Clinical Registered Nurse

Bethesda Health Group; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b plan

Daily pay

Bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

Bethesda Health Group is seeking a registered nurse to assess residents on admission and through ongoing care, and to develop dynamic, interdisciplinary care plans. You will document nursing plans, coordinate with physicians, families, and the care team, and perform nursing interventions with a focus on safety and quality.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, communication, and proactive patient advocacy in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• RN program completed at an accredited school
• Current RN license in Illinois
• CPR/AED certification or willingness to obtain within six months
• Long-term care experience preferred
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift as part of patient care

Responsibilities

• Accurately assesses residents' health status on admission and ongoing.
• Develops dynamic care plans with residents, families, and IDT.
• Communicates plans to IDT and families; documents care plans.
• Performs nursing interventions, including medications, treatments, and IVs, safely and timely.
• Notifies physicians using SBARR for significant changes in condition.
• Assists with ADLs and call-light response; participates in ongoing education.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Time management

Physical stamina

Documentation

Education

RN license (Illinois)

Accredited nursing program

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People! At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others. As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy great benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, and holiday pay. Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees. Summary
Accurately assesses residents' health status as well as their educational and environmental needs on admission and on an ongoing basis. Remains aware about and communicates to the appropriate interdisciplinary team (IDT) member any significant change in condition. Accurately documents all assessments. Develops dynamic care plans based upon the identified needs of the residents through an interdisciplinary approach that includes physicians, residents, families, and other IDT members. Reviews and revises the care plan as the resident's needs, problems, and goals change. Communicates the plan to the appropriate IDT members along with the residents and families. Accurately documents the care plan on admission, cognition change, or regulatory requirements for care planning. Identifies necessary nursing interventions relevant to the plan of care which includes nursing orders, physician orders, residents/families educational and environmental needs. Interventions such as medication administration, treatments, and IV fluid administrations are accomplished in a safe and timely manner. Documents all interventions accurately and timely. Uses critical thinking skills when dealing with residents' change in condition. Notifies the physician timely using the SBARR as the communication tool. Maintains composure during and handles any crisis situation such as family dissatisfaction, staff disputes, or inclement weather in a calm and professional manner. Monitors the care of the residents closely to see that the care plan is being delivered effectively. Identifies problem areas and uses the QAPI process to actively address the situation for immediate problem resolution. Remains knowledgeable about the status of the resident to quickly identify behavioral changes or other untoward signs or symptoms. Assists in answering call lights and assists with resident care such as ADLs. Completes twelve hours, at a minimum, of offerings related to nursing. Upholds commitment to remaining current in best nursing practices through knowledge of Bethesda's policies and self-study. May be assigned other duties as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Education from an accredited school of nursing that results in becoming a registered nurse
• Current RN license in the state you will be working
• CPR/AED certification required, or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Long-term care experience preferred
• Must possess critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills to interact verbally with patients, visitors, and staff
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary
• Ability to transfer and move patients who vary with ability to assist weighing 200+lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary
• Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques and with assistance when necessary
• Manual dexterity, coordination and skillful use of hands when working with patients and equipment
• Visual acuity with the ability to distinguish color
• Ability to physically perform necessary documentation electronically and in writing
  

Pay range: $29.39 - $48.20 per hour Category: RN