RN - Occupational Health

nshs; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Medical dental and vision

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

HSA options

Retirement match

PTO

Community involvement

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking an RN Occupational Health professional to join our Elmhurst team. This on-site, full-time role is based at 1200 S York Rd, Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm, with 40 hours per week and required travel.

The RN will perform immunizations, triage calls, assist with exams and EMR documentation, and coordinate patient care. Illinois RN licensure and CPR/BLS are required; a BS in Science is preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Illinois is required.
• CPR BLS certification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Science is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patient voicemails and speak with patients by phone or via MyChart to direct them to appropriate care per protocol.
• Conduct telephone assessments using nursing skills and convey information to clinical staff via phone or EMR.
• Refer high-risk chief complaints to the emergency department immediately when needed.
• Schedule appointments for patients who do not require ED care but need physician visits.
• Assist with immunizations and in-office procedures; prepare exam rooms and record vital signs.

Skills

RN experience

Telephone triage

Patient communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science

Tools

EMR

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$36.00 - $55.80 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: RN Occupational Health
• Location: 1200 S York Rd, Elmhurst
• Full time 40 hours
• Hours: Monday - Friday 8am -5pm
• Required Travel: yes

What you will do:

• Reviews patient voicemails and talks directly to patients on the telephone or via Mychart and directs patients to appropriate level of care (emergency department, urgent care centers, physician office) per protocol or provides appropriate home medical advice.
• Conducts patient telephone assessment utilizing nursing skills to determine problems, intervening according to the patients need and gives instructions to patient/caregiver. Evaluates patient's and caregiver's understanding of instructions using teach-back methodology and conveys related information and issues to appropriate clinical staff by telephone or by utilizing the EMR.
• Sends patients with high-risk chief complaints such as chest pain, abdominal pain, or severe headaches, signs and symptoms of stroke to emergency department immediately,
• Arranges appointments for patients who do not need to go to emergency department but need to see a physician.
• Escorts patients to examination rooms, obtains and electronically records vital signs, reason for visit and other patient data. Makes patient comfortable while waiting for provider.
• Prepares patient for exam and/or procedure. Sets up room with necessary equipment.
• Performs all immunizations and assists with diagnostic and other in office procedures (i.e., colposcopy, LEEP, ESSURE, ablation, lab tests, venipuncture, specimen collection, etc.).

What you will need:

• Bachelors Degree Science - Preferred
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure - Required
• American Red Cross CPR BLS or issued by American Heart Association - Required

Benefits (For full time or part time positions)

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.