REGISTERED NURSE - IRU/Procedural Care (PART-TIME, 5PM-5:30AM)

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Healthcare in Illinois seeks a Registered Nurse to join the Pre/Post Procedural Unit. You will prep patients for procedures, monitor them during recovery, and ensure safe transitions to discharge or further care.

In collaboration with the care team, you will administer medications, manage pain, provide wound care, educate patients and families, and participate in transfer coordination to support timely, high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of patients post-procedure, monitoring vital signs, level of consciousness, pain levels, and recovery progress.
• Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and manage pain and sedation reversal as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to create and adjust individualized care plans and ensure timely interventions.
• Coordinate patient transfers and assist discharge planning to maintain continuity of care across units.
• Document assessments, interventions, and updates accurately in the medical record.

Job description

Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pre/Post Procedural Unit is responsible for prepping, recovering, and providing patient care in a multi-procedural setting. This role includes preparing patients for their procedures, monitoring them throughout their recovery, and ensuring a safe transition to discharge or further care. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care, utilizing clinical knowledge to support complex procedural patients in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties

Patient Assessment, Monitoring, and Care Planning:

• Perform comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of patients post-procedure, monitoring vital signs, level of consciousness, pain levels, and overall recovery progress.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, implementing interventions as needed, and elevate care to the appropriate medical providers when necessary.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of the patient in collaboration with the healthcare team.

Post-Procedural Care and Treatment Administration:

• Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and procedures, including IV medications, pain management, and sedation reversal as appropriate.
• Provide wound care and ensure all surgical sites are properly monitored for signs of infection or complications.
• Continuously monitor patients responses to treatments and adjust care plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.

Patient Education and Support:

• Educate patients and families on post-procedural care, medications, activity restrictions, and follow-up appointments.
• Provide compassionate support and clear instructions to ease patient and family anxiety, promoting a smooth recovery process.
• Offer resources and guidance for managing health and recovery post-discharge.

Collaboration and Coordination of Care:

• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other members of the healthcare team to create and implement patient care plans.
• Assist in coordinating patient transfers to other units or facilitate discharge planning as necessary, ensuring continuity of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment adjustments.
• Must be available when needed for on-call shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, medication administration, and updates