CMA Outpatient
FHN

MEDICAL ASSISTANT - LANARK

FHN Lanark, IL
Job Summary Works collaboratively and proactively with other members of the healthcare team to coordinate and facilitate patient care. The job incumbent is a multi-skilled staff member who is able to perform clerical and clinical duties as directed by the provider, leader, and/or RN. The job profile encompasses a multitude of tasks that contribute to the efficient operations of the healthcare practice. Key public relations position which will involve dealing with patient’s complaints and concerns. Medical Assistants may be asked to perform in a dual role to include clinical responsibilities and documentation support for physicians. Responsibilities include the preparation and assembly of medical record applications, organizing healthcare data to provide enhanced patient services, promoting preventative care, and the efficiency of clinical care. Job Responsibilities Focuses communications in patient/customer care, business operations, and/or topics to create a positive work environment. Schedules testing for patients (labs, referrals, appointments, etc.), providing appropriate patient education as delegated, ensuring completion of appropriate paperwork including but not limited to waivers, pre-certifications, and referrals as applicable. Understands and is able to perform functions related to computer programs, telecommunications equipment and other required technology. Maintains neat appearance of work area, patient care area and waiting area conducting light housekeeping as needed. Provides superior, individualized customer service for patients, families and other visitors. Proactively works to identify and resolve patient concerns and refers to appropriate party if necessary. Assists with preparing charts for patient visit. Distributes diagnostic reports to appropriate staff members. Systematically collects focused data including vital signs, pain rating, pertinent history, and reason for visit, advance directive review, allergies, accurate medication list, and other information as identified by the specialty or patient needs utilizing approved abbreviations. Assists provider with exams, minor procedures or treatments obtaining appropriate consent(s) as needed. Performs and maintains competency for all point of care clinical testing required for that department including collection and processing of specimens. Provides education materials to patient, as directed by the provider or registered nurse. Prepares and administers medication as directed by the provider within scope of certification, competency and FHN policies and procedures. Displays competency for the Medical Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards, policies and procedures. Provides back up support for Patient Service Representative (PSR) according to the PSR job description. Provides age/culturally appropriate care as delegated. Assists with maintaining just in time inventory of supplies and medications and consults with appropriate staff as needed. Utilizes appropriate techniques in cleaning equipment, work area, and exam rooms. Uses proper processes for reporting malfunction of equipment and takes out of service as needed. Works with the healthcare team to ensure medical information is present at the time of visit. Serves as a patient advocate, proactively working to identify and resolve patient concerns while practicing within FHN policies and procedures. Performs any and/or all duties within scope of practice. Other duties may be assigned. Requirements Education: Medical Assistant Certificate, Diploma or Associate’s Degree from accredited program. Required Experience : Minimum 6 – 12 months experience as a Medical Assistant preferred. FHN externship or apprenticeship counts as work experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified as CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA or eligible for certification. Certification must be obtained within 6 months from date of MA program completion. The individual will have two (2) opportunities to successfully complete the national examination. If the medical assistant fails to pass the national examination and is unable to secure certification, they will be removed from the Medical Assistant role. BLS Certification Physical Requirements: Activity Never Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Bending/Stooping X Climbing X Keyboard Data Entry X Kneeling X Reaching X Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements X Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements X Running X Sitting X Squatting X Standing X Walking X Lifting/Carrying (Non-Patient) 0 – 25 lbs. X 25 – 75 lbs. X Over 75 lbs. X Lifting/Carrying (Patient) Less than 25 lbs. X 25 – 50 lbs. X 50 – 75 lbs. X 75 – 100 lbs. X Over 100 lbs. X Pushing/Pulling 0 – 25 lbs. X 25 – 75 lbs. X Over 75 lbs. X Populations Served While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate (< 30 days) Infant (< 1 year old) Early Childhood (1 year and < 5 years old) Late Childhood (5 years and < 13 years old) Adolescent (13 and < 17 years old) Young Adult (17 to < 30 years old) Middle Adult (30 years to < 60 years old) Older Adult (> 60 years old)
CNA Med-Surg Full-time
FHN

