Registered Nurse- Excellent Pay! Urgently Hiring!

apartment Rock River Healthcare location_onMachesney Park, IL 61103, US

RESPONSIBILITY: Nursing care

JOB SUMMARY: Organize and assign all jobs to be done on his/her shift so that the work load is evenly divided among his/her employees on the basis of staff size and qualifications, pass medications at the appropriate times, and care for the clinical nursing needs of residents on his/her wing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current Registered Professional Nurse's license in the State of Illinois or a Licensed Practical Nurse license.
Must have working knowledge of general nursing.
* Must be qualified to assume the position by training and /or previous experience of a supervisory status, preferably in a health care facility.*
* Must possess the ability to make independent decisions and mature judgments.*
* Must have the ability and the willingness to supervise and work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.*
Must be able to read, write, and speak English in an understandable manner.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Must be physically and mentally capable of performing routine job duties.
Excellence in all aspects of quality nursing including exceptional care.
Good managerial, organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills.
Leadership qualities that motivate and direct the nursing staff.
Be personable with residents, families, and staff in a professional and cooperative manner.
Must have compassion, tolerance, and understanding for the elderly.
Knowledge of JCAHO, OBRA, IDPH, and HFS regulations related

duties and responsibilities.

MAIN DUTIES:

Support the facility's philosophy of care and strive to achieve its goals and objectives.
Be sensitive to residents' families and respond in an appropriate professional way as the situation requires.
Assign all aides to residents, spelling out break times and all special duties to be completed.
Supervise all aides in performing their duties by checking their work closely to ascertain that assignments have been completed.
Administer all parenteral, intramuscular, and sub-cutaneous injections.
Make daily rounds on the wing to ensure that individual Care Plans are being followed and assess each resident's status in accord with his/her Care Plan.
Assist in updating the Care Plan every 30-90 days depending on the resident's condition.
Recommend changes needed in staff as to number of aides and kind of work performed.
Participate in staff meetings in order to keep staff performance at optimum level.
Administer or supervise all treatments prescribed by physician such as:
a) decubitis care
b) foley catheter care
c) hot and cold compounds
d) intravenous care
e) etc.
Personally receive or place calls to physicians and transcribe all physician's orders.
Administer all medications. Maintain a current and annual report of narcotics received and used.
Daily review the documentation of dispensing controlled substances and narcotics. Reviews the records no less than weekly, or sooner if a discrepancy is noted, to ascertain that they are properly counted and documented from shift to shift utilizing EMR system.
Order and give all new medications and chart same when done using the EMR system.
Direct charting in his/her shift and make monthly detailed evaluation of all resident charting so that charts reflect progress and condition of residents in the EMR system.
Be responsible for well-being and nursing care of all residents assigned to his/her unit while on duty. Contact families regarding significant decline in resident's status or transfer to hospital documenting contact in the EMR.
Make rounds and observe individual residents who are experiencing episodes of acute illness, deterioration in health status, recent injury, recovering from surgery, etc., so as to be acquainted with the resident's status, both physically and emotionally and to ascertain that the staff is rendering proper care.
At all times abide by policies of the facility and ascertain that employees under his/her supervision do the same.
Supervise serving of prescribed diets and fluid intake (it is acceptable to document only deviations from normal) and report persistent unresolved problems to the DON.
Ensure that all medications and treatments are charted by the person administering the medication or completing the treatment on his/her assigned shift (EMR system).
Prepare incident/accident reports, events and observations using the EMR system.
Ensure that a copy of the medical records or an abstract of them are forwarded with the transfer of residents to a hospital or other health care facility.
Detect and correct situations that have a high probability of causing accidents or injuries to residents and/or staff.
Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and free of hazardous conditions, i.e. spills, excess carts, etc. and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored while working, as well as before leaving such areas for breaks, meal times, and end of the work day.
Assure that established infection control and universal precaution practices are maintained when performing nursing procedures.
Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.
Report all equipment malfunctions and breakdowns to the ADON as soon as possible and keep the ADON informed of supply needs and equipment needing replacement.
Maintain the confidentiality of resident information and honor his/her personal and property rights.
Attend nursing department, Care Plan, and other meetings as directed by the DON or ADON.
Turn in Days Off and payroll special request forms, supply sheets, in a timely fashion.
Follow established fire, disaster, safety, infection control and evacuation policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as directed by the DON, ADON, or the Administrator.

