Nursing Jobs in Decatur, IL

Pay Range: $30.00 - $46.00 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. HSHS Prairie Cardiovascular is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Prairie Cardiology Clinic. Ideal candidates are patient focused, mission driven caregivers looking for an opportunity to apply clinical knowledge to coordinate and perform hands on care to support expert, compassionate care to our cardiac patients. Position Specifics: o Department: Cardiology o Core Function: Nursing o Schedule: Full time, 40 hrs/wk o Facility: Decatur - Prairie Cardiovascular o Location: Decatur, IL Compensation that aligns with your experience Education Qualifications Graduate from an accredited and approved school of nursing accepted for RN licensure in the state of practice is required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred, but not required. Experience Qualifications 2 years of healthcare experience is preferred. Certifications, Licenses and Registrations Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. 
Overview ***$10,000 Sign on Bonus*** Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned group of patients and their families and incorporate preventative measures as directed by Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Collects patient data within the clinical standards; reports significant variances to registered nurse. Establishes workload priorities and offer input into plan of care; encourages patient participation in plan of care. Provides and documents care within standards of practice, policies and procedures and protocols consistent with the patient plan of care under supervisor of an RN. Identifies expected outcomes individualized to patient needs under RN guidance. Demonstrates competency in all required areas, including department-specific, age-specific, medication administration, and use of equipment. Assumes responsibility for professional development by: Maintaining ongoing continuing education, Contributing to professional development of peers, and Participating in CQI. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Current registration in Illinois for practice as a licensed practical nursing. Six months experience preferred. This position is performed within an environment of frequent exposure to blood and body fluids. 
Overview ***$10,000 Sign on Bonus*** Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned group of patients and their families and incorporate preventative measures as directed by Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Collects patient data within the clinical standards; reports significant variances to registered nurse. Establishes workload priorities and offer input into plan of care; encourages patient participation in plan of care. Provides and documents care within standards of practice, policies and procedures and protocols consistent with the patient plan of care under supervisor of an RN. Identifies expected outcomes individualized to patient needs under RN guidance. Demonstrates competency in all required areas, including department-specific, age-specific, medication administration, and use of equipment. Assumes responsibility for professional development by: Maintaining ongoing continuing education, Contributing to professional development of peers, and Participating in CQI. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Current registration in Illinois for practice as a licensed practical nursing. Six months experience preferred. This position is performed within an environment of frequent exposure to blood and body fluids. 
Overview ***$Up to 20,000 Sign on Bonus*** Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned group of patients and their families and incorporate preventative measures. NURSING GOAL: A goal of nursing is to educate and restore a patient to an optimal level of wellness as defines by the patient and their families and incorporate preventative measures . Responsibilities CLINICAL JUDGEMENT – Clinical reasoning, which includes decision-making, critical thinking, and a global grasp of the situation, coupled with nursing skills acquired through a process of integrating formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence-based guidelines. Demonstrates the ability to assess the full scope of patient needs, using the nursing process on a continuous basis. Utilizes past nursing experience to anticipate problems while seeking out multi-disciplinary collaboration with comfort, when necessary. Recognizes patterns and trends that may predict the direction of illness. CARING PRACTICES: Nursing activity that create a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients/families and staff. Working on another’s behalf and representing the concerns of the patient/family and nursing staff; serving as a moral agent in identifying and helping to resolve ethical and clinical concerns within and outside the clinical setting. Promotes safety throughout patient’s and family’s transitions along the healthcare continuum. Actively anticipates and monitors patient and family changes, responds appropriately. Effectively resolves patient complaints. Engages all patients in a personalized, compassionate manner. COLLABORATION/SYSTEMS THINKING – Working with others (e.g., patients, families, healthcare providers) in a way that promotes/encourages each person’s contribution toward achieving optimal/realistic patient/family goals. Involves intra-and inter- disciplinary work with colleagues and community. Body of knowledge and tools that allow the nurse to manage whatever Environmental and system resources exist for the patient/family and staff, within or across healthcare and non-healthcare systems. Consults and coordinates with team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. Actively utilizes evidence-based practice and customer service data to improve caring practices. Effectively plans and communicates patient care plans. Facilitates active involvement of others in team meetings regarding patient care and/or practice issues. Seeks out opportunities to be taught, coached, and mentored. Recruits diverse resources when appropriate to optimize patient outcomes. Serves as a resource to department and patient/family. RESPONSE TO DIVERSITY – The sensitivity to recognize, appreciate and incorporate differences into the provision of care. Differences may include, but are not limited to, cultural differences, personalities, spiritual beliefs, gender, race, ethnicity, lifestyle, socioeconomic status, age, and values. Integrates cultural differences into patient/family care; incorporates appropriate alternative therapies. Tailors healthcare culture to meet the diverse needs and strengths of each patient/family. FACILITATION OF LEARNING – The ability to facilitate learning for patients/families, nursing staff, other members of the healthcare team, and community. Include both formal and informal facilitation of learning. Develops and modifies patient/family education programs throughout delivery of care, collaborating and incorporating all healthcare providers’ and educational plans. Provides individualized care. Evaluates patient’s understanding by observing behavior changes throughout plan of care. Sets patient-driven goals for education. Work toward achieving Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. CLINICAL INQUIRY (INNOVATOR/EVALUATOR) – The ongoing process of questioning and evaluating practice and providing informed practice. Creating practice changes through research utilization and experimental learning. Adapts standards of care to serve particular patient populations. Seeks out advice to improve patient care. Evaluates current practices based on patient responses, analysis of literature, research, and education. Incorporates evidence based practice into care delivery. Actively pursues continuing educational opportunities. Performs other duties as assigned. Recruiter: Jessica Brown, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner brown.jessica@mhsil.com Qualifications Education and/or Other Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Current registration or eligibility for licensure with the State of Illinois for practice as a professional nurse. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Current Hepatitis b vaccination Will complete additional training or demonstrate competency in skills identified in the unit-specific competency plan and skills list. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions. Gives full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Ability to see details at close range. Actively looks for ways to help people. Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Awareness of other’s reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Environmental Factors This position is performed within an environment of frequent exposure to blood and body fluids. Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required walk, stand, stoop to floor level, kneel and assist in lifting patient; to assist patients and/or adjust equipment at floor level; to reach, change and read IV’s 5 feet from the floor unaided; to support weight of persons 200 pounds or more in emergency situations. Ability to attend to visual details. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to receive and comprehend written and oral communications. Ability to read 5 feet from the floor unaided. Ability to utilize fine motor control in hands, the ability to hear, and the ability to meet visual demands. The employee will frequently be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least 5 to 50 pounds. Mental Demands Ability to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions. Analyze information or data. Plan sequence of operations or actions. Make decisions of moderate to substantial effects, with a variety of alternatives and moderate to substantial consequences. Use logic to define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret information, deal with abstract variables. Comprehend written basic instructions, safety rules, office memoranda at a high school graduate level. Ability to compose written communication using standard business English at a high school graduate level. Ability to comprehend verbal sentences and instructions at a high school graduate level. Ability to converse in Standard English at a high school graduate level. Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job. In order to meet the needs of the Company employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above. 
