RN - PCU

Memorial Hospital of Carbondale • Carbondale, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The ratio is 4:1 on PCU patients. Every other weekend and holidays. Shift is 1900-0730. There are no on call requirements, but there is overtime available for anyone who wants it. Cannot guarantee block schedules, but will try to accommodate a preferred schedule. Acuity fluctuates, but we see a wide variety of cardiac and respiratory patients. Manager easy to contact for any needs and is visible to night shift at least twice per week.

Requirements

• Current Illinois Registered Nurse license
• Current CPR/BLS Card
• ACLS

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to determine mental, physical, and spiritual needs.
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates an individual plan of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary health care team.
• Provides explanations and instructions to patient/responsible person.
• Demonstrate ability to use nursing clinical judgment to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
• Contribute to a healthy workplace environment by managing conflict using professional communication skills.
• Meets Core Measure responsibilities related to patient care.
• Participate in continuing education.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level