CNA - MED SURG

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Responsibilities for delegated patient care activities under the direction of licensed professionals, for an identified patient population. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Provide activities of daily living- feeding, hygiene, bed making, and ambulation. Restocking of supplies- Specimen collection Perform diagnostic measures of BGM and 12-lead EKG. Therapeutic measures- vital signs, cold/heat therapies, etc. Responds to customer requests/concerns. Displays competency for the Certified Nurse Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. Other duties may be assigned. Machine/Equipment/Software Usage Electric Lift, Manual Lift, Sit/Stand lift Daily EKG Machine Daily Blood Glucose Monitoring Equipment Daily Electric beds, Bed Scales, Bed and Chair Alarms Daily AE & Cryo Cuffs Daily Bladder Scanner Daily Cardiac Monitor Daily Requirements Education: Successfully completed CNA course and BLS required Required Experience: . and zero to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Certification Required. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE - OB

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and zero to years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
CNA Med-Surg
FHN

CNA I - MED SURG

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Responsibilities for delegated patient care activities under the direction of licensed professionals, for an identified patient population. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Provide activities of daily living- feeding, hygiene, bed making, and ambulation. Restocking of supplies- Specimen collection Perform diagnostic measures of BGM and 12-lead EKG. Therapeutic measures- vital signs, cold/heat therapies, etc. Responds to customer requests/concerns. Displays competency for the Certified Nurse Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. Other duties may be assigned. Machine/Equipment/Software Usage Electric Lift, Manual Lift, Sit/Stand lift Daily EKG Machine Daily Blood Glucose Monitoring Equipment Daily Electric beds, Bed Scales, Bed and Chair Alarms Daily AE & Cryo Cuffs Daily Bladder Scanner Daily Cardiac Monitor Daily Requirements Education: Successfully completed CNA course and BLS required Required Experience: . and zero to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Certification Required. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
CNA Telemetry
FHN

CNA - TELEMETRY

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Responsibilities for delegated patient care activities under the direction of licensed professionals, for an identified patient population. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Provide activities of daily living- feeding, hygiene, bed making, and ambulation. Restocking of supplies- Specimen collection Perform diagnostic measures of BGM and 12-lead EKG. Therapeutic measures- vital signs, cold/heat therapies, etc. Responds to customer requests/concerns. Displays competency for the Certified Nurse Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. Other duties may be assigned. Machine/Equipment/Software Usage Electric Lift, Manual Lift, Sit/Stand lift Daily EKG Machine Daily Blood Glucose Monitoring Equipment Daily Electric beds, Bed Scales, Bed and Chair Alarms Daily AE & Cryo Cuffs Daily Bladder Scanner Daily Cardiac Monitor Daily Requirements Education: Successfully completed CNA course and BLS required Required Experience: . and zero to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Certification Required. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
CNA Med-Surg
FHN

CNA I - MED SURG

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Responsibilities for delegated patient care activities under the direction of licensed professionals, for an identified patient population. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Provide activities of daily living- feeding, hygiene, bed making, and ambulation. Restocking of supplies- Specimen collection Perform diagnostic measures of BGM and 12-lead EKG. Therapeutic measures- vital signs, cold/heat therapies, etc. Responds to customer requests/concerns. Displays competency for the Certified Nurse Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. Other duties may be assigned. Machine/Equipment/Software Usage Electric Lift, Manual Lift, Sit/Stand lift Daily EKG Machine Daily Blood Glucose Monitoring Equipment Daily Electric beds, Bed Scales, Bed and Chair Alarms Daily AE & Cryo Cuffs Daily Bladder Scanner Daily Cardiac Monitor Daily Requirements Education: Successfully completed CNA course and BLS required Required Experience: . and zero to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Certification Required. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN OB/GYN Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE WEEKEND PROGRAM - OBSTETRICS

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and zero to years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE - OB

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and zero to years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
CNA Hospice Hospice
FHN

CNA - HOSPICE

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Responsibilities for delegated patient care activities under the direction of licensed professionals, for an identified patient population. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Provide activities of daily living- feeding, hygiene, bed making, and ambulation. Restocking of supplies- Specimen collection Perform diagnostic measures of BGM and 12-lead EKG. Therapeutic measures- vital signs, cold/heat therapies, etc. Responds to customer requests/concerns. Displays competency for the Certified Nurse Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. Other duties may be assigned. Machine/Equipment/Software Usage Electric Lift, Manual Lift, Sit/Stand lift Daily EKG Machine Daily Blood Glucose Monitoring Equipment Daily Electric beds, Bed Scales, Bed and Chair Alarms Daily AE & Cryo Cuffs Daily Bladder Scanner Daily Cardiac Monitor Daily Requirements Education: Successfully completed CNA course and BLS required Required Experience: . and zero to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Certification Required. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN ER Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary Sign-on bonus available. The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and zero to years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN Outpatient Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE PRACTICE - SURGERY