Pay Range: $19.00 - $27.55 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Prairie Cardiology is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) to join our Cardiology Clinic. Ideal candidates are patient focused, mission driven caregivers looking for an opportunity to apply clinical knowledge to coordinate and perform hands on care to support expert, compassionate care to our cardiac patients. Position Specifics: o Department: Cardiology o Core Function: Medical Assistant o Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 Hours/Week o Facility: Decatur – St. Mary’s Hospital o Clinic Location: Decatur, IL o Sign On Bonus: $5,000 o Compensation that aligns with your experience Education Qualifications Completion from an accredited Medical Assistant program is required. 1 or more years of Medical Assistant experience may be considered in lieu of completion of program per department discretion. Experience Qualifications One year of clinical experience - Preferred Certifications, Licenses and Registrations Medical Assistant (MA) Certification/Registration required or must be obtained within 90 days of start date from one of the following credentialing organizations: 1. Certified MA from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) 2. Registered MA from American Medical Technologists (AMT) 3. National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) 4. Certified Clinical MA (CCMA) from National Healthcare Association (NHA) 5. Registered MA from American Allied Health (AAH) 6. Nationally Registered CMA (NRCMA) from National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) 7. Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) or Medical Assistant Certification (MAC) from American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) 8. Podiatric MA Certified (PMAC) from American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) 9. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from International Joint Commission on Allied Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) 10. Certified Clinical MA (CCMA) from National Performance Specialists (NPS) Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) is required within 60 days of hire. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. 
Overview $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned group of patients and their families and incorporate preventative measures as directed by Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Collects patient data within the clinical standards; reports significant variances to registered nurse. Establishes workload priorities and offer input into plan of care; encourages patient participation in plan of care. Provides and documents care within standards of practice, policies and procedures and protocols consistent with the patient plan of care under supervisor of an RN. Identifies expected outcomes individualized to patient needs under RN guidance. Demonstrates competency in all required areas, including department-specific, age-specific, medication administration, and use of equipment. Assumes responsibility for professional development by: Maintaining ongoing continuing education, Contributing to professional development of peers, and Participating in CQI. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Current registration in Illinois for practice as a licensed practical nursing. Six months experience preferred. 
Pay Range: $34.00 - $51.00 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Outpatient Infusion team! Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Promotes and restores patients' health by completing the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families, and supervising assigned team members. Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions. Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following nursing philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. Position Specifics: * Department: Outpatient Infusion. Staff of 2 take care of own scheduling, work with pre auth team, some clerical work involved. Must be flexible, laid back, willing to learn * Position is open because department realigning to 2 RNs instead of 1 with an MA. New grad OK but prefers previous experience * Core Function: Nursing * Schedule: FT Days 40 hours per week (flexible schedule) * Facility: St. Mary's Hospital * Clinic Location: Decatur, IL * Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 for Experienced RN * Compensation that aligns with experience. Shift differentials for night, weekend, and call on top of base rate! Education Qualifications Graduate from an accredited and approved school of nursing accepted for licensure in the state of practice is required. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred. Experience Qualifications Experience in healthcare is preferred. Certifications, Licenses and Registrations Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in state of practice is required. Wisconsin: RNs may practice with a valid multi-state RN license as outlined in the Nurse Licensure Compact rules. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. 
