RN - Emergency Department

The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver responsible for managing patient care within their designated unit, utilizing the nursing process, technology, and resources to deliver high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Performing initial patient assessments and developing individualized care plans based on patient and family needs.
• Implementing and adjusting nursing interventions, documenting care accurately, and verifying physician orders.
• Ensuring patient and staff safety by reporting hazards and incidents.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, patients, and families to foster a healing environment.
• Assisting with orientation, training, and supervision of new staff members.
• Ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and managing medication and supply inventories.
• Proficiency in procedures such as airway management, central lines, lumbar punctures, and other emergency or specialized interventions.
• Completing incident reports and ensuring compliance with departmental standards.

Qualifications Include

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Illinois.
• Certifications in PALS (within 1 year), BLS (within 30 days), and ACLS (within 1 year) from the American Heart Association.
• College diploma in Nursing.

Skills and qualities: Strong communication, collaboration, safety awareness, documentation accuracy, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.