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary Delivers professional nursing care to patients and their families utilizing the nursing process in conjunction with evidence based practice, using a holistic approach. Displays a commitment to excellent customer service, critical thinking, technical and interpersonal skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Incorporates a positive team approach to serve as a liaison between physician office and other members of the healthcare team. Key public relations position which will involve patient's compliments and concerns. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Focuses communications on patient/customer care, business operations, and/or topics to create a positive work environment. Proactively works to identify and resolve patient concerns and refers to appropriate party if necessary. Conducts and documents (utilizing approved abbreviations) nursing assessments of the patient using critical thinking skills and nursing judgement. Using data collected, develops the nursing plan including: Identifying priorities in the nursing plan Setting realistic and measurable goals Prescribing nursing interventions Implements the nursing plan through giving and delegating patient care. Prioritizes data collection activities based on the patient's immediate condition or anticipated needs of the patient or situation. Using telecommunication, is able to collect patient information using critical thinking skills to determine priority of call. Utilizes problem-solving skills and collaborates with other healthcare providers as needed to develop a plan of care with patient/caller. Performs and maintains competency for all point of care clinical testing required for that department, including collection and processing of specimens. Using nursing assessment and critical thinking skills, collaborates with provider in assisting with procedures and treatments, obtaining appropriate consent(s) as needed. Determines educational needs of patient and/or caregiver, utilizes resources as appropriate, implements and evaluates retention of education, and documents accordingly. Prepares and administers medications/treatments as ordered by the provider within scope of practice while following FHN policies and procedures and documents the same. Monitors, maintains (checking for outdates), and orders adequate medication and supplies to deliver patient care as applicable. Communicates diagnostic test results and provides education as needed to patients upon provider orders and documents the same. Ensures appropriate techniques are utilized in cleaning equipment, work area and exam rooms. Uses proper processes for reporting malfunction of equipment and takes out of service as needed. Documents all nursing interventions and patient responses to care. Schedules testing for patients (labs, referrals, appointments), providing appropriate patient education, ensures completion of appropriate paperwork, including but not limited to, waivers, pre certifications, referrals, and disability forms as applicable. Continuously monitors office practice to identify opportunities for improving safety and quality of care. Assists with the implementation of evidence-based improvements into nursing clinical, organizational and professional practice. Collaborates with leadership to ensure adequate resources (staff, equipment, and supplies) are available to enhance the patient experience. Displays a professional, positive attitude as the informal leader in the office practice. Maintains neat appearance of work area, patient care area, and waiting area conducting light housekeeping as needed. Provides age/culturally appropriate, evidence-based care. Displays a competency for the Registered Nurse as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal utilizing the FHN PRIDE Standards. Provides superior, individualized customer service for patients, families and other visitors. Serves as a patient advocate, proactively working to identify and resolve patient concerns while practicing within FHN policies and procedures. Understands and is able to perform functions related to computer programs, telecommunication equipment, and other technology. Participates in activities to support FHN's mission, goals and strategic plan. Serves as a mentor or preceptor to coworkers displaying a positive nursing image and promoting a positive educational experience. Contributes to a positive, supportive, and healthy nursing work environment that is conducive to the education and professional growth of nursing staff and other healthcare providers. Applies the professional codes of ethics that ensures individual rights in all areas of practice, preserving patients' rights to confidentiality, privacy, and self-determination within legal, regulatory, and ethical parameters. Requirements Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program; two to five years related experience and/or training preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of CPT and ICD-9 coding, as well as knowledge of third party reimbursement regulations preferred. Required Experience: Must have ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced work environment. Must be flexible to the scheduling of work hours to meet the needs of the FHN which may include cross departmental functions. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS/AED certification required. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN ER Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE WEEKEND PROGRAM - EMERGENCY ROOM

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
CMA Outpatient Full-time
FHN

