RN, Med Surg, Nights, Weekends, Full Time

Rochelle Community Hospital; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochelle Community Hospital is seeking a Registered Professional Nurse to promote and restore patient health by completing the nursing process in collaboration with physicians and the care team.

The role requires an NLN-accredited nursing education and an active Illinois RN license, with CPR certification. Telemetry experience is desirable, and staff must meet professional standards and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing.
• Must have current Illinois RN license.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote and restore patient health by completing the nursing process and collaborating with physicians and the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide physical and psychological support to patients, families, and friends.
• Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, OSHA, IDPH, and state nurse practice act and regulations.

Skills

CPR Certification

Telemetry Experience

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Dysrhythmia Knowledge

Education

NLN-Accredited School of Nursing

Illinois RN License

Job description

About Us

Located 25 miles south of Rockford and 75 miles west of Chicago, Rochelle Community Hospital has been a cornerstone of the Rochelle community for over a century. As a critical-access hospital, our staff provides state-of-the-art emergency care, diagnostic testing, home healthcare resources, rehabilitation, occupational health, inpatient care, and surgery, as well as a variety of other outpatient services. At Rochelle Community Hospital, quality care isn't just our job, it's our passion. We strive not only to deliver the highest quality and value to our patients, but also to our physicians and staff. As a member of our team, you can expect to work alongside our team of highly trained staff and administrators as we set out to create a higher standard of healthcare for our community.

Position Summary

A Registered Professional Nurse promotes and restores patient's health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families. Employee shall perform nursing functions in accordance with the policies, procedures, and objectives of the Nursing Department. The RNs responsibilities encompasses compliance with The Joint Commission standards, CMS, OSHA, IDPH, the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and state regulations.

Education

• Must be a graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing


• Must have current Illinois RN license.

Experience

• Must be currently CPR certified.


• Previous telemetry experience desirable.


• Must obtain ACLS and PALS certification within first six months of employment.


• Must pass a Telemetry test within the first six months of employment.


• Must show competency of those skills designated by the Manager of Inpatient Services by exam and/or demonstration.


• Must be in good physical and mental health, and able to work under pressure.


• Must have good teaching and communication skills.


• The ability to operate designated computer equipment.


• Must complete a basic dysrhythmia class annually.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• The ideal candidate must be able to work and complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.


• Requires long periods of standing at times.


• Requires quick movement, agility and fast response time.


• Requires direct patient contact with potential exposure to blood and body fluids.


• Frequent repositioning of patients.


• Ability to perform CPR - a strenuous activity.


• Demonstrates the ability to work accurately and effectively in oral and written directions and communication.


• Enjoys working with people and works cooperatively with other hospital staff.


• Constant kneeling, stooping, bending, twisting


• and occasional need to lift patients


• Medium Lifting, generally lifting not more than 50 lbs. maximum with assistance, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.