider for PEARS certification (required within 12 months of hire). Experience: Meets credit range for Clinical Ladder levels as follows (12 months experience as a registered nurse is required in order to apply for promotion in the clinical ladder): Clinical Nurse I: Registered Nurse who achieves a range of 0-12 credits on the Clinical Ladder Behavior Grid. BSN preferred. Clinical Nurse II: Registered Nurse who achieves a range of 13-24 credits on the Clinical Ladder Behavior Grid with evidence of behaviors from at least two categories of the Grid. BSN preferred. Clinical Nurse III: Registered Nurse who achieves at least 25 credits on the Clinical Ladder Behavior Grid with evidence of behaviors from at least three categories on the Grid. BSN required. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Attends all hospital/nurse manager specified mandatory in-services. Maintains competencies as identified in unit specific requirements. Completion of self-evaluation. It is the incumbent's responsibility to submit to the nurse manager at annual evaluation time documentation to validate annual credentialing requirements.
Overview ** $20,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE ** This is a Full Time, Night Shift Position (6:45pm - 7:15am, Three 12-hour shifts per week) The Labor/Postpartum Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for delegation, supervision, and provision of nursing care for a designated group of patients through utilization of the nursing process. Provides age-appropriate care. Participates in research when appropriate and incorporates research findings into evidence-based clinical practice. Contributes to quality improvement processes. Adheres to MMC Mission, Vision, and Values, the Nursing Division Mission, Vision, and Philosophy, the ANA Code of Ethics and the Illinois Nursing Act. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values. A Registered Nurse at Springfield Memorial Hospital (SMH) means becoming a part of a Magnet hospital that raises the bar for excellence. The SMH environment expects high quality care for patients and RNs who want to advance learning to ensure they can be the best nurse possible. Quality nurses not only understand, but also exhibit, that “care starts with caring.” Nursing is about caring for people. Above all else, working at Memorial means we expect you to exceed customer expectations. You can do this by treating each patient as if they are the only one you are caring for that day, being the calm voice for the family, finding the answers when you don’t have one, and displaying compassion in all interactions. Responsibilities Professional Nursing Care Age appropriate assessment. Data analysis to identify nursing problems. Defines individualized patient outcomes. Develops an interdisciplinary, individualized plan of care in partnership with patients and families. Implements specified interventions to attain expected outcomes. Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attainment of outcomes, revising the plan when indicated. Supervision and Delegation Delegates patient care tasks to LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel based on job description, individual capability and patient needs. Communicates patient status and caregiver performance expectations. Appropriately supervises performance of LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel. Directs performance improvement for LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel. Builds teamwork when supervising and delegating to others. Communication and Collaboration Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills. Uses therapeutic communication techniques. Demonstrates assertiveness. Communicates relevant patient information to other members of the health team. Documents patient care according to Memorial policies and procedures. . Ensures appropriate implementation of physician’s orders. Accesses electronic data to facilitate patient care. Creates and maintains a collaborative work environment. Participates in interdisciplinary planning and decision making. Precepts new nursing employees and/or nursing students. Quality and Safety Identifies and resolves safety risks. Participates in continuous quality improvement. Participates in the periodic review and revision of policies, procedures, and standards of care. Complies with all safety policies. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values: SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others. COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude. QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results. EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays. Professional Accountability Demonstrates ethical decision making. Advocates for patients and families. Appropriately follows the chain of command. Adheres to the Memorial Health System Behavioral Standards. Develops annual plan for own professional development. Participates in community health initiatives. Participates in community organizations. Contributes to nursing research activities and applies findings in clinical practice. Participates in nurse peer review process. Performs other related work as required or requested. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Qualifications Education: Diploma of Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred. (426 & 433, H426, H433) One of the following three is required to meet Education requirements: 1) BSN 2) Diploma of Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing with enrollment in BSN or MSN program. 3) Diploma of Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing with a national certification. (434) BSN required. (474 only) Licensure/Certification/Registry: RN license in the State of Illinois required. (426, 433, 434, 474, H426, H433) Current BLS/CPR certification per policy required. (426, 433, 434, 474, H426, H433) National certification required (474 only) Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to position and/or transfer an average adult patient and possess gross coordination sufficient to perform other patient care duties as required. Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing. Must be able to perform difficult manipulative skills such as IV insertion and IM injections. Environmental working conditions include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, contagious diseases and/or radioactive or other potentially hazardous materials.
