Registered Nurse - Er

Position Summary: The registered nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patients’ status, plan of care, and goal achievement. Care is provided in a compassionate, professional, ethical, and knowledgeable fashion based on the Caring Model, exemplifies the mission, vision and values of Rush Copley, and is in accordance with policies and procedures. The registered nurse is expected to uphold the most ethical and safe processes while keeping the care of the patient as a top priority. The position works closely with the entire multidisciplinary team and must have a complete understanding of own limitations and, in turn, seek advice, judgment and support of others, when necessary.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• TNCC required within 12 months of employment.
• PALS and/or ENPC required within 12 months of employment.
• License: Current state of Illinois Registered Nurse license required.
• Certifications: CPR required
• ACLS required within 3 months of employment.
• Experience: Previous ED experience preferred
• Special Skills: Strong role model skills to effectively assist unit staff and physicians
• Permission to give moderate sedation under the supervision of the ordering physician
• Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing required, Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred. For hires or transfers on/after 8/1/2013, must attain a BSN within 5 years of hire/transfer date.
• TNS, based on experience
• NIHSS required
• CEN preferred
• ECRN required, based on availability of classes

Location: Rush Copley Medical Center · Emergency Room
Schedule: Full-time, Third shift, 6p-6a with every third weekend