Posting Date 02/16/2026 1090 West McKinley, Decatur, Illinois, 62526, United States of America As a Registered Nurse (RN) Operations Manager (Facility Administrator) at DaVita, you’ll be a part of a Team that values work-life balance and where your personal and professional growth is a top priority. DaVita has an open position for a Registered Nurse (RN) Operations Manager (Facility Administrator) who must be an ambitious, operationally-focused and results-driven leader. You will directly impact patient care as the trusted front-line leader in an outpatient clinic setting. What you can expect as a Registered Nurse (RN) Operations Manager: Patients come first. You have an opportunity to build on your relationship with your patients, while also continuously improving their health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives. Meaningful Workday - EVERY Day. You'll go home every day knowing you are making a difference in patients' lives and that you are developing your team to reach their full potential. Available when the clinic is open. Lead a Team. Develop, mentor and inspire a cross-functional clinical team (census dependent on state laws) to deliver the best for our patients, teammates and community. Financial Management. Manage complete operation and performance of the clinic: adhere to budget, forecast expenses, manage vendor relationships, order supplies, and monitor compliance. Autonomy. It's your clinic to run. You aren't alone though. You will have the support and guidance of your director, regional peers and the greater company to help you manage your facility. We foster entrepreneurs and those who seek to continuously improve. Culture & Growth. Our values are not just written in a book somewhere, but are an intentional part of everything we do. As leaders, you are able to reward others for demonstrating those shared beliefs and behaviors, and in turn, we intend to do the same for you. Partner with Regional Operations Director to identify and address employee and patient concerns to drive towards Regional goals and standards Now is your time to explore your next journey—at DaVita. What you can expect: Lead a Team that appreciates, supports and relies on each other in a positive environment. Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions. What we'll provide: DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives. Comprehensive benefits: DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package to connect teammates to what matters most. We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training and more. DaVita provides the opportunities for support for you and your family with family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child, elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance and so much more! Requirements: Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree in related area strongly preferred Minimum of one year experience required in management (healthcare, business, or military) or equivalent renal experience (nurse, dietitian, social worker, LPN, etc.) at discretion of DVP and/or ROD Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse if required by state of employment Current CPR certification required (or certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire or change in position) Other qualifications and combinations of skills may be considered at discretion of ROD and/or Divisional Vice President Collaboration is a much to be successful in this role. You will be working with clinical and financial teams on a daily basis to produce results that align to business needs. Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required. Now is your time to join Team DaVita. Take the first step and apply now. #LI-CT2 At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This position will be open for a minimum of three days. The Salary Range for the role is $82,000 - $130,000 per year. For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. 
Overview Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned group of patients and their families and incorporate preventative measures. NURSING GOAL: A goal of nursing is to educate and restore a patient to an optimal level of wellness as defines by the patient and their families and incorporate preventative measures. Responsibilities CLINICAL JUDGEMENT – Clinical reasoning, which includes decision-making, critical thinking, and a global grasp of the situation, coupled with nursing skills acquired through a process of integrating formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence-based guidelines. Demonstrates the ability to assess the full scope of patient needs, using the nursing process on a continuous basis. Utilizes past nursing experience to anticipate problems while seeking out multi-disciplinary collaboration with comfort, when necessary. Recognizes patterns and trends that may predict the direction of illness. CARING PRACTICES: Nursing activity that create a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients/families and staff. Working on another’s behalf and representing the concerns of the patient/family and nursing staff; serving as a moral agent in identifying and helping to resolve ethical and clinical concerns within and outside the clinical setting. Promotes safety throughout patient’s and family’s transitions along the healthcare continuum. Actively anticipates and monitors patient and family changes, responds appropriately. Effectively resolves patient complaints. Engages all patients in a personalized, compassionate manner. COLLABORATION/SYSTEMS THINKING – Working with others (e.g., patients, families, healthcare providers) in a way that promotes/encourages each person’s contribution toward achieving optimal/realistic patient/family goals. Involves intra-and inter- disciplinary work with colleagues and community. Body of knowledge and tools that allow the nurse to manage whatever Environmental and system resources exist for the patient/family and staff, within or across healthcare and non-healthcare systems. Consults and coordinates with team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. Actively utilizes evidence-based practice and customer service data to improve caring practices. Effectively plans and communicates patient care plans. Facilitates active involvement of others in team meetings regarding patient care and/or practice issues. Seeks out opportunities to be taught, coached, and mentored. Recruits diverse resources when appropriate to optimize patient outcomes. Serves as a resource to department and patient/family. RESPONSE TO DIVERSITY – The sensitivity to recognize, appreciate and incorporate differences into the provision of care. Differences may include, but are not limited to, cultural differences, personalities, spiritual beliefs, gender, race, ethnicity, lifestyle, socioeconomic status, age, and values. Integrates cultural differences into patient/family care; incorporates appropriate alternative therapies. Tailors healthcare culture to meet the diverse needs and strengths of each patient/family. FACILITATION OF LEARNING – The ability to facilitate learning for patients/families, nursing staff, other members of the healthcare team, and community. Include both formal and informal facilitation of learning. Develops and modifies patient/family education programs throughout delivery of care, collaborating and incorporating all healthcare providers’ and educational plans. Provides individualized care. Evaluates patient’s understanding by observing behavior changes throughout plan of care. Sets patient-driven goals for education. Work toward achieving Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. CLINICAL INQUIRY (INNOVATOR/EVALUATOR) – The ongoing process of questioning and evaluating practice and providing informed practice. Creating practice changes through research utilization and experimental learning. Adapts standards of care to serve particular patient populations. Seeks out advice to improve patient care. Evaluates current practices based on patient responses, analysis of literature, research, and education. Incorporates evidence based practice into care delivery. Actively pursues continuing educational opportunities. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and/or Other Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Current registration or eligibility for licensure with the State of Illinois for practice as a professional nurse. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Current Hepatitis b vaccination Will complete additional training or demonstrate competency in skills identified in the unit-specific competency plan and skills list. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions. Gives full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Ability to see details at close range. Actively looks for ways to help people. Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Awareness of other’s reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems 
