Role: Registered Nurse (RN) in the Medical Pulmonary Unit, responsible for patient assessment, care coordination, and education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess patients and collect health data involving patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Develop and coordinate individualized care plans to ensure safe, effective, and timely interventions.
- Communicate clearly and effectively in person, via phone, and in writing.
- Provide tailored patient and family education based on thorough assessments.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to evaluate nursing practice effectiveness.
- Maintain current knowledge of nursing standards, laws, and regulations.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Associate’s degree or BSN from an accredited nursing program.
- Current Illinois nursing license.
- CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
Additional Information: The role involves night shifts, with a minimum commitment of 48 hours every six weeks, including weekend hours if needed. No travel is required. The position offers competitive pay, shift differentials, incentive pay, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans, paid time off, and wellness programs.