RN, Med/Surg-$$
CGH Medical Center
•$34 - $50
About The Position
The RN, Med/Surg demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process and contributes to nursing assessments and the development and evaluation of care plans within an assigned unit, department, or specialty area. The nurse shares responsibility with other health care disciplines and reports to the Department of Nursing Director. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week, working 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and every third weekend. External candidates with at least one year of experience are eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus.
Requirements
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
- BLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment at CGH.
- Ability to document patient needs and assessments.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding.
- Prior knowledge of drawing blood.
- Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
- Knowledge of growth and development principles and ability to assess and interpret patient-status data to determine appropriate care across age groups.
Nice To Haves
- In-depth working knowledge of current concepts, principles, and procedures used in patient care within an acute care setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide optimal patient care using the nursing process.
- Maintain patient records and document medical and nursing care accurately.
- Administer and control narcotics, medications, and IV therapies in accordance with the Registered Nurse Nurse Practice Act.
- Assess patient and family education needs and discharge needs.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
- Initiate, delegate, and evaluate patient care team functions as part of problem solving.
- Promote an environment conducive to professional practice by serving as a role model and resource for other patient services team members.
- Practice nursing competencies based on current scientific knowledge.
- Contribute to nursing assessments and the development and evaluation of nursing care plans.
- Provide care appropriate to patients' age-related needs, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
- 457 and 401A retirement plans
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Optional insurances
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness
- Gift shop discount
- CGH day care discount
- CGH dietary discount
- Employee assistance program
- CGH pharmacy discount
- CGH vision center discount
- $15,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates with at least one year of experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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