Registered Nurse ED

Pana Community Hospital; Illinois; On-site; USD 46,700 - 62,680; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Illinois is seeking an Emergency Department nurse to join their team. The role involves triaging patients, documenting medical histories, and ensuring quality patient care through education and coordination with multiple departments. Candidates should possess a current Illinois RN license, BLS and ACLS certification, and ideally have 1-2 years of experience. This position offers competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Illinois Registered Nurse license.
• Hold valid BLS and ACLS certifications and obtain PALS and NRP within 6 months.
• 1-2 years of prior ER nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the examination, assessment, and treatment of patients.
• Accurately document medical history and vital signs in EHR.
• Measure vital signs and administer medications as ordered.
• Coordinate patient care with various departments.
• Provide education on chronic disease management and treatments.
• Triage patient calls and address clinical inquiries.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain clinical cleanliness.
• Schedule patient appointments and manage follow-up care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medical documentation

Medication administration

Patient education

Triage skills

Electronic health records (EHR)

Education

Current Illinois license as a Registered Nurse

BLS and ACLS certification

Job description

Salary Range:$33.90-$45.50 (Based on Experience)

Description: Pana Community Hospital is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Emergency Department Team. As an Emergency Department nurse, you will be responsible for triaging, planning, and implementing care of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the examination, assessment, and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician or advanced nurse practitioner.
• Room patients and accurately document medical history, chief complaints, medications, and other relevant information in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Measure and record vital signs, perform point-of-care testing, administer medications and immunizations as ordered, and perform basic procedures within scope of practice.
• Coordinate patient care plans with multiple departments, including laboratory, diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, and home health services.
• Provide patient education on chronic disease management, preventive care, and prescribed treatment plans.
• Triage patient phone calls, address clinical inquiries, and relay provider instructions as appropriate.
• Prepare and stock exam rooms and maintain cleanliness and readiness of clinical areas.
• Schedule patient appointments, manage follow-up care, and ensure continuity of care through proactive outreach and communication.

Requirements

• Current Illinois license as a Registered Nurse
• Valid certification – current BLS, ACLS (and obtain PALS and NRP within 6 months of hire)
• 1-2 years prior experience preferred

Please submit online application below and include resume

Come join our team at Pana Community Hospital!