RN, Ambulatory Surgery-$

CGH Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement)

Retirement Fund (457/401A)

Flexible Spending

Life Insurance

Disability (Short/Long Term)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Pharmacy Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Vision Center Discount

Job summary

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver patient care in a specialty unit. You will apply the nursing process, participate in assessments, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Requirements include Illinois RN licensure and an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (Bachelor’s preferred), with BLS within 30 days. Basic computer skills are preferred; 40-hour week with a $15,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates with at least 1 year of

Qualifications

• Must hold Illinois RN licensure.
• 2) Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire; maintains thereafter.
• Basic computer skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers and monitors nursing care using the nursing process.
• 1) Maintains accurate patient records of care.
• Responds to emergencies promptly and appropriately.
• Administers medications and IV therapies per Nurse Practice Act.
• Plans patient education and discharge needs.
• Supports professional practice and serves as a resource for staff.

Skills

Nursing skills

Medication administration

Emergency response

Patient education

Medical equipment knowledge

Blood draw experience

Computer literacy

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s in Nursing preferred

Job description

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can.

Shift Day Shift, Various Hours Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 $15,000 sign on bonus for external candidates with at least 1 year of experience.

POSITION PURPOSE

Demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process in a specialty unit, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, and participates in the evaluation of nursing care within an assigned unit, department or specialty area. Shares responsibility with other health care disciplines. Reports to Department of Nursing Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures optimal patient care utilizing the nursing process.
• Maintains patient records and documents to ensure an accurate record of the patient’s medical and nursing care.
• (See LPN)
• Administers and controls narcotics, medications and IV therapies in accordance with the Registered Nurse, Nurse Practice Act.
• Assesses and plans patient/family education and discharge needs.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.
• Accountable for problem solving to include initiating, delegating and evaluating patient care team functions.
• Promotes an environment conducive to professional practice by functioning as a role model and resource person for other patient services team members.
• Practices competencies in nursing skills based upon current scientific knowledge.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS

• Current Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure required.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s in nursing preferred.
• Maintains certification according to requirements of specialty unit.
• BLS required within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment at CGH.
• Basic Computer knowledge strongly preferred.
• Prior knowledge of drawing blood preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments preferred.

Compensation Range

$33.66 - $50.49

Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions

• Health and Dental Insurance
• IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
• Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Optional Insurances
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness
• Gift Shop Discount
• CGH Day Care Discount
• CGH Dietary Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• CGH Pharmacy Discount
• CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center. Extraordinary care. Extraordinary service. Extraordinary people. Since 1909, CGH Medical Center has been serving Sterling, Rock Falls and the surrounding communities with exceptional quality healthcare. Through the years, there's been one constant, the passion of our employees for making a difference. As part of CGH, you'll join a team that’s focused on delivering the best health care and patient experience for all of the communities we serve. From our hospital and Main Clinic to our 16 outlying clinics, our physicians and employees are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to our patients, friends and family with outstanding skill and heartfelt compassion.