RN - Short Stay/OBV - Days
About The Position
The Short Stay/Observation Unit is a low acuity unit that monitors and evaluates patients for an observation period of up to 16 hours. During the stay, a decision is made whether to discharge or admit the patient. If you enjoy a fast-paced, hospital-based patient care environment, this may be the unit for you! Position: Registered Nurse – Short Stay/Observation Unit - Days Location: Chicago, IL Full Time Hours: 7:00 am - 7:30 pm; every other weekend and rotating holidays required Required Travel: May float to other inpatient units as needed. What you will do: Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate the delivery of nursing care to patients and their families. Maintains competency reflective of current standards practice. Interacts and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues. Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of nursing practice. Integrates evidence-based practice and research findings into nursing practice. Recognizes and adjusts to situations that vary from the norm. Promotes safety measures to prevent patient and staff injuries. Guides and supervises staff in the provision of patient care. Enhances own professional growth and development. Maintains a safe therapeutic working environment and recognizes need for action in emergency situations. Documentation is thoroughly and timely completed Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Requirements
- Requires at least one year of experience as a staff nurse.
- At least 1 year of Cardiac Tele Experience
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Demonstrates mastery of nursing skills.
- Communicates effectively and is able to guide and supervise nursing personnel.
- Current Illinois Nursing licensure
- American Heart Association CPR Certification
- American Heart Association ACLS Certification
- NIHSS Certification within one month of hire
- PALS, NRP may be required within six months depending on the unit requirements
Nice To Haves
- Critical Care experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate the delivery of nursing care to patients and their families.
- Maintains competency reflective of current standards practice.
- Interacts and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
- Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of nursing practice.
- Integrates evidence-based practice and research findings into nursing practice.
- Recognizes and adjusts to situations that vary from the norm.
- Promotes safety measures to prevent patient and staff injuries.
- Guides and supervises staff in the provision of patient care.
- Enhances own professional growth and development.
- Maintains a safe therapeutic working environment and recognizes need for action in emergency situations.
- Documentation is thoroughly and timely completed
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Benefits
- Premium pay for eligible employees
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Discounted Parking at Designated Locations
- Wellness Program
- Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
