REGISTERED NURSE - Interventional Suites (FT - DAYS)

Riverside Healthcare•Kankakee, IL

3d•$37 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Interventional Procedures Registered Nurse (RN) to join our multidisciplinary team in Kankakee, Illinois. This position involves providing high-quality patient care across a range of procedures, including cardiac catheterization, interventional radiology, and neurovascular procedures. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced, multi-procedural environment, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care before, during, and after various interventional procedures. This role demands strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and the ability to manage patient care across a diverse range of specialties.

Requirements

Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
New Graduate RNs starting on or after 1/1/25 must earn Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) within 3 years of start date.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year previous Cath Lab or Critical Care experience or 2 years critical care preferred.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred or obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Patient Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and psychological needs prior to interventional procedures. Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure optimal outcomes.
Procedure Assistance and Treatment Administration: Assist interventional physicians during procedures by administering medications, operating specialized equipment, and closely monitoring patient status. Administer treatments and procedures as ordered by the provider, ensuring accurate, timely interventions.
Patient Monitoring: Continuously monitor patients' vital signs, physical condition, and response to interventions during and after procedures. Accurately document all observations, interventions, and changes in patient status in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
Coordination of Care and Collaboration: Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of physicians, technologists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care effectively. Participate in team meetings, including discharge planning, and contribute to treatment plan adjustments as necessary.
Patient and Family Education: Educate patients and families about procedures, medical conditions, treatment options, and post-discharge care. Ensure patients fully understand their care plans and provide support to help them manage their recovery.
Patient Experience: Engage with patients and families in a professional and empathetic manner to promote comfort, trust, and a positive experience. Address concerns promptly and ensure that the care environment supports patients' emotional and physical well-being.
Emergency Response: Respond quickly and effectively to emergent situations, such as cardiac arrest or medical complications, by initiating appropriate nursing interventions, including life-saving procedures and patient stabilization.
Compliance, Safety, and Infection Control: Maintain strict adherence to all regulatory standards, infection control protocols, and safety measures. Ensure the procedural environment is clean and sterile to prevent the spread of infection and promote patient safety.
Documentation: Maintain precise, detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, treatments, and outcomes, ensuring compliance with regulatory and hospital documentation standards.
Flexibility and Team Contribution: Demonstrate flexibility by adapting to different assignments within the professional scope of duties. Actively contribute to a positive work environment through collaboration, constructive feedback, and mutual respect. Must be available when needed for on-call shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Inventory and Equipment Management: Assist with restocking supplies, checking equipment for functionality, and maintaining an organized and efficient procedural environment.
Continuing Education Participation: Attend department meetings, professional development programs, and continuing education to stay updated on advancements in interventional care and nursing best practices.

Benefits

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.
Our Total Rewards package includes:
Compensation
Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE:
Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work