IL Emergency Dept. RN- Nights
IL Emergency Dept. RN- Nights
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Job Title: Registered Nurse Job No: 42040 Department: Emergency Services Salary Grade: 12 Reports to: Director of Emergency Services FLSA: Non-Exempt Job Summary: The registered nurse is a professional practitioner who delivers patient care through the nursing process. Functions and Duties: Collaborates with the patient family and healthcare team to promote positive patient outcomes Assess and reassess patient clinical condition which includes objective and subjective assessment data. Develop implement and evaluate a patient s Plan of Care. Utilize critical thinking skills for patient care and daily operations. Demonstrates clinical competencies and skills applicable to unit. Coordinates initiates and validates teaching based on identified learning needs of the patient and designated support person. Manages administers and reconciles medications. Documents patient care interventions and responses in the electronic health record (EHR) timely and accurately. Delegates appropriately according to skill level. Triage according to the ESI triage algorithm. Manage sexual assault victims care paperwork and evidence. Medication management including Omnicell and refrigerator monitoring. Facilitate patient flow. Prioritize and delegate tasks related to patient care. Clear communication with First Responders in the Community (EMS). Knowledge of role in codes including but not limited to: o Inside Response Team o Outside Response Team o Code Blue in ED o Code Blue in house o Code Blue on grounds o Express Team o Code Green including the function of the Decon Room o Other hospital codes Clear and sensitive communication with patients and families who are dealing with various stages of trauma and tragedy. Management of an expired patient including but not limited to: o Coroner notification o M transplant notification o Funeral home notification o Morgue placement o Patient belongings o Family physician notification o Police if required Safe management of Behavioral Health patients in acute crisis. Transfer management per EMTALA guidelines. Performs all other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Experience Greater than one (1) year of working experience in a similar unit with comparable patient acuity is preferred. Certifications Licenses and Registrations BLS certified required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 1 year of hire Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or equivalent within 1 year of hire De-Escalation training required Current Illinois RN State licensure required. Skills and Abilities None. Physical Demands: Sit or stand for a prolonged period of time Regularly exposed to body fluids with the risk of bloodborne pathogens or airborne pathogens Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (mask gown gloves) when required. Lifting/transferring Able to lift 25 pounds from floor to waist using proper body mechanics Able to transfer or position clients greater than 50 pounds with assistance or assistive devices Requesting assistance is expected Pushing/pulling Required in positioning and moving clients and medical equipment. Pushing required performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Stooping/kneeling/reaching Considerable twisting bending stooping kneeling and reaching during many aspects of clients care (bathing making beds setting up and monitoring medical equipment) Motor coordination and manual dexterity Able to use one or both hands for grasping pushing/pulling and fine maculation to perform procedures Tactile sensation Able to feel vibrations temperature changes and pulses Eyesight/vision Near acuity: clarity of vision at 20 inches or less; with 20/40 vision or better with or without correction. Far acuity: clarity of vision at 20 feet or more; with 20/40 vision or better with or without correction Able to accurately read labels and prepare medications. Read written communication and monitor medical equipment findings. Temperament Ability to adapt to continually changing environment Able to accept constructive criticism and accept own limits Emotional and mental stability needed to maintain a therapeutic relationship with clients families and health team members. Hearing Must be able to hear a forced whisper at 5 ft. I certify that I am able to perform the essential duties and physical/mental functions listed above and possess the required skills knowledge training education and experience outlined above. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at will employment relationship. Employee Signature Print Name Date
Shift: 1830-0700; holiday and weekend rotation
Specialty Type: Nursing
Sub Specialties: Emergency Room Nurse
General Certifications: General Certifications(PALSBLS/BCLSACLS); Nursing Certifications(CPI )Please CLICK HERE to view details.
Employment Type
Full-time
