RN, Surgical Specialties

CGH Medical Center; Sterling, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan (IMRF)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

CGH Medical Center seeks a professional nurse to provide office-based patient care under physician supervision. The role includes charting in the EMR, planning and implementing care, and monitoring high‑risk meds and IV access.

The nurse will administer chemotherapy, ensure patient safety, and coordinate with the team to optimize outcomes. BLS within 30 days is required, with prior medical office experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Nurse Licensure required.
• BLS within 30 days and maintained throughout employment.
• Experience in a medical office preferred.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Collects patient health data and enters into the EMR.
• Develops a plan of care and implements interventions to reach outcomes.
• Administers and monitors chemotherapy medications.
• Monitors IV access and high‑risk medications.
• Ensures equipment safety and reports maintenance issues.

Skills

Illinois Nurse Licensure

Chemotherapy administration

IV access monitoring

CPT/ICD-10 coding knowledge

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, you can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you.

Shift Monday - Friday, Days Scheduled Weekly Hours 36

POSITION PURPOSE:

Following the guidelines of the Illinois Nursing Act, provides professional nursing care for office patients. As a licensed/certified professional, assumes responsibility for the care of individuals and groups through a collegial relationship with a physician or clinician.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collects patient health data for physician, enters into the EMR.
• Analyzes the assessment data in determining nursing diagnoses.
• Identifies expected outcomes individualized to the patient.
• Develops a plan of care that identifies interventions to attain the expected outcomes.
• Implements the interventions identified in the plan of care.
• Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attainment of outcomes.
• Assigns ICD-10 codes on charge sheets for billing office and monitors CPT coding to assure proper documentation.
• Responsible for administering and monitoring chemotherapy medications.
• Responsible for assessment, monitoring of intravenous (IV) access.
• Responsible for administration and monitoring of medication infusions and high-risk medications including but not limited to: pre-medications, chemotherapy, and antibiotics.
• Responsible for ensuring the safety of equipment utilized for completion of procedures and reporting any maintenance issues to Biomed including but not limited to: IV pumps, suction machine, crash cart/defibrillator.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:

• Current Illinois Nurse Licensure required.
• Acquire and maintain certification from an established educational program as required per department.
• Previous Medical Office experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments helpful.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding is helpful.
• BLS required within 30 days and maintained throughout employment
• Demonstrates knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served in the physician office.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.
• Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric patient group.

Compensation Range $31.86 - $47.79

Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions

• Health and Dental Insurance
• IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Optional Insurances
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness
• Gift Shop Discount
• CGH Day Care Discount
• CGH Dietary Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• CGH Pharmacy Discount
• CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center. Extraordinary care. Extraordinary service. Extraordinary people.

Since 1909, CGH Medical Center has been serving Sterling, Rock Falls and the surrounding communities with exceptional quality healthcare. Through the years, there's been one constant, the passion of our employees for making a difference. As part of CGH, you'll join a team that’s focused on delivering the best health care and patient experience for all of the communities we serve. From our hospital and Main Clinic to our 16 outlying clinics, our physicians and employees are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to our patients, friends and family with outstanding skill and heartfelt compassion.

Are you ready to develop, grow, and advance your career in healthcare? Then explore our careers today and get ready to join the team at CGH Medical.