RN, Hospital Float $

CGH Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 45,460 - 68,191; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Job summary

CGH Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their team in providing optimal patient care. The role involves administering medications and documenting patient care within an acute setting. The ideal candidate will have a current Illinois RN licensure and have a strong proficiency in nursing skills.

This position offers a competitive compensation range of $33.00 to $49.50, along with discounts on various services such as the CGH Day Care and Employee Assistance Program.

Qualifications

• Proven nursing competencies based on current scientific knowledge.
• Experience in patient care within an acute care setting is preferred.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs.

Responsibilities

• Administers and controls narcotics and medications.
• Maintains patient records and documents.
• Assesses and plans patient/family education.

Skills

Current Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure

BLS certification

Basic computer knowledge

Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding

Ability to document patient needs and assessments

Knowledge of medical equipment

Ability to assess and interpret patient data

Job description

SHIFT

Shift: 7p to 7:30 a.m. w/every 3rd weekend. Scheduled weekly hours: 12.

POSITION PURPOSE

Demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, 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.
• 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.
• BLS required within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment at CGH.
• In-depth working knowledge of current concepts, principles, and procedures used in patient care within an acute care setting, preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to document patient needs and assessments.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding required.
• Prior knowledge of drawing blood required.
• Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments required.Demonstrates the knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served on assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.
• Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care needed by the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patient group.

COMPENSATION RANGE

$33.00 - $49.50

BENEFITS (PRN)

• Gift Shop Discount
• CGH Day Care Discount
• CGH Dietary Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• CGH Pharmacy Discount
• CGH Vision Center Discount