Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Mercy Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on a full-time night shift (7:00pm–7:30am, 3-12 hour shifts). You will deliver safe patient care using the nursing process within Telemetry, collaborating with physicians and staff to monitor and respond to changes in patient conditions.

Qualified applicants must hold an active RN license, BLS/ALS/PALS/ENPC certifications (or equivalents), and a BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• BLS certificate upon hire and maintained.
• ALS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintained.
• PALS certificate and/or ENPC within 60 days of hire and maintained.
• CEN certification preferred.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Provide direct patient care within the ED/Telemetry scope.
• Direct and guide patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality; adhere to EMTALA requirements.

Skills

RN License

BLS

ALS

PALS/ENPC

CEN preferred

BSN preferred

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Bonus Amount

10,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

• Department: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Full Time Nights, 7:00pm - 7:30am, 3-12-hour shifts
• Facility: Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center
• Location: Aurora, IL, 60506
• Sign on bonus: Up to $10,000.00

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

• 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.

Facility Specific Requirements (facility May Require Items Listed Below)

• ECRN or MICN certificate required within 12 months of hire and maintained current
• EDAP certified facilities: Completion of required annual education
• Non-OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Trauma designated facilities: Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) required within 12 months of hire and maintain. Non-trauma facilities, TNCC preferred.

Pay Transparency

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $53.58. 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.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

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