Overview ***Sign-On Bonus Offered*** Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and preliminary testing to meet patient needs; assists Physician with the care of patient. Responsibilities Essential Functions and Job Duties Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages. Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Provider. Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care. Offers input to plan of care. Educates patient in plan of care; coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or patient’s family. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up. Arranges outside laboratory tests. Assists physicians by preparing patients and setting up equipment. Shares with nursing staff daily scheduling of patients with acute and/or urgent problems. Performs as a team nurse with Providers. Reports ideas, concerns, and problems to Manager/Coordinator. Scans and accurately indexes patient records from outside sources in the electronic health record for Provider signature. Reviews patient medical records from previous physician to incorporate pertinent information into patient’s completed chart. Under the supervision of a Physician, provides and documents care according to established standards of practice, policies, and procedures, and follows Physician orders. Prepares equipment for diagnosis and treatment; prepares patients. Performs blood draws test (where applicable), treatments, and screenings, and assists with examinations and minor surgery; sets up and assists with procedures; cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment as needed. Administers medications and immunizations according to established guidelines. Runs laboratory controls, keeps lab logs and maintains OSHA log book. Assists in inventory of clinical supplies; checks expiration dates; maintains clean, well-equipped exam rooms, laboratory and procedure room. Assumes personal responsibility for quality patient care, environment of care, and professional development. Assists in coordinating and implementing policies in compliance with all regulatory standards. Reports ideas and concerns to supervisor concerning improved patient care, customer service, and efficient clinical operations. Maintains clean, well-equipped exam room and assists in inventory control. Attends meetings, in-services, and continuing education classes; suggests topics and/or conducts nursing in-services. Assists with maintenance of patient medical records. Demonstrates department specific competencies, including age specific competencies for all ages. Arranges for medication refills. Shares knowledge, nursing skills, experience, and patient education advice with physicians. Supports and maintains joint commission standard. Attends nursing in-service and continuing education programs. Documents vitals, history, meds, procedures and instructions according to DMH policies and unit standards. Demonstrates care and knowledge in medication administration. Arranges for medication and medication refills. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Current CPR card. Strong computer skills for documentation purposes in the electronic medical record. Must possess good nursing assessment and judgment skills. Must have good communication skills and documentation skills. Must have the ability and desire to function well with providers, nursing staff, and outside health care agencies and providers. Must readily understand verbal and written instructions; must be able to explain them clearly to patients. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others' actions. Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. General Skill Requirements In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements. Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled overtime, unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions. Attendance and Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts. Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively. Judgment – displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Problem solving – Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations. Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals. Concentration – Maintains attention to detail over extended period of time; continually aware of variations in changing situations. Supervision – ability to perform work independently or with minimal supervision; ability to assign and/or review work; train and/or evaluate other employees. Education and/or Other Requirements Must possess a current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse certification. Must be a graduate of an approved school of practical nursing. Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting is preferred. Environmental Factors This position is performed within an environment of potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to stand, bend and reach. The employee will occasionally be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least one to 5 pounds. While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to perform repetitive hand motion and good body posture due to extended use of computer systems for patient documentation and other purposes. Mental Demands Ability to work under stress and adapt to variable and unpredictable conditions. Note Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job. In order to meet the needs of the Company employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above. 
Pay Range: $34.00 - $51.00 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking a Med Surg/Cardiac Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Intermediate Care unit. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Promotes and restores patients' health by completing the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families, and supervising assigned team members. Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions. Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following nursing philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. Position Specifics: * Department: Med Surg/Cardiac * Core Function: Nursing * Schedule: PRN Nights (3x12 6:45pm-7:15am) * Facility: St. Mary's Hospital * Clinic Location: Decatur, IL * Compensation that aligns with experience. Shift differentials on top of base rate! Education Qualifications Graduate from an accredited and approved school of nursing accepted for licensure in the state of practice is required. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred. Experience Qualifications Experience in healthcare is preferred. Certifications, Licenses and Registrations Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in state of practice is required. Wisconsin: RNs may practice with a valid multi-state RN license as outlined in the Nurse Licensure Compact rules. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. 
