REGISTERED NURSE- MILLER HEALTHCARE (FT Days)

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

Educational Assistance

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Riverside Medical Center in Illinois seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Skilled Nursing Facility team. The RN provides direct patient care, coordinates care plans, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes in a university-affiliated facility on campus.

Minimum 2–3 years in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting is preferred. Requires IL RN license and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing and an active IL RN license.
• BLS certification required and maintained.
• 2–3 years nursing experience, preferably in SNF or long-term care.
• Strong clinical skills, communication and care planning abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care, assess plans and document interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists and social workers on care plans.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and policy development.
• Educate residents and families about health management and care plans.
• Respond to emergencies and follow established protocols.
• Assist with staff scheduling and care conferences.
• Adhere to infection control, safety and privacy regulations.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Care planning

Teamwork

Education

RN licensure in Illinois

Graduate of an approved school of nursing

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Riverside Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) team. The Registered Nurse (RN) in a skilled nursing facility is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to residents, managing patient care plans, and coordinating with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal outcomes. This role involves direct patient care, assessment, and oversight, as well as compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards. Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure. This will be on on-campus position.

Essential Duties

Direct Patient Care

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for residents in accordance with individualized care plans within scope of practice.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and document all care activities accurately within scope of practice.
• Monitor and manage resident health conditions, including vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatments.
• Provide wound care, IV therapy, and other specialized nursing interventions as needed.

Care Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers.
• Communicate effectively with residents and their families regarding care plans, treatment options, and progress.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of resident care, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Ensure documentation complies with facility policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Participate in audits and reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and quality standards.

Quality Improvement

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.
• Identify and report any issues or incidents that may affect the quality of care or patient safety.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to improve care delivery.

Education and Support

• Provide education and support to residents and their families regarding health management, treatment plans, and preventive care.
• Mentor and guide less experienced nursing staff and assist with training new employees.
• Promote a positive and supportive environment for both residents and staff.

Emergency Response

• Respond promptly and effectively to medical emergencies and changes in resident conditions.
• Implement emergency protocols and procedures as needed to ensure resident safety and well‑being.
• Report and document any emergencies or incidents according to facility policies.

Administrative Duties

• Assist with scheduling and managing nursing staff to ensure adequate coverage and effective care delivery.
• Participate in staff meetings, care conferences, and other facility‑related activities.
• Contribute to the development and review of care policies and protocols.

Organization Compliance

• Adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including those related to infection control, safety, abuse, neglect, and resident privacy (HIPAA).
• Mentor and guide less experienced nursing staff and assist with training new employees.
• Promote a positive and supportive environment for both residents and staff.
• Regularly complete all assigned training modules and courses within the Learning Management System (LMS) to stay up to date on required skills, policies, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

Preferred Experience

• Minimum of 2-3 years of nursing experience, preferably in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting
• Strong clinical skills, effective communication and interpersonal abilities, and proficiency in patient assessment and care planning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to providing high-quality, resident-centered care.

Required Licensure/Education

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Preferred Education

• Professional nursing certification in the area of specialty is preferred
• Basic ECG recognition skills preferred

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes:

Compensation

• Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE

• Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work

Employee Health Requirements

Exposure to:

• Chemicals: Refer to MSDS sheets
• Video Display Terminals: Average
• Blood and Body Fluids: Diagnostic composite of patients, frequent contact with intravenous devices, and high potential for contact with contaminated body fluids (blood, stool, vomitus) and administration of blood does create a high risk. use of needleless IV system, universal precautions and protective equipment minimize risk.
• TB or Airborne Pathogens: Patient diagnostic presentations do pose high risk; however, usage of protective wear, appropriate size TB mask from fit test and universal precautions reduces risk.

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch)

• Speech: Required to communicate with patient/families/staff/doctors, coworkers, ancillary personnel and other department heads. Ability to ask for help.
• Vision: Required to observe patients and their physical assessment, ability to read reports, ability to read machines.
• Smell: Helpful to note presence of incontinence, vomitus, blood; electrical/fire safety.
• Hearing: Necessary to hear alarms, calls for help and to hear patient verbalizations; ability to listen for lung, bowel, heart sounds.
• Touch: Necessary to assess patients, need to distinguish between hot and cold.

Activity/Lifting Requirements

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:

• Sit: 10%
• Twist: 4%
• Stand: 40%
• Crawl: 0%
• Walk: 25%
• Kneel: 1%
• Lift: 10%
• Drive: 0%
• Squat: 1%
• Climb: 1%
• Bend: 30%
• Reach above shoulders: 3%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:

• Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 35 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 60 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
• Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
• Over 100lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements:

• Lifting of patients off their beds that are unable to move independently is done with assistive lifting equipment.
• Horizontal movement of patients to and from carts/beds who are unable to move independently is done with assistive