Registered Nurse, Intermediate Step-Down - Days

Javon-Bea-Hospital; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Generous Paid time off

Tuition and certification reimburse"

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Registered Nurse in Rockford, IL to provide comprehensive patient care using nursing processes, administer medications, and educate patients and families. The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans and promote safety and positive experiences.

The position supports performance improvement activities and requires an ADN with BSN preferred and an RN license in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and active RN license in state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days of hire; other unit-specific certifications as needed.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per policy and standards.
• Performs assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care.
• Develops patient care plans with physician guidance and family education.
• Participates in performance improvement and shared governance activities.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Critical thinking

Patient safety awareness

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred

Job description

OVERVIEWThe Registered Nurse provides comprehensive patient care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, medication administration, and patient and family education. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, promote patient safety and a positive patient experience, and support continuity of care. Participates in performance improvement, shared governance, and professional nursing activities to maintain high standards of care.SCHEDULE: 36-hours per weekSHIFT: DaysESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESUtilizes 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 EXPERIENCEGraduate of an accredited nursing program.ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines)CERTIFICATION/LICENSURELicensed as an RN in state of practiceApproved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 daysOther certification(s) per unit requirements. For example : ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRPOTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESMay include color blind test (per department guidelines)LEVEL OF SUPERVISIONN/APAY RANGE:$34.45 - $51.68Mercyhealth 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