Orthopedic Clinic RN — Patient Care & Education (Part-Time)

Mercy Health System; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking an RN for an Orthopedic Clinic, onsite at Mercyhealth Burchard Hills in Freeport, IL. This part-time position requires nursing responsibilities including medication administration, care planning, documentation, and patient education.

The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and adherence to state practice acts. The ideal candidate will have an accredited nursing degree, RN licensure in IL, and CPR/BLS within 90 days, with BSN preferred and additional

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Licensed RN in state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days; other dept certifications as needed.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments following approved nursing techniques and policies.
• Performs assessments, planning, intervention and evaluation of care.
• Documents care per standards and patient plan.
• Educates patients and families, promotes safety and quality care.

Skills

ADN background

BSN preferred

RN licensure

CPR/BLS

ACLS/PALS/NRP optional

Education

ADN required

BSN preferred

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking an RN for an Orthopedic Clinic, onsite at Mercyhealth Burchard Hills in Freeport, IL. This part-time position requires nursing responsibilities including medication administration, care planning, documentation, and patient education.

The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and adherence to state practice acts. The ideal candidate will have an accredited nursing degree, RN licensure in IL, and CPR/BLS within 90 days, with BSN preferred and additional