Overview Performs direct patient care requiring specialized nursing skills; oversees the performance of other patient care activities. Responsibilities Essential Functions and Job Duties Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages. Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients. Evaluates patient telephone calls; follows up with instructions and documentation. Seeks supervisor and physician advice as needed. Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care. Delegates care to other members of the healthcare team. Offers input the plan of care; educates patient in plan of care. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or the family. Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests and completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up. Arranges outside laboratory tests. Assists physicians by preparing patients and setting up equipment. Shares with nursing staff daily scheduling of patients with acute and/or urgent problems. Performs as a team nurse with providers and other staff. Reports ideas, concerns, and problems to Manager/Coordinator. Scanning and accurate indexing of records from outside sources in the patient electronic health record for provider signature. Reviews patient’s medical records from previous physician to incorporate pertinent information into patients completed chart. Provides and documents care within the standards of practice, policies and procedures. Administers and records immunizations, allergy shots and other parental injections; performs related duties. Performs or assists in specimen collection of waived lab tests; performs related follow up. Performs various screening tests; sets up equipment and assists with various procedures; assists in emergency situations with appropriate emergency supplies and procedures. Manages acute and/or episodic minor illnesses of patients by following doctor’s orders and documents treatment. Inserts and maintains continuous IV infusions; monitors progress (if applicable). Monitors the patient’s response to care; documents variances and revises plan of care to achieve desired outcomes. Involves patient’s family and multidisciplinary team; utilizes teaching skills. Makes phone calls to patient’s family to follow up and to communicate test results. Sets up referrals based on outcomes and doctor’s orders. Administers documents and evaluates medications. Explains procedures and answers questions from patients and their families; provides verbal, written and audiovisual materials; diet consultation; advice on wellness, exercise, preventative care and safety. Assesses patient’s ability to accept and understand instructions; maintains and orders educational materials. Demonstrates department specific competencies, including age specific competencies for all ages. Arranges for medication refills. Shares knowledge, nursing skills, experience, and patient education advice with physicians. Supports and maintains joint commission standard. Attends nursing in-service and continuing education programs. Assumes personal responsibility for quality patient care, environment of care, and professional development. Assists in coordinating and implementing policies in compliance with all regulatory standards. Reports ideas and concerns to supervisor concerning improved patient care, customer service and efficient clinical operations. Maintains clean, well-equipped exam room, and assists in inventory control. Attends meetings, in-services and continuing education classes; suggests topics and/or conducts nursing in-services. Assists with maintenance of patient medical records. Documents vitals, history, meds, procedures and instructions according to DMH policies and unit standards. Demonstrates care and knowledge in medication administration. Arranges for medication and medication refills. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Current CPR card. Must have knowledge of physician’s office practices and policies. Strong computer skills for documentation purposes in the electronic medical record. Must exhibit good communication skills; ability to provide leadership to the nursing staff. Must possess medical knowledge and the ability to perform effectively and efficiently. Must be flexible and demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Ability to control operations of equipment or systems. Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. General Skill Requirements In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements. Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled overtime, unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions. Attendance and Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts. Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively. Judgment – displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Problem solving – Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations. Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals. Concentration – Maintains attention to detail over extended period of time; continually aware of variations in changing situations. Supervision – ability to perform work independently or with minimal supervision; ability to assign and/or review work; train and/or evaluate other employees. Education and/or Other Requirements Must be a graduate from an approved program in professional nursing with current licensure in the State of Illinois. Previous office experience is desired. Environmental Factors This position is performed within an environment of potential exposure to blood and body fluids. Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to stand, bend and reach. While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to perform repetitive hand motion and good body posture due to extended use of computer systems for patient documentation and other purposes. The employee will occasionally be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least one to five pounds. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to work under pressure and adapt to changing conditions. 
Pay Range: $34.00 - $51.00 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Med Surg/Cardiac, ICU, ER, Cath Lab, PACU, OR, etc. units. Ideal candidates are patient focused, mission driven caregivers looking for an opportunity to apply clinical knowledge in a fast-paced environment. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Promotes and restores patients' health by completing the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families, and supervising assigned team members. Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions. Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following nursing philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. Position Specifics: Department: Med Surg/Cardiac, ICU, ER, Cath Lab, PACU, OR, etc. Core Function: Nursing Schedule: Day and Night Shift with weekend rotation Facility: St. Mary's Hospital Clinic Location: Decatur, IL Sign On Bonus: $20,000 for Full-Time Compensation that aligns with experience. Shift differentials for night, weekend, and call on top of base rate. Part-Time is benefit eligible! Education Qualifications Graduate from an accredited and approved school of nursing accepted for licensure in the state of practice is required. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred. Experience Qualifications Experience in healthcare is preferred. Certifications, Licenses and Registrations Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in state of practice is required. Wisconsin: RNs may practice with a valid multi-state RN license as outlined in the Nurse Licensure Compact rules. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. 
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Position Summary: The primary purpose of the Assistant Director of Nursing is to assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is always maintained. Essential Duties: · Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing department, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility. · Assist in coordinating nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents’ total regimen of care. · Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc. · Assist the Director of Nursing in ensuring enough licensed practical and/or registered nurses; Certified Nursing Assistants; medications; and safety equipment are available and utilized in the proper manner for each shift to ensure that quality care is maintained. Benefits Offered : Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance – at no cost to you Leadership Training to enhance your management skills Daily Pay - get your money when you want Paid Vacations - rolls over each year Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Daily, Weekly, Monthly Employee Appreciation Events Birthday, Anniversary Celebrations Free Employee Assistance Programs - professional support & guidance on family, money, health, legal services and more Huge Discounts at all major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you Virtual Visits with Doctors 24/7, without setting up additional accounts or appointments Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers Time Off to Vote Qualifications : Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university or be a graduate of an approved LPN program with a pharmacology course. Must possess a current Illinois unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN. 2 years of experience in a supervisor healthcare role preferred . 
