RN - Community Behavioral Health

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join an interdisciplinary team and provide expert nursing care through the nursing process. You will assess patient status, develop individualized care plans, and apply evidence-based interventions while ensuring safety and quality.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, teamwork, patient education, and ongoing professional growth within a supportive environment committed to quality care in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois.
• Certifications in CPI and BLS.
• Strong reading, writing, oral communication, and computer skills.
• Ability to respond appropriately, maintain confidentiality, and project a professional, friendly demeanor.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, equipment, and patient safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient status via interviews, observations, and physical examinations.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with patients, families, and team.
• Use evidence-based interventions and evaluate progress toward outcomes.
• Document patient care accurately and maintain professional accountability.
• Demonstrate proficiency with equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform bedside lab testing.
• Promote patient and staff safety through proper equipment use and safety protocols.
• Provide patient education tailored to age, culture, and development.
• Collaborate with team, prioritize tasks, and advocate for patients.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Oral communication

Computer skills

Professional demeanor

Confidentiality

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join an interdisciplinary team, providing expert nursing care through the application of the nursing process.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Assessing patient status via interviews, observations, and physical examinations.
• Developing and implementing individualized care plans collaboratively with patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Using evidence-based interventions to achieve patient outcomes and continuously evaluating progress.
• Documenting patient care accurately and maintaining professional accountability.
• Demonstrating technical proficiency with equipment, troubleshooting issues, and performing bedside lab testing.
• Promoting patient and staff safety through proper equipment use and safety protocols.
• Providing patient education tailored to age, cultural, and developmental needs, ensuring safety and understanding.
• Collaborating with team members, prioritizing tasks, and advocating for patients when necessary.

Qualifications And Skills

• Valid RN license in Illinois.
• Certifications in CPI and BLS.
• Strong reading, writing, oral communication, and computer skills.
• Ability to respond appropriately, maintain confidentiality, and project a professional, friendly demeanor.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, equipment, and patient safety procedures.

This role emphasizes clinical excellence, teamwork, patient education, safety, and professional growth in a supportive environment committed to quality care and continuous development.