RN - OLGMC NICU - Full Time Night

Jobguard; Washington (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobguard is seeking a Registered Nurse to take a leadership role in patient care in Washington, Illinois. This role involves utilizing the Nursing Process within the standards of practice while delegating and assisting team members to ensure quality patient outcomes. Candidates must possess a Registered Nurse Diploma and a current RN License. The nurse will also need excellent communication skills and ability to manage nursing resources effectively in a compliance-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN License in the state of practice required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Preferred: Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in patient care delivery.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources.
• Ensures compliance with laws and standards.

Skills

Computer skills for data entry and retrieval of patient information

Proficiency with Windows-style applications

Effective verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

This RN role is a leader in patient care, utilizing the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members, and is accountable for quality patient outcomes. The RN demonstrates professionalism and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.

Education

Required: Registered Nurse Diploma. Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Work Experience

Required: None.

Certifications

Required: Current RN License in the state of practice. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Preferred: Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Computer skills for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications and various software packages specific to the role.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to present information clearly and professionally.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.

Job Duties

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in patient care delivery.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) and serves as a leader on the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Utilizes data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility, and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• Maintains compliance with the company’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct concerning patient/employee safety, privacy, or other compliance‑related concerns.
• Other related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Heavy work: Occasionally exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force, frequently 25 to 50 pounds, or constantly 10 to 20 pounds to move objects. Duties involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and potential exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications. The incumbent works in patient care areas and may encounter hazardous waste in the environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.