Job Type: Full-time

Share this job

Related Jobs

Full-time

Registered Nurse, Ortho Neuro Unit

apartment Mercyhealth location_onJanesville, WI

Overview Provides compassionate, culturally sensitive, holistic nursing care to patients in a clinical setting, supporting the Mercyhealth nursing mission, practice values and strategic plan. May include variable shifts, weekends, holiday and or on-call hours. Performs other duties as assigned including floating to various units based on identified needs and clinical competency. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws practice act. Documents according to standards of care. Performs assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care. Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and or clinic policy including patient and family instruction. Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance. Utilizes clinical expertise and guidance to other units’ departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care. Utilizes critical thinking regarding patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command. Participates in the professional nursing continuum process, unit practice activities and decisions and peer review process. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited nursing program. ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred. May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines) CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE Licensed as an RN in state of practice Approved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days Other certification(s) per unit requirements. For example : ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRP Benefits Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous PTO Parental & Caregiver Leave Career Advancement Educational Assistance Wellbeing Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education

Full-time

Registered Nurse, Medical Unit

apartment Mercyhealth location_onJanesville, WI

Full-time

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

apartment Mercyhealth location_onJanesville, WI

Overview Provides compassionate, culturally sensitive, holistic nursing care to patients in a clinical setting, supporting the Mercyhealth nursing mission, practice values and strategic plan. May include variable shifts, weekends, holiday and/or on-call hours. Performs other duties as assigned including floating to various units based on identified needs and clinical competency. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients. · Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws practice act. · Documents according to standards of care. · Performs assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care. · Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and or clinic policy including patient and family instruction. · Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance. · Utilizes clinical expertise and guidance to other units’ departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care. · Utilizes critical thinking regarding patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command. · Participates in the professional nursing continuum process, unit practice activities and decisions and peer review process. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited nursing program. ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred. May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines) CERTIFICATION or LICENSURE Licensed as an RN in state of practice Approved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days Other certification(s) per unit requirements. For example : ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRP Benefits Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous PTO Parental & Caregiver Leave Career Advancement Educational Assistance Wellbeing Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education

Full-time

Registered Nurse, Long-Term Care Unit / Skilled Nursing Facility

apartment Mercyhealth location_onJanesville, WI

Overview Registered Nurse, Long-Term Care / Sub-Acute Unit Location: Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center - Janesville, WI Shift: Evenings (2:30P - 11:00P) ; Weekend and Holiday Rotation Hours: 32 hours per week Join the exceptional team at Mercyhealth Transitional Care Center–Janesville! Our facility is connected to our Janesville hospital, offering a unique setting where nursing staff have access to valuable resources and collaborative support. Our culture is built on kindness, teamwork, and a shared commitment to helping patients heal and thrive in a compassionate environment. Requirements: Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred Current WI RN licensure by the WI DSPS Approved CPR/BLS certification within 90 days of hire Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision RN Student Loan Debt Repayment Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous PTO Parental & Caregiver Leave Career Advancement Tuition Reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Responsibilities: Applies the nursing process and critical thinking in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Performs patient assessments, plans and implements interventions, and evaluates outcomes. Administers medications and treatments per policies, standards of care, and state regulations. Maintains accurate and comprehensive documentation. Develops and executes individualized care plans. Provides patient and family education using available resources. Participates in performance improvement and shared governance initiatives. Offers clinical guidance, resolves system issues, and escalates concerns appropriately. Promotes patient safety, quality care, and positive patient experiences. Engages in ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice initiatives. Participates in peer review and feedback processes. Ensures timely patient flow, manages phone calls, and performs telephone triage (clinic/ambulatory settings). Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

Outpatient

Full-time

Registered Nurse, Outpatient Dialysis

apartment Mercyhealth location_onJanesville, WI

Overview Registered Nurse, Outpatient Dialysis Team 40 Hours/Week Full-Time Benefits Eligible We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan with a competitive matching contribution and paid time off. Mercyhealth offers several education assistance programs to support employees in their career advancement. Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning The Outpatient Dialysis RN provides compassionate, culturally sensitive, holistic nursing care to patients in a clinical setting, supporting the Mercyhealth nursing mission, practice values and strategic plan. May include variable shifts, weekends, holiday and or on-call hours. Performs other duties as assigned including floating to various units based on identified needs and clinical competency. Responsibilities Job Duties: · Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients. · Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws practice act. · Documents according to standards of care. · Performs assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care. · Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and or clinic policy including patient and family instruction. · Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance. · Utilizes clinical expertise and guidance to other units’ departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care. · Utilizes critical thinking regarding patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command. · Participates in the professional nursing continuum process, unit practice activities and decisions and peer review process. Requirements : Graduate of an accredited nursing program. ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred. Licensed as an RN in state of practice Approved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days Approved ACLS certification required within 6 months Special Physical Demands The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. RN Hospital, RN Home Health and Hospice, RN Oncology: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. RN Clinic and Ambulatory RN’s: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or smell. The employee must regularly lift and or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.