MEDICAL ASSISTANT - HIGHLAND VIEW

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary Works collaboratively and proactively with other members of the healthcare team to coordinate and facilitate patient care. The job incumbent is a multi-skilled staff member who is able to perform clerical and clinical duties as directed by the provider, leader, and/or RN. The job profile encompasses a multitude of tasks that contribute to the efficient operations of the healthcare practice. Key public relations position which will involve dealing with patient’s complaints and concerns. Medical Assistants may be asked to perform in a dual role to include clinical responsibilities and documentation support for physicians. Responsibilities include the preparation and assembly of medical record applications, organizing healthcare data to provide enhanced patient services, promoting preventative care, and the efficiency of clinical care. Job Responsibilities Focuses communications in patient/customer care, business operations, and/or topics to create a positive work environment. Schedules testing for patients (labs, referrals, appointments, etc.), providing appropriate patient education as delegated, ensuring completion of appropriate paperwork including but not limited to waivers, pre-certifications, and referrals as applicable. Understands and is able to perform functions related to computer programs, telecommunications equipment and other required technology. Maintains neat appearance of work area, patient care area and waiting area conducting light housekeeping as needed. Provides superior, individualized customer service for patients, families and other visitors. Proactively works to identify and resolve patient concerns and refers to appropriate party if necessary. Assists with preparing charts for patient visit. Distributes diagnostic reports to appropriate staff members. Systematically collects focused data including vital signs, pain rating, pertinent history, and reason for visit, advance directive review, allergies, accurate medication list, and other information as identified by the specialty or patient needs utilizing approved abbreviations. Assists provider with exams, minor procedures or treatments obtaining appropriate consent(s) as needed. Performs and maintains competency for all point of care clinical testing required for that department including collection and processing of specimens. Provides education materials to patient, as directed by the provider or registered nurse. Prepares and administers medication as directed by the provider within scope of certification, competency and FHN policies and procedures. Displays competency for the Medical Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards, policies and procedures. Provides back up support for Patient Service Representative (PSR) according to the PSR job description. Provides age/culturally appropriate care as delegated. Assists with maintaining just in time inventory of supplies and medications and consults with appropriate staff as needed. Utilizes appropriate techniques in cleaning equipment, work area, and exam rooms. Uses proper processes for reporting malfunction of equipment and takes out of service as needed. Works with the healthcare team to ensure medical information is present at the time of visit. Serves as a patient advocate, proactively working to identify and resolve patient concerns while practicing within FHN policies and procedures. Performs any and/or all duties within scope of practice. Other duties may be assigned. Requirements Education: Medical Assistant Certificate, Diploma or Associate’s Degree from accredited program. Required Experience : Minimum 6 – 12 months experience as a Medical Assistant preferred. FHN externship or apprenticeship counts as work experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified as CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA or eligible for certification. Certification must be obtained within 6 months from date of MA program completion. The individual will have two (2) opportunities to successfully complete the national examination. If the medical assistant fails to pass the national examination and is unable to secure certification, they will be removed from the Medical Assistant role. BLS Certification Physical Requirements: Activity Never Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Bending/Stooping X Climbing X Keyboard Data Entry X Kneeling X Reaching X Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements X Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements X Running X Sitting X Squatting X Standing X Walking X Lifting/Carrying (Non-Patient) 0 – 25 lbs. X 25 – 75 lbs. X Over 75 lbs. X Lifting/Carrying (Patient) Less than 25 lbs. X 25 – 50 lbs. X 50 – 75 lbs. X 75 – 100 lbs. X Over 100 lbs. X Pushing/Pulling 0 – 25 lbs. X 25 – 75 lbs. X Over 75 lbs. X Populations Served While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate (< 30 days) Infant (< 1 year old) Early Childhood (1 year and < 5 years old) Late Childhood (5 years and < 13 years old) Adolescent (13 and < 17 years old) Young Adult (17 to < 30 years old) Middle Adult (30 years to < 60 years old) Older Adult (> 60 years old) While performing this job, the employee does not care for patients in the following age groups. No direct responsibility to treat or care for patients Serves patients in areas other than direct patient care
RN ER Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE WEEKEND PROGRAM - EMERGENCY ROOM

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN ER Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE - EMERGENCY ROOM

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Sign-on award available. Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and zero to years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE - CATH LAB

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Job Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department. Populations Served The age-specific populations with which the job incumbent interacts: Neonate (< 30 days) Infant (< 1 year old) Early Childhood (1 year and < 5 years old) Late Childhood (5 years and < 13 years old) Adolescent (13 and < 17 years old) Young Adult (17 to < 30 years old) Middle Adult (30 years to < 60 years old) Older Adult (> 60 years old) Serves patients in areas other than direct patient care
Student Nurse ER Temporary
FHN

