Registered Nurse RN - Surgical Ambulatory

Prime Healthcare • Chicago, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care within the scope of practice in the Out Patient Services setting. The nurse communicates with physicians, the Director of Surgical Services, the House Supervisor, and coworkers, as appropriate, about changes in a patient’s clinical condition, including diagnostic study results and symptoms. The nurse responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.

The Registered Nurse coordinates patient care with the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist, directs and guides other personnel, and maintains standards of care within the Out Patient Department. The nurse collaborates across departments to provide quality patient care, support efficient patient flow, and maintain unit organization. The role also includes adhering to regulations, standards, and hospital or unit policies and procedures; participating in performance improvement activities, unit meetings, and in-services; and serving as a resource for other personnel as appropriate.

This is a full-time, day-shift position with a 10-hour shift at St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply, with details discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• Current and valid state RN license.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• ACLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• PALS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Complete Moderate Sedation competency within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous acute care hospital experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the scope of practice in the Out Patient Services setting.
• Communicate changes in patient clinical condition, diagnostic study results, and symptoms to physicians, the Director of Surgical Services, the House Supervisor, and coworkers as appropriate.
• Respond quickly and accurately to changes in patient condition or response to treatment.
• Coordinate patient care with the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist.
• Direct and guide other personnel while maintaining standards of care within the Out Patient Department.
• Collaborate with other departments and coworkers to provide quality patient care, efficient patient flow, and unit maintenance and organization.
• Adhere to regulations, standards, and hospital or unit policies and procedures.
• Participate in performance improvement activities, unit meetings, and in-services.
• Act as a resource for other personnel as appropriate.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Voluntary benefit options
• Sign-on bonus of $10,000 for qualified candidates, subject to eligibility and payout terms

What This Job Offers

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