RN - Med/Surg T6 (Inpatient)

Carle Health•Urbana, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

On North Tower 6, we are a very fast-paced unit with a variety of patient populations. There are plenty of opportunities to learn new skills with our high volume of admits and discharges. The teamwork on this unit is some of the best, so you will never face a challenge alone. This unit is a designated Stroke Unit and cares for patients with Chest pain, CHF, AMS/Weakness, Stroke/TIA, Post-op/Post procedure, GI infections, COPD, Pneumonia, UTI, Pain Control, and Falls. Procedures include IV Start, Foley Insertion & Maintenance, Central Lines (blood draws, dressing changes), Simple and Complex wound dressing changes, Diabetes and CHF Management, and Blood Transfusions.

Requirements

RN License upon hire.
BLS within 30 days.
Nursing Diploma.
RN >1yr experience.

Responsibilities

Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service.
Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice.
Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs.
Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures.
Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.
Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.
Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues.
Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base.
Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.
Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.
Assess IV sites every 4 hours.
Start new IVs per Carle policy.
Must maintain documentation standards as evidenced by passed quarterly chart audits.
Must attend 5 out 6 staff meetings per year.
Identify change in patient status and respond appropriately.