Rockford, IL - Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital - Emergency Room, Day Shift

Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center Riverside • Rockford, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience in emergency nursing and possess the necessary certifications to provide high-quality patient care. The RN may be required to float to other healthcare facilities within the region as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in emergency nursing
• Active Illinois RN Licensure
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• EITHER TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) OR TNS (Trauma Nurse Specialist)

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to provide care for patients.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques and policies.
• Document patient care and assessments in accordance with standards of care.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, planning, interventions, and evaluations of care.
• Develop and implement individualized patient care plans in collaboration with physicians and clinic policies, including education for patients and families.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and shared governance within the department or unit.
• Provide clinical expertise and guidance to support the longitudinal plan of care for patients.
• Employ critical thinking skills to ensure patient safety and enhance patient experience, escalating concerns as appropriate.
• Engage in professional nursing activities and peer review processes to enhance practice standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed