RN PAIN MANAGEMENT

Horizon Health; Paris (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employee 403(b)

Job summary

Horizon Health in Paris, IL is seeking an RN to participate in pain management procedures, including sedation during procedures and post-procedure care. The role may include pre/post-assessment, IV initiation, and contributing to department protocols.

Current IL RN licensure with BLS and ACLS is required. The position emphasizes quality care, patient education, and collaboration with the Pain Management team.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an associate degree, baccalaureate degree, or diploma school of nursing.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Illinois.
• BLS and ACLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice.
• Performs advanced nursing activities, including assisting with procedures using conscious sedation and IV placement.
• Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.
• Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.
• Participates in initiatives to improve quality of care or clinical outcomes.
• Assists in development of departmental standing protocols and orders.
• Assess patients pre- and post-procedure, review meds/history, and obtain vital signs.
• Initiate IV therapy.
• Triages calls, completes prior authorizations, and MRI screenings; educates patients.
• Order, stock, and maintain supplies for the department.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

IV Therapy

Conscious Sedation

Pain management nursing

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

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 RN will participate in the care of patients undergoing pain management procedures. This may include sedation of the patients during the procedure or admission and discharge duties. This nurse may also have other duties as assigned in the Pain Management Clinic setting.

Position Requirements

• Graduate from an associate degree, baccalaureate degree, or diploma school of nursing. Current RN licensure in the state of Illinois.
• BLS and ACLS Required

Essential Functions (Responsibilities/Accountabilities)

• Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice. Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice
• Performs advanced nursing activities, which can include assisting with procedures using conscious sedation, placement of IV's.
• Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.
• Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.
• Participates in initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.
• Assists Clinic Manager and Pain Management provider in the development of departmental standing protocols and orders.
• Assess patients in procedural area, both pre and post procedure, review medication, allergies, medical history, and obtain vital signs
• Initiate IV therapy
• Triage phone calls, complete prior authorizations, injection screening, and MRI screenings Provide education to patients in the office and post-injection area
• Order, stock, and maintain supplies for department
• Assists lnjectionists with procedures (epidural, nerve block, joint injection, radiofrequency nerve ablation, etc

The responsibilities listed abbove are not-all inclusive, other activities may be required in the support of the hospital's goals and objectives.

Pay Range:

Pay ranges from $26.688 to $42.740 per hour (rate of pay is based on applicable years of experience)

Position Information:

Hours: Monday- Friday 7 am - 5:30 pm (4 day work week, with alternating days off)

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.