RN - ACUTE CARE

McDonough District Hospital; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 46,838 - 74,941; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

457B retirement plan with employer match

Company paid STD and LTD

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Macomb, Illinois, is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Candidates must have a valid RN license in Illinois and current CPR and PALS certifications. Strong verbal communication and critical thinking skills are essential. The position offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 457B plan with employer matching. The salary is competitive, ranging from $34.00 to $54.40 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a currently licensed RN in Illinois.
• Certifications in CPR, PALS, and preferably ACLS are required.
• Ability to interpret physician's orders accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients.
• Participate in departmental training and competency evaluations.
• Complete continuing education to enhance patient care.

Skills

Verbal communication

Numerical ability

Clinical perception

Critical thinking

Education

Current RN license in Illinois

CPR Certification

PALS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Job Knowledge

Is knowledgeable regarding policies and procedures, PPE's, universal precautions, duties during a disaster, and product safety information, all online/computer based learning. The patient population must be considered when assessing job knowledge required by the employee.

• Expected pay for this position is $34.00- $54.40. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
• MDH Benefits package includes:
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 457B and employer match for FT employees
• Company paid STD and LTD

Job Summary

• The RN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care of the patients.

Job Specifications

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Currently licensed RN in the state of Illinois by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation. Current CPR, PALS and CPI certification is required. Current ACLS certification preferred.

Abilities, Interests and Temperaments

• Verbal ability is needed to interpret and understand instructions and to communicate with other caregivers.
• Numerical ability is needed to correctly tally patient's I & O and ensure correct dosages of medications.
• Visual acuity is needed to assist and monitor patients.
• Ability to read and write is needed for documentation on patient records.
• Ability to adapt, follow directions in a composed manner, and use critical thinking skills during emergency situations.
• Empathy and consideration is needed to deal with patients and their family members.
• Verbal ability is needed to interpret and understand the physician's orders and communicate with other caregivers regarding care of the patient, as well as to present educational information to patients, staff and the public as needed.
• Clinical perception is needed to monitor the patient and interpret and implement physician’s orders.
• Finger dexterity is needed for, but not limited to, handling medical equipment, giving IM medications, assembling IV lines and for different physical exams.

The RN will successfully complete orientation and hospital-wide and department-specific CBL's (computerized based learning). The RN will participate in departmental in-services and will demonstrate competency by completing the service specific competency testing / evaluation process, as appropriate to the RN role. Continuing education programs will be offered to augment the RN's knowledge of pertinent developments in patient care and to foster a performance improvement environment.