Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Anderson Hospital
Maryville, IL

Registered Nurse - Intermediate Med Unit (Stepdown)- FT NIGHTS (43539)

* $12,000 Sign On Bonus for New Grads* * $15,000 Sign On Bonus for Experienced RN's* Position Title: Registered Nurse Department: Nursing, ICU/IMU Reports to: Nursing Director Job Summary: Provides safe and effective delivery of patient care, utilizing a systems theory approach, through assessment, goal setting, and outcome evaluation. Will practice within the parameters of the Illinois Nursing and Advanced Practice Nursing Act and Anderson Hospital policies and procedures. Practices autonomously and in accordance with professional nursing standards, providing care to primarily adult and geriatric populations. Performance expectations are defined in the competency evaluation. Service and Quality Standards: * Service Is Customer focused Anticipates customer needs Adheres to customer service standards Is Competent, caring and compassionate Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior to customers and coworkers * People Is conversation conscious Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information Is positive in interactions with others Is courteous and respectful Promotes a harassment free environment Inspires the trust of others Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest. * Quality Is excellent in patient care and service Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback Is safety conscious Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives Is involved with improvement efforts Supports performance improvement Seeks ways to improve systems and services Shows commitment to improvement efforts Meets mandatory educational requirements * Growth Is a loyal ambassador Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision Is active and involved Supports hospital initiatives Champions innovation and supports change Is a positive role model Fosters team cooperation * Finance Is a good steward of hospital resources Develops/uses efficient work methods Is cost effective Conserves organizational resources Job Responsibilities: * Completes mandatory educational requirements in a timely manner. * Supports the Patients Bill of Rights by respecting cultural, religious and ethical diversity. * Responds appropriately to alarms, hospital Code's and safety issues, including required documentation. * Effectively utilizes nursing process to ensure optimal nursing care and patient outcomes. * Engages in activities to expand and / or enhance the professional nursing role, which includes integration of research and evidence based practices. * Provides leadership and autonomy in the professional practice setting and the profession. * Provides age-appropriate and population specific patient care in a safe, skillful, accurate and efficient manner to adult and geriatric populations. * Assess patient and family learning needs and provides ongoing education and evaluation. Documents readiness to learn, teaching, barriers and outcomes. * Completes documentation accurately and in a timely manner according to hospital policies and procedures * Maintain knowledge of Hospital policies and procedures. * Demonstrate flexibility to meet staffing needs of the department. * Maintain education requirements by participating in continuing professional education activities. Education Requirements and Other Requirements: Education Level: Graduate of an accredited nursing program Certification/Licensure: Illinois licensed or eligible. BLS certification requires Experience Requirements: Minimum of 1 year experience in telemetry/critical care preferred. It is a Requirement to complete the following within 1 year of hire: * ACLS certification * EKG test * Critical Care Class/85% Passing Grade on Test * Moderate Sedation- Required to complete annual moderate sedation testing. Applicant will be required to complete orientation and annual competency standards as outlined by hospital policies and unit standards. Working Conditions: Exposure Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them, care Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks. Qualifications n/a