Registered Nurse

Iroquois Memorial Hospital & Resident Home•Watseka, IL

37d•$30 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

What does it mean to be a team member at Iroquois Memorial Hospital? It means that the patient is truly at the center of everything we do. It means that the quest for excellence is not just a goal, but a given. It means building an environment where our providers and our employees can deliver the best in healthcare. It also means that each employee or volunteer is vital to the healing process, because we can only achieve the extraordinary together. IMH offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and great work environment. If this sounds like a role that might be a good fit for you, please apply today and let’s talk more about this opport

Requirements

Utilizes the nursing process to provide care to patients of all age groups (infancy through geriatrics), and with all types & degrees of severity of illness or injury.
Practices in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act, and hospital & department policies, procedures & standards.
Participates in performance improvement efforts.
Maintains a clean, well organized department in a constant state of readiness with adequate supplies, equipment checks & housekeeping tasks.
Maintains competence through required in-services & other continuing education.
Requires on call, weekend & holiday rotation and the flexibility to work all shifts when needed.
Must have current hospital experience (within 5 years), or be a new nursing graduate (within 2 years).
Must be able to think clearly during emergencies & be able to function well in extremely stressful situations.
State of Illinois RN license.
CPR certification within 3 months of hire.
ACLS certification within 1 year of hire.
PALS certification within 1 year of hire.

Nice To Haves

Prefer at least 1 year of experience in hospital clinical nursing.
ECRN certification within 2 years of hire preferred.
Recommended TNS & CEN certifications after 3 years preferred.

Responsibilities

Administers IV’s, medications and treatments.
Responds appropriately to emergencies.
Evaluates patient response to interventions & acts accordingly.
Maintains the department in a constant state of readiness.
Communicates effectively with peers, health team members, patients, visitors & others.
Communicates patient information as required for continuum of care.
Transcribes physician orders.
Usage of the computer system.
Implements charges.
Maintains confidentiality.
Demonstrates good radio technique.
Familiarity with SOP’s.
Issues appropriate orders.
Records report on the written log.
Provides a positive clinical experience for EMT’s.
Collects forensic specimens.
Filing mandated reports.
Knowledge of laws/regulations as they pertain to emergency nursing.
Resolves problems and supports the unit team.
Adapts to change and maintains a positive working attitude with others.
Awareness of proper infection control.
Teaches patients and/or significant others & shares knowledge with EMT’s or students.
Interprets data & identifies patient requirements relative to age specific needs.
Other duties as assigned.