Registered Nurse - Registry Level II - MedSurg / Tele PRN

Trinity Health•Maywood, IL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides MedSurg/Tele patient care on a PRN day shift basis, using current nursing practices and focusing on patient needs while exemplifying service excellence through care, concern, respect, and cooperation. As a contributing member of the health care team, the nurse develops and provides comprehensive care plans for assigned patients. The schedule requires eight 12-hour shifts in a six-week schedule, including two weekend shifts and coverage of one summer and one winter holiday. Eligible for evening and night shift and weekend differentials. This is a non-benefited position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nursing.
1–2 years of previous job-related experience.
Basic Life Support (CPR).
Valid Illinois driver's license.
Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Illinois.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of patient and family needs.
Clarify and implement physician orders by administering medications and performing prescribed treatments and testing; document accordingly.
Recognize symptoms and establish priorities consistent with each patient's condition.
Document ongoing assessments of patients' physical and emotional status to address their needs appropriately.
Obtain information from patients and/or families to develop appropriate treatment plans.
Formulate, implement, and continually revise patient care plans based on ongoing assessment and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Complete required documentation and communicate competently and effectively to meet patient and family needs and regulatory requirements.
Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, employee, and department information.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and follow department documentation policies.
Ensure arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available.
Assist with daily oversight of other clinical staff when directed by the manager and provide requested feedback about non-licensed personnel's work-related skills.
Mentor and precept new staff and serve as a resource to non-licensed or non-nurse personnel.
Use time and resources effectively to promote quality and cost outcomes.
Identify discharge planning needs as part of care plan development and notify patients and family members appropriately.
Assess patient and family education needs, including current knowledge, readiness to learn, and learning ability; provide health education that promotes independence and safe self-care.
Document health education provided and learning outcomes, including patient or family understanding and return demonstration when appropriate.