RN, Behavioral Health

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

Job summary

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL, is seeking a Registered Nurse to contribute to nursing assessment, care planning, and the evaluation of nursing care within a specialty unit. The role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of the Nursing Director.

Ideal candidates hold Illinois RN licensure with an ADN and prefer BSN, along with BLS within 30 days of hire. Strong documentation, patient education, and knowledge of medical equipment are essential assets for

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Nurse licensure

BLS

Patient education

Medical equipment knowledge

Drawing blood

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate 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 7p to 7:30 a.m. w/every 3rd weekend Scheduled Weekly Hours 24

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.