Overview Performs nursing procedures under supervision of doctor or nurse. Performs other duties as assigned by Manager/Physician. Responsibilities Essential Functions and Job Duties Collects and documents patient data (weight, vital signs, allergies, meds, chief complaint, pain) within the clinical standards. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Physician. Answers phones and assists patients with appropriate advice regarding symptoms, medications, device concerns and appointment. Schedules appointments for devices checks within the appropriate amount of time for payment. Establishes priorities in clinic setting. Offers input into the plan of care; educates patient in plan of care. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Arranges outside laboratory tests. Manages time wisely. Performs as a team nurse. Works with physicians and nurses as clinic schedule dictates. Medication reconciliation Reports ideas, concerns, and problems to Manager/Physician. Works with patient call backs, refills, results, referring doctor letters, pulling charts and filing charts, etc. Under the supervision of a Physician, provides and documents care according to established standards and follows Physician orders. Communicate test results and recommendations Prepares equipment for diagnosis and treatment; prepares patients. Performs tests, treatments, and screenings, and assists with examinations and minor surgery; sets up and assists with procedures; cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment as needed. Performs waived category lab test. Administers medications and immunizations according to established guidelines. Runs laboratory controls and keeps lab logs. Assists inventory of clinical supplies; checks expiration dates; maintains clean, well-equipped exam rooms, laboratory and procedure room. Supports and maintains joint commission standard. Demonstrates hospital and department specific competencies, including age specific competencies for all ages. Provides patient with education. Performs equipment checks and logs. Attends nursing in-service and continuing education programs. Documents treatments, results, meds, procedures and instructions according to hospital policies and unit standards. Demonstrates care and knowledge in medication administration. Arranges for medication and medication refills. Performs business office duties, charge entry, scheduling. Collects history data; documents and reports abnormal physical findings to appropriate person. Performs cardiology procedures according to established technique within the office, hospital and surgery setting. Maintains strict confidentiality regarding patient information and reports. Runs EKG’s, Teletrace, and Device Clinic Demonstrates specific device competencies including but not limited to education of reprogramming pacemakers and defibrillators for Boston Scientific, Medtronic and St. Jude. Supports increased customer service score. Establishes a Device clinic with the Electrophysiologist for all patients within DMH that need device interrogations and reprogramming. Prioritizes work; schedules procedures; maintains equipment and supplies; maintains Teletrace and Device Schedules. Completes continuing education hours for Device Interrogations. Prepares for and explains procedures to patients. Instructs patients and families in the use of equipment. Offers reassurance to patients and family members. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must possess good nursing assessment and judgment skills. Must have good communication and documentation skills. Must have the ability and desire to function well with faculty, resident physicians, nursing staff, other staff and outside health care agencies and providers. Must readily understand verbal and written instructions; must be able to explain them clearly to patients. General Skill Requirements In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements. Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled overtime, unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions. Attendance and Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts. Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively. Judgment – displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Problem solving – Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations. Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals. Concentration – Maintains attention to detail over extended period of time; continually aware of variations in changing situations. Supervision – ability to perform work independently or with minimal supervision; ability to assign and/or review work; train and/or evaluate other employees. Education and/or Other Requirements Registered Nurse or Licensed Practicing Nurse license required. Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting is preferred. Environmental Factors Job duties involve the potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Little or no physical effort or strenuous activity other than incidental walking, standing, bending and reaching, and carrying of light loads (1 to 5 pounds). Mental Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions. Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements. 
Registered Nurse (RN) Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing high-quality care in a collaborative, team-based environment. Salary ranges $40-$45/hour. We foster growth, training and development and a supportive leadership culture. Essential Duties: Residents assessments Care Plan development by collaborating with other healthcare professionals Coordination with IDT to optimize health outcomes Supervision of CNAs Compliance with IDPH/CMS Benefits Offered: Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance – at no cost to you Leadership Training to enhance your management skills Daily Pay - get your money when you want Paid Vacations - rolls over each year Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Daily, Weekly, Monthly Employee Appreciation Events Birthday, Anniversary Celebrations Full-time, Part-time, PRN available Free Employee Assistance Programs - professional support & guidance on family, money, health, legal services and more Huge Discounts at all major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you Virtual Visits with Doctors 24/7, without setting up additional accounts or appointments Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers Time Off to Vote Qualifications: Active Illinois Registered Nurse license Long Term Care (LTC) experience preferred Strong, effective communication Exemplary leadership skills #ARCHP NRS 
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing high-quality care under the direction of RNs and physicians. Competitive hourly wages. We foster a growth-oriented environment. Essential Duties: Deliver direct resident care Administer medications Assist with resident treatments Collaborate with Nursing team Documentation management Benefits Offered: Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance – at no cost to you Leadership Training to enhance your management skills Daily Pay - get your money when you want Paid Vacations - rolls over each year Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Daily, Weekly, Monthly Employee Appreciation Events Birthday, Anniversary Celebrations Full-time, Part-time, PRN available Free Employee Assistance Programs - professional support & guidance on family, money, health, legal services and more Huge Discounts at all major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you Virtual Visits with Doctors 24/7, without setting up additional accounts or appointments Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers Time Off to Vote Qualifications: Active Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse license Long Term Care (LTC) experience preferred Strong teamwork Effective communication skills 
Work today, get paid today! We've partnered with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their schedule. SHIFT AND WEEKEND DIFFERENTIALS LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - LPN The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Rock Springs is a skilled nursing facility in Decatur, Illinois. At The Loft of Rock Springs, our commitment is to quality resident experience and strong, evidence-based best practices. We know one of the best ways to achieve this is to have the same dedication to employee satisfaction. You will be a valued part of The Team at The Loft of Rock Springs! JOB SUMMARY FOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - LPN: We are currently seeking the professional skills of an LPN. This position will be responsible for assisting residents with activities for daily living. This position does require a Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Illinois. Experience in a senior setting is preferred with the demonstrated ability to work effectively with residents and personnel to provide outstanding resident care. REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - LPN : Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from the State of Illinois Previous experience in a Nursing or Long-Term Care facility is preferred Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented Exemplary critical thinking capability High level of professionalism and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards Must have compassion, tolerance, and understanding of older adults We offer competitive wages with shift differentials and holiday pay. We also provide medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for all full-time positions. If you want to make a difference in people's lives, apply today! 