NURSE INTERN- EMERGENCY ROOM

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The Nurse Intern is a member of the FHN healthcare team and is under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse. Assisting in the delivery of holistic, compassionate, individualized, effective, and quality patient care and customer satisfaction by supporting the patient in activities of daily living, as well as, other physical, emotional and spiritual needs consistent with the Mission of FHN, Vision of Patient Care Services, evidence-based standards of care and established policies and procedures. Job Responsibilities POSITION EXPECTATIONS : Function in an assistive role under the supervision of the Registered Nurse retaining accountability for one's own actions and behaviors. Carry out the FHN Mission and promulgate the Vision of Patient Care Services. Continuously seek out opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative problem solving. Support and participate in shared leadership and interdisciplinary care. Demonstrate ethical conduct and practice consistent with the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (2001). Contribute to the positive image of the nursing profession and enhance the culture of the organization by modeling professional behavior both in the organization and in the community. Personally adhere to the FHN PRIDE Standards & Expectations and Service Excellence Standards. Serve as a mentor to other students and nursing assistants. Embrace change and lifelong learning, taking personal accountability to seek out experiences that enhance the ability to maintain skills and competence in clinical practice and role performance. Seek feedback concerning one's own practice. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: FHN supports a shared leadership philosophy and encourages nursing staff to demonstrate accountability for their own practice. The Nurse Intern reports to a Supervisor and/or Clinical Director, who in turn reports to the Vice President of Patient Care Services/ Chief Nursing Officer. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Observe collaborative nursing practice with an experienced nurse mentor and assume shared responsibility for a patient assignment. Have general knowledge of nursing theory, techniques and interventions. Exhibit high standards of ethical conduct, honesty and integrity at all times. Record and report information such as vital signs, intake and output, weigh and any behavioral changes to appropriate supervisory personnel. Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe environment for the patient & staff. Eliciting Pain Scale rating; obtaining vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure, no invasive monitoring measures). Proper handling and use of patient care equipment, including patient safety devices. Basic patient hygiene. Safe patient mobilization and transfer. Supporting mealtime activities; recording intake & output; accurately record height and weight. Proper handling of lab specimens; obtaining patient's blood sugar, performing blood glucose monitoring. Following infection control principles & specific precautions; Applying cardiac monitor and recording 12-lead EKG; Performing "downtime" procedures: restock rooms, answer call lights, checking on patients, meeting basic needs; Communicating patient care information and needs with nurse mentor; Documenting care and observations in the medical record; Meet regulatory education requirements; Respect the age-specific needs of the patient population served; Appropriately call and respond to emergencies; Hold BLS certification; Meet nurse intern competency requirements and unit -specific competencies upon hire and annually, as appropriate to the practice area. Job Requirements Education: Nurse Interns must be entering the senior year of a four-year baccalaureate program in nursing or last year of an associate degree program in nursing. Completed at least one acute care clinical rotation; anticipate graduation within one year after completion of the intern program; meet FHN job related health requirements; have an above-average academic record; and pass a criminal background check. A minimum of a high school education or GED equivalent is required. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS certification The age-specific populations with which the job incumbent interacts: No direct responsibility to treat or care for patients Neonate:
RN OR Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE - OPERATING ROOM

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and zero to years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN PACU Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE - RECOVERY ROOM

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and zero to years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN ER Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE - EMERGENCY ROOM

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary Sign-on bonus available. The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and zero to years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
CNA Telemetry Full-time
FHN

CNA - TELEMETRY

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Responsibilities for delegated patient care activities under the direction of licensed professionals, for an identified patient population. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Provide activities of daily living- feeding, hygiene, bed making, and ambulation. Restocking of supplies- Specimen collection Perform diagnostic measures of BGM and 12-lead EKG. Therapeutic measures- vital signs, cold/heat therapies, etc. Responds to customer requests/concerns. Displays competency for the Certified Nurse Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. Other duties may be assigned. Machine/Equipment/Software Usage Electric Lift, Manual Lift, Sit/Stand lift Daily EKG Machine Daily Blood Glucose Monitoring Equipment Daily Electric beds, Bed Scales, Bed and Chair Alarms Daily AE & Cryo Cuffs Daily Bladder Scanner Daily Cardiac Monitor Daily Requirements Education: Successfully completed CNA course and BLS required Required Experience: . and zero to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Certification Required. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
CNA Med-Surg Full-time
FHN

CNA - MED SURG

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Responsibilities for delegated patient care activities under the direction of licensed professionals, for an identified patient population. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Provide activities of daily living- feeding, hygiene, bed making, and ambulation. Restocking of supplies- Specimen collection Perform diagnostic measures of BGM and 12-lead EKG. Therapeutic measures- vital signs, cold/heat therapies, etc. Responds to customer requests/concerns. Displays competency for the Certified Nurse Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. Other duties may be assigned. Machine/Equipment/Software Usage Electric Lift, Manual Lift, Sit/Stand lift Daily EKG Machine Daily Blood Glucose Monitoring Equipment Daily Electric beds, Bed Scales, Bed and Chair Alarms Daily AE & Cryo Cuffs Daily Bladder Scanner Daily Cardiac Monitor Daily Requirements Education: Successfully completed CNA course and BLS required Required Experience: . and zero to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Certification Required. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
CNA Telemetry Full-time
FHN

CNA - TELEMETRY

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Responsibilities for delegated patient care activities under the direction of licensed professionals, for an identified patient population. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Provide activities of daily living- feeding, hygiene, bed making, and ambulation. Restocking of supplies- Specimen collection Perform diagnostic measures of BGM and 12-lead EKG. Therapeutic measures- vital signs, cold/heat therapies, etc. Responds to customer requests/concerns. Displays competency for the Certified Nurse Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. Other duties may be assigned. Machine/Equipment/Software Usage Electric Lift, Manual Lift, Sit/Stand lift Daily EKG Machine Daily Blood Glucose Monitoring Equipment Daily Electric beds, Bed Scales, Bed and Chair Alarms Daily AE & Cryo Cuffs Daily Bladder Scanner Daily Cardiac Monitor Daily Requirements Education: Successfully completed CNA course and BLS required Required Experience: . and zero to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Certification Required. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
RN ICU Full-time
FHN

REGISTERED NURSE - ICU

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary Sign-on award available. The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Coordinates and provides nursing care to identified patient population. Delegation, critical thinking and problem solving skills are utilized to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Job Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Accountable for accurate and timely medication administration. Interacts with physicians via rounds, procedures, and telephone interactions. Acknowledges orders electronically. Completes admission assessments. Develops nursing care plan based on objective and subjective patient information. Responsible for patient assessments being completed. Performs care rounds on each patient/family. Advises and mentors colleagues, including the teaching and supervising of nursing students. Relates with nursing service office regarding staffing needs. Demonstrates skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates competencies in accordance with specific performance standards. Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Coordinates all aspects of patient care and outcomes as related to medication administration, education, therapeutic modalities, assessments, diagnostics, development and revision of care plans. Delegates to team members. Provides patient education directly or through delegation. Assures psychosocial needs are addressed. Assists with utilization/health management facilitating discharges. Participates in activities to support Network strategic objectives. Displays competency for the Registered Nurse role as evidenced in the annual performance review and departmental skill validations. Plans, monitors and evaluates the work of others. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree (A.D.N.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with a BSN preferred, or graduate from an accredited RN program; and zero to years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification required. ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification may be required depending on department Physical Demands: The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with accommodations or with assistance. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate:
CNA Med-Surg
FHN

CNA - MED SURG

FHN Freeport, IL
Job Summary The delivery system practiced at FHN Memorial Hospital employs the concepts of differentiated nursing incorporating the PRIDE Standards as set forth by FHN. Responsibilities for delegated patient care activities under the direction of licensed professionals, for an identified patient population. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates clinical competency in providing age specific care to patients in designated areas of practice. Provide activities of daily living- feeding, hygiene, bed making, and ambulation. Restocking of supplies- Specimen collection Perform diagnostic measures of BGM and 12-lead EKG. Therapeutic measures- vital signs, cold/heat therapies, etc. Responds to customer requests/concerns. Displays competency for the Certified Nurse Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. Other duties may be assigned. Machine/Equipment/Software Usage Electric Lift, Manual Lift, Sit/Stand lift Daily EKG Machine Daily Blood Glucose Monitoring Equipment Daily Electric beds, Bed Scales, Bed and Chair Alarms Daily AE & Cryo Cuffs Daily Bladder Scanner Daily Cardiac Monitor Daily Requirements Education: Successfully completed CNA course and BLS required Required Experience: . and zero to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Certification Required. Populations Served: While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups. Neonate: