The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver responsible for managing a designated group of patients, providing care using the nursing process, technology, and resources within the organization’s philosophy.
Key duties include:
- Performing unit-specific responsibilities and implementing procedures aligned with practice area standards.
- Maintaining accurate documentation of nursing care to support team collaboration.
- Conducting initial patient assessments and developing, implementing, and modifying care plans based on patient and family needs.
- Ensuring patient and staff safety by reporting hazards and incidents.
- Communicating effectively with colleagues and offering constructive feedback for professional development.
- Providing direct care to CVMS patients, including post-op CABG, thoracotomy, and vascular surgery patients.
- Maintaining a clean work environment and completing departmental competencies.
- Performing hourly patient rounding and proactively assisting internal and external customers.
Qualifications and skills include:
- Current RN licensure in Illinois and certifications in BLS and ACLS (within 1 year).
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to develop care plans, document accurately, and communicate effectively.
- Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous learning.