RN Care Specialist

Bethesda Health Group; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b plan

Daily pay

Bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Bethesda Health Group is seeking a Registered Nurse in Belleville, IL to assess residents, develop and update care plans, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team. The nurse will document care activities, administer medications and therapies, and communicate changes to the physician using SBAR.

Responsibilities include ensuring plans are delivered, participating in QAPI initiatives, and assisting residents with ADLs.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with an active IL license.
• CPR/AED certification required or obtainable within 6 months.
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills essential.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to stand, walk long periods and lift/move patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' health status on admission and ongoing basis.
• Develop and revise individualized care plans with IDT input.
• Document assessments and care plans accurately and timely.
• Administer medications, treatments, and IV fluids safely.
• Notify physicians promptly using SBAR when changes occur.
• Support and monitor residents to ensure plan delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to QAPI initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Assist with ADLs and participate in crisis management as needed.

Skills

CPR/AED certification

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Mobility/Physical stamina

Nursing competencies

Education

RN licensure (IL)

Nursing education from accredited program

Job description

Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People! At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others. As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy great benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, and holiday pay. Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees. Summary
Accurately assesses residents' health status as well as their educational and environmental needs on admission and on an ongoing basis. Remains aware about and communicates to the appropriate interdisciplinary team (IDT) member any significant change in condition. Accurately documents all assessments. Develops dynamic care plans based upon the identified needs of the residents through an interdisciplinary approach that includes physicians, residents, families, and other IDT members. Reviews and revises the care plan as the resident's needs, problems, and goals change. Communicates the plan to the appropriate IDT members along with the residents and families. Accurately documents the care plan on admission, cognition change, or regulatory requirements for care planning. Identifies necessary nursing interventions relevant to the plan of care which includes nursing orders, physician orders, residents/families educational and environmental needs. Interventions such as medication administration, treatments, and IV fluid administrations are accomplished in a safe and timely manner. Documents all interventions accurately and timely. Uses critical thinking skills when dealing with residents' change in condition. Notifies the physician timely using the SBARR as the communication tool. Maintains composure during and handles any crisis situation such as family dissatisfaction, staff disputes, or inclement weather in a calm and professional manner. Monitors the care of the residents closely to see that the care plan is being delivered effectively. Identifies problem areas and uses the QAPI process to actively address the situation for immediate problem resolution. Remains knowledgeable about the status of the resident to quickly identify behavioral changes or other untoward signs or symptoms. Assists in answering call lights and assists with resident care such as ADLs. Completes twelve hours, at a minimum, of offerings related to nursing. Upholds commitment to remaining current in best nursing practices through knowledge of Bethesda's policies and self-study. May be assigned other duties as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Education from an accredited school of nursing that results in becoming a registered nurse
• Current RN license in the state you will be working
• CPR/AED certification required, or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Long-term care experience preferred
• Must possess critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills to interact verbally with patients, visitors, and staff
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary
• Ability to transfer and move patients who vary with ability to assist weighing 200+lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary
• Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques and with assistance when necessary
• Manual dexterity, coordination and skillful use of hands when working with patients and equipment
• Visual acuity with the ability to distinguish color
• Ability to physically perform necessary documentation electronically and in writing

Pay range: $29.39 - $48.20 per hour Category: RN