Registered Nurse, ICU - Nights

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

Rockford (IL)

On-site

USD 47,458 - 83,854

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition and certification reimburse

Job summary

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois is seeking an RN to provide direct patient care during night shifts on a 36‑hour weekly schedule in Rockford, IL.

You will assess patients, administer medications and treatments, document care, and collaborate with the healthcare team to develop individualized plans that promote safety and high‑quality, patient‑centered care. ADN required; BSN preferred, with certification per unit guidelines.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.
May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines).

Responsibilities

Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws practice act.
Documents according to standards of care.
Performs assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care.
Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and or clinic policy including patient and family instruction.
Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.
Utilizes clinical expertise and guidance to other units’ departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.
Utilizes critical thinking regarding patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.
Participates in the professional nursing continuum process, unit practice activities and decisions and peer review process.

Education

ADN

BSN

Job description

OVERVIEW

This role provides direct patient care by assessing patient needs, administering medications and treatments, and creating individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team. The position also documents care, promotes patient safety, participates in quality improvement initiatives, and helps ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

SCHEDULE

36 hours per week

SHIFT

Nights

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws practice act.
Documents according to standards of care.
Performs assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care.
Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and or clinic policy including patient and family instruction.
Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.
Utilizes clinical expertise and guidance to other units’ departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.
Utilizes critical thinking regarding patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.
Participates in the professional nursing continuum process, unit practice activities and decisions and peer review process.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.
May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines)

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Licensed as an RN in state of practice
Approved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days
Other certification(s) per unit requirements. For example : ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRP

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

May include color blind test (per department guidelines)

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

N/A

PAY RANGE

$34.45 - $60.87

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.

COMPETITIVE PAY AND BENEFITS

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: