Registered Nurse, Staff

OVERVIEW
Provides comprehensive nursing care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation while administering medications and treatments and developing individualized care plans. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, promotes patient safety and education, and supports quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and ongoing professional development.

In addition to the base salary we offer an extra $2 hourly for advanced level plus an extra $3 hourly for approved certifications.

SCHEDULE: 20-hours per week

SHIFT: Weekdays, flexible

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes the nursing process and critical thinking in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients. 

• Performs assessments, planning, intervention and evaluation of care 

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and state laws/practice act as required by care setting. 

• Ensures all documentation is accurate and comprehensive in accordance with the established standards of care for documentation at the system and entity levels. 

• Develops initiates and executes a patient plan of care according to the patient's individualized needs, as prescribed by the physician and/or hospital policy. Utilizes resources available to teach and support patient and family education. Provides education to the appropriate level of understanding. 

• Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, which may include shared governance. 

• Utilizes clinical expertise & guidance to other units/departments in support of the patient's longitudinal plan of care. Acts to resolve systems breakdowns and engages self and others in providing solutions 

• Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience, manages complex situations and delegates to other staff appropriately. Escalates to the appropriate chain of command as needed. 

• Positively influences the professional and organizational environments and shared governance. 

• Engages in personal development and supports system-entity opportunities for continuous learning and growth including developing or revising evidence based practice guidelines. 

• Supports and participates in peer review and peer feedback opportunities. 

• Participates in the professional nursing continuum 

• Clinic and Ambulatory RN's will maintain timely flow of patients, in addition to responding to telephone calls and performs telephone triage of patients. 

• Illinois: 10 hours of continued education (as required for IL licensure) 

CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:   

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.  

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.  

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.  

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.   

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.  

• ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.  

• May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines) 

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

• Approved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days  

• Other certification(s) per unit requirements. For example : ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRP  

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

May include color blind test (per department guidelines)  

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.  

RN Hospital, RN Home Health and Hospice, RN Oncology: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.  

RN Clinic and Ambulatory RN's: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.  Level of Supervision  

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.   

SUPERVISES

Supervises nursing support staff as appropriate 

PAY RANGE:

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women