Registered Nurse - PRN

Wellpath•Ottawa, IL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Working under the supervision of Charge Nurse(s), the RN provides patient education and activities within their competencies and education. The role calls for strong communication and critical-thinking skills to support optimal patient outcomes. This is a PRN position requiring at least four shifts per month, with available day shifts from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and evening shifts from 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Hold and maintain current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of employment.
Obtain and maintain CPR certification.
Excellent communication and critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one year of clinic experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in assessing and planning individual treatment programs in consultation with Charge Nurse(s) and other staff as needed.
Implement medical plans by administering medications, obtaining diagnostic tests, and assisting with medical or minor surgical procedures as needed.
Count controlled substances and implement clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols.
Document nursing encounters using SOAP charting as required by policy.
Attend mandatory staff meetings and training.
Communicate information to nursing staff, physicians, health care unit supervisory personnel, or other staff as necessary.
Provide patient education and activities in accordance with competencies and education.