Surgical & Pediatric RN — Impactful Care Leader

CGH Medical Center; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement)

Retirement Fund (457 and 401A)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgive

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Job summary

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to participate in the delivery of patient care on an assigned unit. The role supports collaboration across disciplines and reports to the Nursing Director.

The position requires IL RN licensure, BLS within 30 days, and a strong foundation in acute care nursing along with documentation and patient education responsibilities. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure required.
• BLS required within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment at CGH.
• In-depth working knowledge of current concepts, principles and procedures used in patient care within an acute care setting, preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to document patient needs and assessments.
• Basic Computer knowledge required.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding required.
• Prior knowledge of drawing blood required.
• Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments required.
• Demonstrates the knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served on assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.

Responsibilities

• Ensures optimal patient care utilizing the nursing process.
• Maintains patient records and documents to ensure an accurate record of the patient's medical and nursing care. (See LPN)
• Administers and controls narcotics, medications and IV therapies in accordance with the Registered Nurse, Nurse Practice Act.
• Assesses and plans patient/family education and discharge needs.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.
• Accountable for problem solving to include initiating, delegating and evaluating patient care team functions.
• Promotes an environment conducive to professional practice by functioning as a role model and resource person for other patient services team members.
• Practices competencies in nursing skills based upon current scientific knowledge.

Job description

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to participate in the delivery of patient care on an assigned unit. The role supports collaboration across disciplines and reports to the Nursing Director.

The position requires IL RN licensure, BLS within 30 days, and a strong foundation in acute care nursing along with documentation and patient education responsibilities. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.