Internal Registry - Registered Nurse

Prime Healthcare; Kankakee, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Hospital – Kankakee is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Telemetry unit on the night shift. This Temporary Internal Registry assignment is full-time (.9) and runs for about 12 weeks, with compensation of $60.00 per hour.

The RN will perform the nursing process, deliver direct patient care in Telemetry and ED, educate patients and families, and ensure patient privacy and EMTALA compliance while maintaining professional standards.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ALS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 60 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• ECRN or MICN certificate required within 12 months of hire and maintained current
• EDAP certified facilities: Completion of required annual education
• NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.
• TNCC within 12 months of hire and maintain. Non-trauma facilities, TNCC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe patient care using the nursing process in Telemetry and ED.
• Direct and guide patient/family teaching and activities of other staff.
• Communicate changes in patient condition with physicians and document findings.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality and adhere to EMTALA regulations.

Skills

RN License

BLS

ALS

PALS/ENPC

CEN

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Temporary Internal Registry Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift

Location: KankakeeDepartment: TelemetryStatus: Temporary Internal Registry (Full-Time .9)Shift: Night ShiftCompensation: $60.00 per hour (Flat Rate)

Assignment Details:

The assignment is expected to last 12 weeks; however, staffing needs will be evaluated on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted based on operational requirements.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing care in Telemetry. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her patients in the Emergency Department. They communicate with the physician about the changes in the patient’s clinical condition including results of the diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is capable of responding quickly and accurately to changes in the condition and/or response to treatment. Is knowledgeable about EMTALA regulations and reporting of child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies and Hospital Social Worker. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current and valid state RN License.

2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.

3. Current ALS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

4. Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 60 days upon hire and maintain current.

5. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.

6. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):

1. ECRN or MICN certificate required within 12 months of hire and maintained current

2. EDAP certified facilities: Completion of required annual education

3. Non-OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.

4. Trauma designated facilities: Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) required within 12 months of hire and maintain. Non-trauma facilities, TNCC preferred.

Pay Transparency

St. Mary's Hospital – Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $60. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Temporary

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf