Registered Nurse - Pediatrics Acute Care - Nights

Live Well Homecare; Prospect Heights (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking a qualified registered nurse to provide professional nursing care in accordance with state laws and hospital policies. You will apply critical thinking to assess patient conditions, plan and evaluate care, monitor progress, and document observations.

The role involves delegating tasks to staff, collaborating with the healthcare team, and supporting unit goals through effective teamwork and communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree not required if Associate's degree; RN with licensure preferred.
• Current Illinois nursing license must be active.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and conditions
• Implement and evaluate care plans
• Monitor patient progress and document findings
• Delegate tasks appropriately
• Collaborate with team members

Skills

Critical thinking and assessment

Team environment

Nursing practices and protocols

Education

Associate's degree or BSN from an accredited nursing program

Job description

Role Overview

Provides professional nursing care in accordance with state laws and hospital policies. Utilizes critical thinking to assess patient conditions, recognize changes, plan and evaluate care, monitor progress, and document observations. Delegates appropriate tasks to staff and collaborates as part of a healthcare team to meet unit goals.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or BSN from an accredited nursing program
• Current Illinois nursing license
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and conditions
• Implement and evaluate care plansMonitor patient progress and document findings
• Delegate tasks appropriately
• Collaborate with team members

Skills & Attributes

• Critical thinking and assessment skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Knowledge of nursing practices and protocols