RN/LPN, Surgical

CGH Medical Center

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you. POSITION PURPOSE: Demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, and participates in the evaluation of nursing care within an assigned unit, department or specialty area. Shares responsibility with other health care disciplines. Reports to Department of Nursing Director. Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center. Extraordinary care. Extraordinary service. Extraordinary people. Since 1909, CGH Medical Center has been serving Sterling, Rock Falls and the surrounding communities with exceptional quality healthcare. Through the years, there’s been one constant, the passion of our employees for making a difference. As part of CGH, you’ll join a team that’s focused on delivering the best health care and patient experience for all of the communities we serve. From our hospital and Main Clinic to our 16 outlying clinics, our physicians and employees are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to our patients, friends and family with outstanding skill and heartfelt compassion. Are you ready to develop, grow, and advance your career in healthcare? Then explore our careers today and get ready to join the team at CGH Medical.

Requirements

Current Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure required.
BLS required within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment at CGH.
Basic Computer knowledge required.
Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding required.
Prior knowledge of drawing blood required.
Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments required.
Demonstrates the knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served on assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.
Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patient group.

Nice To Haves

In-depth working knowledge of current concepts, principles and procedures used in patient care within an acute care setting, preferred.
Demonstrates ability to document patient needs and assessments.

Responsibilities

Ensures optimal patient care utilizing the nursing process.
Maintains patient records and documents to ensure an accurate record of the patient’s medical and nursing care. (See LPN)
Administers and controls narcotics, medications and IV therapies in accordance with the Registered Nurse, Nurse Practice Act.
Assesses and plans patient/family education and discharge needs.
Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.
Accountable for problem solving to include initiating, delegating and evaluating patient care team functions.
Promotes an environment conducive to professional practice by functioning as a role model and resource person for other patient services team members.
Practices competencies in nursing skills based upon current scientific knowledge.