Immediately Hiring Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) *New Grads Welcome* NEW STARTING WAGES BASED ON EXPERIENCE $32/HOUR - $34/HOUR Work today, get paid today! We’ve partnered with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on own schedule. Earn $32 - $34 per hour based upon experience + $2 shift differential! Medical / Dental / Vision insurance Generous paid time off (PTO) package – take off when YOU want Paid holidays Life Insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Safe and manageable Nurse to patient ratio Career advancement opportunities Weekly employee appreciation events; we love to celebrate our team! Clean environment with all of the supplies you need to do your job with excellence! FUN and friendly work atmosphere - GREAT leadership team! Job Summary for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): We are currently seeking the professional skills of LPN. This position will be responsible for assisting residents with activities for daily living. This position does require a Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Illinois. To provide outstanding resident care, experience in a geriatric setting is preferred with the demonstrated ability to work effectively with residents and personnel. Requirements for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN: Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from the State of Illinois Previous experience in a Skilled-Nursing or Long-Term Care facility preferred Strong organizational skills, detail oriented Exemplary critical thinking capability High level of professionalism and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards Must have compassion, tolerance and understanding of older adults The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Decatur is a skilled nursing facility located in Decatur, Illinois. At The Loft our commitment is to quality resident experience along with strong, evidence-based best practices. We know one of the best ways to achieve this is to have the same commitment to employee satisfaction. At The Loft of Decatur, you will be a valued part of The Team! Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) can start as early as NEXT WEEK! Join us as an LPN at The Loft Rehab and Nursing of Decatur today! Walk-ins Welcome! APPLY NOW! 
Overview Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned group of patients and their families and incorporate preventative measures as directed by Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Collects patient data within the clinical standards; reports significant variances to registered nurse. Establishes workload priorities and offer input into plan of care; encourages patient participation in plan of care. Provides and documents care within standards of practice, policies and procedures and protocols consistent with the patient plan of care under supervisor of an RN. Identifies expected outcomes individualized to patient needs under RN guidance. Demonstrates competency in all required areas, including department-specific, age-specific, medication administration, and use of equipment. Assumes responsibility for professional development by: Maintaining ongoing continuing education, Contributing to professional development of peers, and Participating in CQI. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Current registration in Illinois for practice as a licensed practical nursing. Six months experience preferred. One-on-one care training required. This position is performed within an environment of frequent exposure to blood and body fluids. 
Pay Range: $24.31 - $36.47 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking an LPN to join our Med Surg/Cardiac team! The Licensed Practical Nurse plays an important role in the clinic setting, performing various clinical and administrative tasks to assist patients through their healthcare journey. LPNs assist in planning and managing patient care according to each patient's needs and furthering the mission of the organization by providing high-quality, respectful care to all. Position Specifics: * Department: Brand new, state of the art Med Surg/Cardiac * Core Function: Nursing * Schedule: Full-Time Nights (3x12 5:45pm-6:15am) with every other weekend rotation and alternate holidays * Facility: St. Mary’s Hospital * Clinic Location: Decatur, IL * Compensation that aligns with experience. Shift differentials for night, weekend, call, etc. on top of base rate! Education Qualifications Completion of State Approved Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Training Program is required. Experience Qualifications 1 year of healthcare experience is preferred. Certifications, Licenses and Registrations Licensed as Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of practice is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. 
Pay Range: $34.00 - $51.00 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Endoscopy team! Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Promotes and restores patients' health by completing the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families, and supervising assigned team members. Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions. Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following nursing philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. Position Specifics: Brand new, state of the art unit and equipment! * Department: Endoscopy * Core Function: Nursing * Schedule: Full-Time Days. Shift is TBD based on department needs (either 5-8 hour shifts, 4-9 hour shifts, or 4-10 hour shifts). Call is every 5th day on rotation + a weekend and holiday rotation * Facility: St. Mary's Hospital * Clinic Location: Decatur, IL * Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 * Compensation that aligns with experience. Shift differentials for night, weekend, and call on top of base rate! Education Qualifications Graduate from an accredited and approved school of nursing accepted for licensure in the state of practice is required. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred. Experience Qualifications Experience in healthcare is preferred. Certifications, Licenses and Registrations Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in state of practice is required. Wisconsin: RNs may practice with a valid multi-state RN license as outlined in the Nurse Licensure Compact rules. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. 
The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Rock Springs CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - CNA The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Rock Springs is a skilled nursing facility situated in Decatur, Illinois. At The Loft our commitment is to quality resident experience along with strong, evidence-based best practices. We know one of the best ways to achieve this is to have the same commitment to employee satisfaction. At The Loft of Rock Springs, you will be a valued part of The Team! JOB SUMMARY FOR CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT – CNA: We are currently seeking the professional skills of a CNA. This position will be responsible for assisting residents with activities for daily living. This position does require IDPH CNA certification. To provide outstanding resident care, experience in a geriatric setting is preferred with the demonstrated ability to work effectively with residents and personnel. Major Duties and Responsibilities for Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA: Assist nurses by providing ADL services: Bathing, grooming, dressing, meals, etc. Document vital signs, weight, meal intake, bowel and bladder, etc. Assist with Restorative Nursing duties Answer call lights promptly Performs CNA skills Observes and adheres to all facility safety policies and procedures Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations and helps initiate corrective action Identifies special resident problems, reports them immediately to the nurse, and takes an active role to help problem solve to resolve the issues Assumes accountability of compliance with federal, state, and local regulations within the unit assigned and within his or her work span Reviews resident profiles and perform nursing cares as outlined Able to work independently and is flexible to work all areas when needed Correctly completes required ADL tracking Observe infection control procedures Always leave the resident in a safe environment Ambulates and transfers resident per their transfer policy Helps to mentor new CNAs Restock supplies for the next shift REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT – CNA: Current CNA certification in Illinois Active and eligible on the Healthcare Registry Must have reliable transportation to work Ability to work independently Ability to work as a team Maintain an empathetic attitude Possess effective communication skills Compassion for the elderly We offer competitive wages and holiday pay. We also offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for all full-time positions. If you have a desire to make a difference in people's lives, apply today! 
