Graduate Nurse Tech, Intermediate Stepdown Unit - Days

Mercyhealth; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Graduate Nurse Tech for Javon Bea Hospital in Rockford, IL. The role supports the intermediate stepdown unit during day shifts, with a 36-hour work week and full-time status.

Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting care, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to develop patient plans and ensure safety, quality, and continuity of care. ADN is required; BSN preferred; RN licensure required in Illinois; CPR/BLS within 90 days; additional

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure in the state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days.
• Other certifications per unit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides individualized patient care through assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per policies and standards.
• Documents care according to standards of care.
• Develops and implements patient care plans with physician and family instruction.
• Participates in unit performance improvement activities and shared governance.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Patient education

Education

ADN required

BSN preferred

Job description

## Graduate Nurse Tech, Intermediate Stepdown Unit - DaysApply: Javon Bea Hospital - Rockford, IL: Full time: Posted Yesterday: 2026-00508**OVERVIEW**The Registered Nurse provides individualized patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation while administering medications and treatments according to established standards. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, educates patients and families, and uses clinical judgment to support patient safety, quality, and continuity of care. **SCHEDULE:** 36-hours per week **SHIFT:** Days **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.* Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws practice act.* Documents according to standards of care.* Performs assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care.* Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and or clinic policy including patient and family instruction.* Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.* Utilizes clinical expertise and guidance to other units’ departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.* Utilizes critical thinking regarding patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.* Participates in the professional nursing continuum process, unit practice activities and decisions and peer review process. **EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE*** Graduate of an accredited nursing program.* ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.* May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines) **CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE*** Licensed as an RN in state of practice* Approved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days* Other certification(s) per unit requirements. For example : ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRP **OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES**May include color blind test (per department guidelines) **LEVEL OF SUPERVISION****N/A****PAY RANGE:**$17.57 - $25.48Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.