RN - Med/Surg
Urbana, Illinois
Carle Foundation Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg

Location: Urbana, Illinois
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced
Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (Days)
Contract Length: Approximately 13 weeks

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to a group of patients during assigned shifts. Responsibilities include utilizing the nursing process, current nursing trends, technology, and resources to deliver quality patient care within institutional guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all unit-specific nursing duties within the scope of practice.
• Conduct initial patient assessments upon admission and develop individualized care plans based on patient and family needs.
• Implement and modify nursing interventions and patient care procedures as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of nursing care to support healthcare team communication.
• Ensure patient and employee safety by identifying and addressing hazards and incidents.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and patients to resolve issues and promote professional development.
• Delegate tasks to healthcare team members and validate completion throughout the shift.
• Administer medications following the "5 Rights": right patient, medication, route, dose, and time.
• Prioritize patient safety measures including fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation protocols, and safe ambulation.
• Respond promptly to patient call lights and requests, ensuring effective triage and care.
• Use critical thinking and nursing judgment to monitor and act on changes in patient condition.
• Facilitate efficient admission and discharge processes, especially for Observation status patients.
• Promote a positive work environment and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois.
• Minimum of 1 year of Med/Surg nursing experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Additional Information

• This position involves working in a medical-surgical unit.
• The role requires strong documentation skills and adherence to unit standards.
• Emphasis on patient safety, communication, and teamwork is essential.