Immediately Hiring! Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) *New Grads Welcome* NEW STARTING WAGES BASED ON EXPERIENCE $18 - $24.50 per hour Work today, get paid today! We’ve partnered with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule. We participate in the CNA Pay-Scale Program. CNA Wages based upon years of CNA experience! Earn $18 - $24.50 per hour based upon experience Day, evening, night, and weekend, shifts available! Full-time & Part-time positions Medical / Dental / Vision insurance Generous paid time off (PTO) package – take off when YOU want Paid holidays Life Insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Safe and manageable nurse-to-patient ratio Career advancement opportunities Flexible scheduling for a work-life balance Weekly employee appreciation events; we love to celebrate our team! Clean environment with all of the supplies you need to do your job with excellence! FUN and friendly work atmosphere - GREAT leadership team! Job Summary for the Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA): We are currently seeking the professional skills of a CNA. This position will be responsible for assisting residents with activities for daily living. This position does require IDPH CNA certification. To provide outstanding resident care, experience in a geriatric setting is preferred with the demonstrated ability to work effectively with residents and personnel. Major Duties and Responsibilities for Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA: Assist nurses by providing ADL services: Bathing, grooming, dressing, meals, etc. Document vital signs, weight, meal intake, bowel and bladder, etc. Assist with Restorative Nursing duties Answer call lights promptly Performs CNA skills Observes and adheres to all facility safety policies and procedures Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations and helps initiate corrective action Identifies special resident problems, reports them immediately to the nurse, and takes an active role to help problem solve to resolve the issues Assumes accountability of compliance with federal, state, and local regulations within the unit assigned and within his or her work span Reviews resident profiles and perform nursing cares as outlined Able to work independently and is flexible to work all areas when needed Correctly completes required ADL tracking Observe infection control procedures Always leave the resident in a safe environment Ambulates and transfers resident per their transfer policy Helps to mentor new CNAs Restock supplies for the next shift The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Decatur is a skilled nursing facility located in Decatur, Illinois. At The Loft our commitment is to quality resident experience along with strong, evidence-based best practices. We know one of the best ways to achieve this is to have the same commitment to employee satisfaction. At The Loft of Decatur, you will be a valued part of The Team! Requirements for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): Current CNA certification in Illinois Active and eligible on the Healthcare Registry Must have reliable transportation to work Ability to work independently Ability to work as a team Maintain an empathetic attitude Possess effective communication skills Compassion for the elderly Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) can start as early as NEXT WEEK! Join us as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at The Loft Rehab and Nursing of Decatur today! Walk-ins Welcome! APPLY NOW! 
Overview ***Sign-On Bonus Offered*** Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and preliminary testing to meet patient needs; assists Physician with the care of patient. Responsibilities Essential Functions and Job Duties Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages. Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Provider. Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care. Offers input to plan of care. Educates patient in plan of care; coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or patient’s family. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up. Arranges outside laboratory tests. Assists physicians by preparing patients and setting up equipment. Shares with nursing staff daily scheduling of patients with acute and/or urgent problems. Performs as a team nurse with Providers. Reports ideas, concerns, and problems to Manager/Coordinator. Scans and accurately indexes patient records from outside sources in the electronic health record for Provider signature. Reviews patient medical records from previous physician to incorporate pertinent information into patient’s completed chart. Under the supervision of a Physician, provides and documents care according to established standards of practice, policies, and procedures, and follows Physician orders. Prepares equipment for diagnosis and treatment; prepares patients. Performs blood draws test (where applicable), treatments, and screenings, and assists with examinations and minor surgery; sets up and assists with procedures; cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment as needed. Administers medications and immunizations according to established guidelines. Runs laboratory controls, keeps lab logs and maintains OSHA log book. Assists in inventory of clinical supplies; checks expiration dates; maintains clean, well-equipped exam rooms, laboratory and procedure room. Assumes personal responsibility for quality patient care, environment of care, and professional development. Assists in coordinating and implementing policies in compliance with all regulatory standards. Reports ideas and concerns to supervisor concerning improved patient care, customer service, and efficient clinical operations. Maintains clean, well-equipped exam room and assists in inventory control. Attends meetings, in-services, and continuing education classes; suggests topics and/or conducts nursing in-services. Assists with maintenance of patient medical records. Demonstrates department specific competencies, including age specific competencies for all ages. Arranges for medication refills. Shares knowledge, nursing skills, experience, and patient education advice with physicians. Supports and maintains joint commission standard. Attends nursing in-service and continuing education programs. Documents vitals, history, meds, procedures and instructions according to DMH policies and unit standards. Demonstrates care and knowledge in medication administration. Arranges for medication and medication refills. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Current CPR card. Strong computer skills for documentation purposes in the electronic medical record. Must possess good nursing assessment and judgment skills. Must have good communication skills and documentation skills. Must have the ability and desire to function well with providers, nursing staff, and outside health care agencies and providers. Must readily understand verbal and written instructions; must be able to explain them clearly to patients. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others' actions. Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. General Skill Requirements In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements. Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled overtime, unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions. Attendance and Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts. Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively. Judgment – displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Problem solving – Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations. Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals. Concentration – Maintains attention to detail over extended period of time; continually aware of variations in changing situations. Supervision – ability to perform work independently or with minimal supervision; ability to assign and/or review work; train and/or evaluate other employees. Education and/or Other Requirements Must possess a current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse certification. Must be a graduate of an approved school of practical nursing. Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting is preferred. Environmental Factors This position is performed within an environment of potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to stand, bend and reach. The employee will occasionally be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least one to 5 pounds. While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to perform repetitive hand motion and good body posture due to extended use of computer systems for patient documentation and other purposes. Mental Demands Ability to work under stress and adapt to variable and unpredictable conditions. Note Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job. In order to meet the needs of the Company employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above.