Registered Nurse Orthopedic

AdventHealth; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in La Grange, IL seeks a skilled RN for full-time day shift. The role includes comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The position requires RN licensure, BLS/CPR, and formal nursing education. BSN preferred; acute care experience is advantageous. Excellent communication and patient-centered care are essential.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Associates degree required; BSN preferred.
• BLS CPR certification required.
• Experience in acute care preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors; develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care.
• Collaborate with medical staff to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the medical record.
• Ensure infection control and safety standards are met.
• Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and families.
• Supervise and delegate care to healthcare team members.
• Engage in performance improvement and respond to code situations as needed.

Skills

Nursing

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Communication

EKG

English fluency

Computer literacy

Clinical decision making

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD

City:

LA GRANGE

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60525

Job Description:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors of patients. Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care, regularly evaluating and revising these plans as necessary. Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely, following physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and compliance.
• Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and interventions continuously, making necessary adjustments to improve patient health and achieve positive outcomes. Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
• Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and their families, addressing their emotional and psychological needs.
• Supervise and delegate care provided by members of the healthcare team to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Engage in continuous professional development and participate in performance improvement activities to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Respond to code situations promptly and effectively, providing necessary interventions to stabilize patients.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Ability to work as a Team player within a unit
• Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills
• EKG (based on patient ; see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements)
• Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)
• Basic computer skills - must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs
• Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 1+ acute care hospital setting [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) [Preferred]
• Neonatal Med Certification (NEONATAL MED) [Preferred]
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) [Preferred]
• Pediatric ER Assess, Recog & Stabilization (PEARS) [Preferred]
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer w/ OB/GYN Spec (RDMS-OBGYN) [Preferred]
• NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program [Preferred]
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification [Preferred]
• Trauma Nurse Course Certified (TNCC)[Preferred]
• Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) [Preferred]
• Critical Care Registered Nurse - Tele-ICU (CCRN-E) [Preferred]
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) [Preferred]
• Oncology Nurse Society (ONS) [Preferred]
• American Board of Pediatrics (ABP)[Preferred]
• Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN)[Preferred]
• Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC)[Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$33.94 - $57.08

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.