Registered Nurse, Electrophysiology Clinic

Rockford Health Physicians; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 96,793,000 - 167,626,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life & Disability

FSA/HSA options

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Well-being programs

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Rockford, IL is seeking a dedicated RN to deliver safe, high-quality care in ambulatory clinic settings. You will assess patients, administer medications, educate families, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to maintain efficient patient flow.

The role emphasizes documentation accuracy, adherence to policies, and ongoing professional development. If you are licensed in Illinois with ADN (BSN preferred) and CPR/BLS, this full-time days position offers competitive pay

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Licensed RN in Illinois.
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Maintain accurate documentation per standards.
• Educate patients and families, support care plans.
• Participate in performance improvement and peer review.

Skills

Nursing

Assessment

Medication Admin

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Tools

CPR/BLS

Job description

OVERVIEWThis role provides safe, high-quality nursing care by assessing patients, giving medications and treatments, creating care plans, educating patients and families, and working with the healthcare team. It also involves accurate documentation, handling complex patient situations, improving care processes, mentoring and peer support, and continuing professional education while helping maintain efficient patient flow in clinic settings.SCHEDULE: 40-hours per weekSHIFT: DaysESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESUtilizes the nursing process and critical thinking in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.Performs assessments, planning, intervention and evaluation of careAdministers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and state laws and practice act as required by care setting.Ensures all documentation is accurate and comprehensive in accordance with the established standards of care for documentation at the system and entity levels.Develops initiates and executes a patient plan of care according to the patient individualized needs, as prescribed by the physician along with hospital policy. Utilizes resources available to teach and support patient and family education. Provides education to the appropriate level of understanding.Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, which may include shared governance.Utilizes clinical expertise and guidance to other units and departments in support of the patient longitudinal plan of care. Acts to resolve systems breakdowns and engages self and others in providing solutionsUtilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience, manages complex situations and delegates to other staff appropriately. Escalates to the appropriate chain of command as needed.Positively influences the professional and organizational environments and shared governance.Engages in personal development and supports system-entity opportunities for continuous learning and growth including developing or revising evidence-based practice guidelines.Supports and participates in peer review and peer feedback opportunities.Participates in the professional nursing continuumClinic and Ambulatory RNs will maintain timely flow of patients, in addition to responding to telephone calls and performs telephone triage of patients.Illinois: 10 hours of continued education as required for IL licensureEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEGraduate of an accredited nursing program.ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify per department guidelinesCERTIFICATION/LICENSURELicensed as an RN in state of practiceApproved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 daysOther certification or certifications per unit requirements. For example: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRPOTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESMay include color blind test per department guidelinesLEVEL OF SUPERVISIONCarries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.SUPERVISESSupervises nursing support staff as appropriatePAY RANGE:$33.78 - $58.50Mercyhealth 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, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women