Nursing Jobs in St. Charles, IL
$80,000 - $100,000 / year
** INFUSION NURSE (RN) ** Elgin, IL Area ** SUMMARY: The Infusion Nurse reports to the Director of Nursing and is responsible for providing infusions. The infusion nurse is responsible for ensuring that care is delivered appropriately, and the standards of quality are adhered to. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform care as defined by client’s individual Plan of Care and within scope of state’s nurse practice act. • Monitor patient’s condition and notify appropriate personnel of any changes. • Provide those services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill. • Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws. • Counsels the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs. • Preforms all other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. • Registered Nurse with a current unencumbered state license. • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. • Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. • Must be knowledgeable of nursing & medical practices & procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities. • Current CPR Certification is required. • Experience in Long Term Care is preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday • Must be able to speak and write the English language • Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position • Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet • May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. $94,000 - $158,000 / year
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Works with the Facility Manager, facility staff and physician to coordinate the facility operations and patient procedures to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with organization policies, procedures and training. Provides nursing support to patients and staff. Assist with staffing, staff training, equipment, physician and patient relations, cost containment, supply management, medical records, patient billing, OSHA and all company, state and federal compliance. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for supporting and driving Organization quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of Organization CQI tools. Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the organization quality goals, by working with the Vice President of Quality and other organization management to ensure that organization/ASC policies and procedures are followed. Responsible for aggressively addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds. Complies with all data collections and auditing activities and maintains integrity of medical records and other organization administrative and operational records. Supervises and directs facility staff in providing safe and effective vascular access procedures to patients in compliance with standards outlined in the facility policy and procedures manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the company, federal and state agencies. Assigns and delegates tasks to all direct patient care staff, including Staff RNs, Radiology Technologists, Front Desk Coordinator. Ensures adequate staffing through daily management of staff's schedule, including breaks. Assess daily patient needs and develop/distribute patient care assignments appropriately. Routinely monitors patient care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to facility policy and procedures and assist as necessary. Recommends and initiates disciplinary action in conjunction with the Facility Manager. Assists Facility Manager with staff performance evaluations. Participates in selection, orientation and training of staff as assigned. Performs and sets-up in-services regarding equipment, supplies and clinical for all staff. Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge. Ensures patients and patient's families are educated regarding pre and post procedure care of vascular access. Ensures patient's procedures are scheduled in a timely manner and the facility capacity is utilized efficiently. As needed, assist with patient workflow, including providing direct patient care and monitoring pre, intra and post procedure. Oversees and ensures accurate and complete documentation of patient treatments from admission to discharge. Confirms written orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions, delivery to appropriate labs, reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician. Assumes primary responsibility in an emergency situation and must maintain competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiate CPR and emergency measures as needed. Administers medications and IV conscious sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with company, federal, state and local regulations. Attends and participates in Governing Body and CQI meetings with physicians, assisting with meeting agenda and gathering of data/material for meetings and reporting on assigned topics. Ensures appropriate operation of facility equipment and technology, including but not limited, patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices and computers. Maintains a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the entire vascular access facility at all times through regular inspection of facility equipment and operation systems, reporting any malfunctions or maintenance issues. Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to the organization Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies. Participates in cost control initiatives. Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in the organization formularies. Assists in the development and revision of any applicable policies and procedures for the facility as directed to ensure continuous process improvement. Initiates, documents and completes ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and attend meetings as required. Manages medications, including ordering, receiving, and inventory control and checking for expired medications, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law. Oversees maintenance of usage logs for all medications with appropriate documentation, as well as, records of drug disposal. Communicates with the pharmacist to assure medication accuracy, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law. Ensures medical records are accurate, complete and in compliance with organization policies and procedures prior to discharge of the patient. Performs chart audits on a regular basis. Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified. Verifies records for all implanted devices are completed accurately, timely and maintained according to records management guidelines. Acts as the Facility Manager in the absence of the manager or at the direction of organization management. Appointed Governing Body positions, takes on primary role of certain position or oversees staff delegated to positions. Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding patient information and medical records. Maintain CLIA license with Facility Administrator. Other duties as assigned, within the scope of practice and state regulations. Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. SUPERVISION: Facility direct patient care staff (Staff RNs, LPNs, Radiology Technologist, Surgical , Front Desk Coordinator) EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.) Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification. ASC certification preferred EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: Minimum of three years' experience preferred in an Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access Lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional Radiology and ICU/CCU experience. Minimum of three years of Interventional Radiology, scrub experience preferred. Supervisory or management experience within a medical or vascular access environment preferred. Proficiency with the Microsoft office suite is necessary. Experience with Medical database software. Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership and supervision of facility personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients. Good communication skills - verbal and written. Certified in BLS & ACLS successfully completed course certifications. The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Annual Rate: $94000 - $158000 Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors 
$120,000 - $140,000 / year
As a dedicated and compassionate leader, we seek a talented Director of Nursing to join our esteemed team. This challenging yet rewarding role demands a highly skilled and experienced professional who can effectively manage and lead our nursing team to deliver exceptional care to our residents. Responsibilities: Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the overall operations of the Nursing Services department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations. Interprets and communicates policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation. Participates in all admission decisions. Participates in daily or weekly management team meetings to discuss census changes, resident changes in status, complaints or concerns. Evaluates work performance of all nursing personnel and implements discipline according to operational policies Requirements A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university. Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a nursing home or other related health care facility. Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Illinois Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care. Current CPR certification. strong leadership abilities, take charge attitude. Why Join Us: This opportunity comes with a competitive salary, full optional benefits, and unlimited PTO! As a member of our team, you'll enjoy a supportive and dynamic work environment that prioritizes teamwork, professional growth, and resident satisfaction. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care and leading by example, we invite you to apply for this extraordinary opportunity. Join us today and start making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents! Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. 