Overview The Registered Nurse-Surgery will be responsible for delegation, supervision, and provision of evidence-based nursing care for a designated group of patients through utilization of the nursing process. Provides age appropriate patient care. Implements evidence-based findings into practice and participates in research as appropriate. Responsibilities Works within the context of the surgical team to provide care to individuals before, during and after a surgical procedure. Completes assessment of assigned patient’s condition, develops individual plan of care for patient. Provide direct patient care to individuals in the pre-surgical, operative and recovery periods. Evaluates outcomes, consults with others as required and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care. Teaches and supervises the proper performance of nursing acts that have been delegated to others and monitors nursing care of other health care team members. Promotes patient education and involves the patient and caregivers in the implementation of health goals. Participates in specific patient quality assessment activities, including chart review as required. Assures that department is survey-ready at all times. Performs other related work as required or requested. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Qualifications Licensure/Certification/Registry: Current RN license in the State of Illinois required. Maintain current Healthcare Provider certification. Maintain current Provider ACLS certification (required within 12 months of hire). Maintain Provider for PEARS certification (required within 12 months of hire). Experience: Meets credit range for Clinical Ladder levels as follows (12 months experience as a registered nurse is required in order to apply for promotion in the clinical ladder): Clinical Nurse I: Registered Nurse who achieves a range of 0-12 credits on the Clinical Ladder Behavior Grid. BSN preferred. Clinical Nurse II: Registered Nurse who achieves a range of 13-24 credits on the Clinical Ladder Behavior Grid with evidence of behaviors from at least two categories of the Grid. BSN preferred. Clinical Nurse III: Registered Nurse who achieves at least 25 credits on the Clinical Ladder Behavior Grid with evidence of behaviors from at least three categories on the Grid. BSN required. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Attends all hospital/nurse manager specified mandatory in-services. Maintains competencies as identified in unit specific requirements. Completion of self-evaluation. It is the incumbent's responsibility to submit to the nurse manager at annual evaluation time documentation to validate annual credentialing requirements.
Overview Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN) - Special Procedures Area Fulltime M-F, Day Shift, 7:30am - 4:00pm (Five 8's and Four 8's Weekly Rotation) M inimal On-Call Requirements: 1 weeknight call shift every 2-3 weeks; 1 weekend call shift every 12-14 weekends Special Procedures RN uses five procedural suites and provides diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to both inpatient and outpatients, including bronchoscopy, gastrointestinal endoscopy, motility and ph studies, breath hydrogen testing, and pill cam studies. A Registered Nurse at Springfield Memorial Hospital means becoming a part of a Magnet hospital that raises the bar for excellence. The SMH environment expects high quality care for patients and RNs who want to advance learning to ensure they can be the best nurse possible. Quality nurses not only understand, but also exhibit, that “care starts with caring.” Nursing is about caring for people. Above all else, working at Memorial means we expect you to exceed customer expectations. You can do this by treating each patient as if they are the only one you are caring for that day, being the calm voice for the family, finding the answers when you don’t have one, and displaying compassion in all interactions. Recruiter: Sandy Dunn Dunn.Sandy@mhsil.com Responsibilities Qualifications Education: ADN or BSN Licensure/Certification/Registry: Licensed as RN in State of Illinois Current BLS/CPR certification per policy Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to position and/or transfer an average adult patient and possess gross coordination sufficient to perform other patient care duties as required. Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing. Must be able to perform difficult manipulative skills such as IV insertion and IM injections. Environmental working conditions include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, contagious diseases and/or radioactive or other potentially hazardous materials.
