Med Surg RN
Peoria, Illinois
Carle Health Methodist Hospital

RN Med/Surg 6C

Location: Peoria, Illinois Employment Type: Clinical-Nursing Unit: Med/Surg 6C Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Night (7pm-7:30am), 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week

Role Overview

The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver responsible for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN provides care using the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, and financial and human resources, consistent with the institution's philosophy.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all responsibilities and duties required by the unit within the scope of service
• Implement procedures and theories related to the area of practice
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date nursing documentation for the healthcare team
• Complete initial patient assessments on admission and develop plans of care based on patient and family needs
• Implement and modify plans of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures based on continuous evaluation
• Take responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and correcting hazards and incidents
• Communicate with others to resolve issues, offer constructive feedback to peers, and identify and pursue own learning needs
• Fulfill all departmental competency requirements

Required Qualifications

• Valid Illinois RN license in good standing
• Minimum of 3 years of Med/Surg nursing experience
• Med/Surg nursing experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing