Registered Nurse Wound Center

Freeport Regional Healthcare Foundation dba FHN; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

FSA/HSA options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition and certification assistance

Well-being programs

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Registered Nurse to apply the nursing process in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. The role includes medication administration, documentation, and adherence to policies and state laws.

Responsibilities encompass patient education, care plan development, and participation in performance improvement. A strong emphasis on patient safety, quality outcomes, and team-based care is noted throughout Mercyhealth’s

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• ADN is required upon hire; BSN is preferred.
• May require specific years of applicable experience per department guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes nursing process and critical thinking with the team to care for patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per policies and state laws.
• Ensures accurate, comprehensive documentation per standards.
• Develops and executes patient care plans with physician input and policy.
• Provides patient/family education and supports learning.
• Engages in performance improvement activities and shared governance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education delivery

Education

ADN required

BSN preferred

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Utilizes the nursing process and critical thinking in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients. Performs assessments, planning, intervention and evaluation of care Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and state laws and practice act as required by care setting. Ensures all documentation is accurate and comprehensive in accordance with the established standards of care for documentation at the system and entity levels. Develops initiates and executes a patient plan of care according to the patient individualized needs, as prescribed by the physician along with hospital policy. Utilizes resources available to teach and support patient and family education. Provides education to the appropriate level of understanding. Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, which may include shared governance. Utilizes clinical expertise and guidance to other units and departments in support of the patient longitudinal plan of care. Acts to resolve systems breakdowns and engages self and others in providing solutions Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience, manages complex situations and delegates to other staff appropriately. Escalates to the appropriate chain of command as needed. Positively influences the professional and organizational environments and shared governance. Engages in personal development and supports system-entity opportunities for continuous learning and growth including developing or revising evidence-based practice guidelines. Supports and participates in peer review and peer feedback opportunities. Participates in the professional nursing continuum Clinic and Ambulatory RNs will maintain timely flow of patients, in addition to responding to telephone calls and performs telephone triage of patients. Illinois: 10 hours of continued education as required for IL licensure.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited nursing program. ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred. May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify per department guidelines.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Licensed as an RN in state of practice Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days Other certification or certifications per unit requirements. For example: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRP.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

May include color blind test per department guidelines.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

SUPERVISES

Supervises nursing support staff as appropriate.

PAY RANGE: $33.78 - $58.50

Mercyhealth 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, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click 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 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations. As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more. The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.