Acute Care Registered Nurse - Compassionate, Fast-Paced Care

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 47,086 - 61,234; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health and welfare benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Riverside Healthcare is in search of a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) in Kankakee, Illinois. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient-centered care, performing assessments, treatments, and patient education within a fast-paced environment.

Offering a competitive pay range of $34.18 - $44.45 per hour based on qualifications and experience. The role includes essential duties in patient assessment, treatment administration, and emergency response, as well as ongoing education and collaboration with a healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Must possess BLS certification.
• PALS Certification required for pediatric unit within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' needs.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Continuously monitor patients' vital signs and conditions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals in care coordination.
• Educate patients and families about medical conditions and care.

Skills

Clinical skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Patient centered care

Education

Graduate of an approved school of nursing

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Riverside Healthcare is in search of a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) in Kankakee, Illinois. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient-centered care, performing assessments, treatments, and patient education within a fast-paced environment.

Offering a competitive pay range of $34.18 - $44.45 per hour based on qualifications and experience. The role includes essential duties in patient assessment, treatment administration, and emergency response, as well as ongoing education and collaboration with a healthcare team.