Registered Nurse - PRN - Lakeshore Surgicare

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Chesterton, IN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN coordinates and delivers high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes in a compassionate environment for patients and families. The position may include duties specific to a clinical service or specialty, including critical care, emergency services, operating room, cardiac surgery, endoscopy, obstetrics and labor and delivery, oncology, orthopedics, post-anesthesia care, neonatal intensive care, telemetry, dialysis, or the cardiac catheterization lab. The RN performs other assigned duties, maintains regular and reliable attendance, and complies with policies and standards. Immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future; applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
RN (Registered Nurse) state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Assess patients, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document medication administration.
Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocate for patients' rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Follow infection control protocols and promote patient safety, including adherence to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance improvement initiatives.
Make responsible decisions about planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned, maintain regular and reliable attendance, and comply with policies and standards.
Perform additional specialty-specific nursing duties as applicable to the assigned service or unit.