Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Olney, Illinois
Carle Health - 800 E Locust St ,

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Location: Olney, Illinois
Employment Type: Clinical Nursing
Shift: Night
Hours: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to a group of patients during a designated time frame. Responsibilities include patient assessment, development and implementation of care plans, documentation, and ensuring patient and staff safety within the Emergency Department (ED).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with providers, patients, and families.
• Implement and modify nursing interventions based on continuous evaluation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of nursing care.
• Ensure patient and staff safety by identifying and addressing safety hazards.
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients, families, and visitors to promote a healing environment.
• Provide constructive feedback to peers and engage in professional development.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Current certifications issued by the American Heart Association:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• ECRN (Certified Emergency Communications RN)
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of nursing experience specifically in Emergency Department or critical care settings.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.

Additional Information

• This position requires working night shifts with 12-hour durations.
• The role emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and continuous professional growth.