Registered Nurse, Hospital

Hopedale Medical Complex•Hopedale, IL

2d•$36 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Hopedale Medical Complex is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Hospital team on the night shift. The Hospital RN provides planned, skilled nursing care to a variety of patients, including medical-surgical and higher-acuity patients. Working collaboratively with physicians and other members of the healthcare team, the RN assesses patient needs, develops and implements individualized care, administers medications and treatments, monitors patient conditions, and communicates changes in patient status. HMC is a Critical Access Hospital with a 25-bed hospital, ICU, and a 5-bed Emergency Department. While HMC is not a trauma center, our nurses care for a diverse range of patients and have the opportunity to develop a broad range of clinical skills. Our active Surgery Department also contributes to a variety of medical-surgical patient care needs. This position works 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. and includes rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
Current and unrestricted Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Current CPR/BLS certification required or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.
Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in emergency and high-pressure situations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Must be available to work the night shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., including rotating weekends and holidays.
Federal and State criminal background checks
Drug and alcohol screening

Nice To Haves

ER and/or ICU experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality nursing care to assigned patients.
Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions and changes in status.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans.
Carry out physician orders and nursing interventions accurately and timely.
Administer medications, intravenous therapies, drips, and other treatments as prescribed.
Monitor patient responses to treatments and promptly communicate significant findings or changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare provider.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the patient's medical record.
Assist with patient positioning, mobility, transfers, and transportation while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
Prepare and educate patients and families for admissions, transfers, discharges, and ongoing care as appropriate.
Respond appropriately to emergency situations and changes in patient condition.
Demonstrate knowledge of equipment, instruments, supplies, and procedures relevant to the assigned patient population.
Maintain compliance with hospital policies, patient safety standards, infection prevention practices, HIPAA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Participate in required education, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.