Staff RN Union - ER

Prime Healthcare; Joliet (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Medical Center, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse for evening shifts in the Emergency Room. The RN will provide patient care, guide nursing staff, and maintain high standards of nursing practice, ensuring quality care in a leading Joliet hospital. The position requires a valid RN license and offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Substantial PTO

Continuing educational opportunities

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of experience in an acute care setting; ER experience preferred.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required upon hire.
• Knowledge of EMTALA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe patient care using nursing processes including assessment and evaluation.
• Direct and guide patient and family education while maintaining professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians regarding changes in patients' conditions.

Skills

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Current State RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

At St. Joseph Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, St. Joseph Medical Center is actively seeking a RN working Full time evenings in the ER to join its award-winning team!

We offer:

• competitive compensation
• substantial PTO
• continuing educational opportunities
• …and much more!

Saint Joseph Medical Center is a Joint Commission Accredited 489-bed facility and the leading hospital in the Joliet area, where we offer comprehensive specialty and 24/7 emergency care, complemented by our Level II trauma center. Our expert surgical teams are equipped to handle serious and life-threatening conditions, ensuring that your health needs are prioritized through attentive listening and tailored care. As a premier destination for specialty services, we excel in areas such as cardiology, oncology, stroke care, orthopedics, and women’s health.

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Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing care in Telemetry. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her patients in the Emergency Department. They communicate with the physician about the changes in the patient’s clinical condition including results of the diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is capable of responding quickly and accurately to changes in the condition and/or response to treatment. Is knowledgeable about EMTALA regulations and reporting of child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies and Hospital Social Worker. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current and valid state RN License.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 4. Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 5. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire. 6. Minimum of one year experience as a staff nurse RN in an acute care hospital setting; E.R. setting preferred.7. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.8. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):

1. In Paramedic Base Station ED: MICN within 12 months of hire and maintain current. 2. EDAP certified facilities: Completion of emergency pediatric course 1 and 2 within 6 months of hire.3. Non-OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.4. Trauma designated facilities: Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) required within 12 months of hire and maintain. Non-trauma facilities, TNCC preferred.

Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $53.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

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