RN MEDSURG - NIGHTS

Horizon Health; Paris (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Health in Paris, IL is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients across a 25-bed unit with on-site provider coverage 24/7. The RN will administer medications, manage IV therapy, and communicate care plans to families and the care team.

Requirements include nursing degree, Illinois RN licensure (or in progress), current BLS, ACLS preferred, and listed experience; pay ranges reflect experience and tenure with Horizon Health's total

Qualifications

• Graduate from an Associate Degree, Baccalaureate Degree, or Diploma School of Nursing.
• Current RN licensure in Illinois (in progress acceptable).
• Current BLS certification is required.
• ACLS certification is preferred.
• Three years of experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients.
• Administer medications following policy and judgement.
• Initiate and manage IV therapy as needed.
• Communicate changes in patient status to charge nurse/manager.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and hospital infection control standards.

Education

Graduate from an associate degree, baccalaureate degree, or diploma school of nursing.

Current RN licensure in the state of Illinois.

Current BLS is required.

ACLS certification is preferred.

Minimum of three years’ experience is preferred but not required.

Job description

Horizon Healthis a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors.

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care of the patients assigned to him/her during a given period of time. The RN functions under minimal supervision and according to established policies, procedures, and professional nursing standards. The RN performs other assignments as required.

Essential Functions

• Completes physical assessment and patient interview according to departmental policy.
• Implements the patient care plan through giving and delegating direct care.
• Identifies and communicates unusual or abnormal assessment of patient care problems to the Charge Nurse/Manager.
• Administers safely and accurately all medications within the acceptable limits of professional judgement and policy. (following medication administration rights.)
• Initiates, monitors and manages IV therapy.
• Utilizes opportunities during the delivery of patient care to teach and reinforce teaching to the patient, family members, and/or significant others.
• Reviews instructions with patient, family, and/or significant others before transfer or discharge, and sends appropriate forms.
• Determines and delegates assignments appropriately in order that tasks are completed within an allotted time.
• Explains procedures and treatments thoroughly to patients, families, and/or significant others before completion.
• Maintains knowledge of job-related duties; infection control, OSHA blood borne pathogens, TB/respiratory, protection plan, policies and procedures.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and avoids accessing patient information in computer except on a need-to-know basis.

The responsibilities listed above are not all-inclusive; other activities may be required in support of the hospital’s goals and objectives.

Unit Information

• 25- bed unit including 3- bed SCU bed unit (all private rooms)
• Nurse to patient ratio based on acuity
• Offer self-scheduling on rotating basis
• On-site provider 24hrs a day

Position Requirements

• Graduate from an associate degree, baccalaureate degree, or diploma school of nursing.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Illinois. (May consider applicant with IL RN licensure in progress)
• Current BLS is required.
• ACLS certification is preferred.
• Minimum of three years’ experience is preferred but not required.

Pay Range

Pay ranges from $27.473/hour to $43.997/hour (rate of pay is based on applicable years of experience)

Horizon Health is committed to caring not only for our patients, but for our staff as well. We offer you an extensive total compensation and benefits package. As an employee of Horizon Health, your benefits include a competitive salary, medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee 403(b), health savings account with Company match, as well as Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays.