RN/LPN- Hospice
Licensed practical nurse job at Iroquois Memorial Hospital
What does it mean to be a team member at Iroquois Memorial Hospital? It means that the patient is truly at the center of everything we do. It means that the quest for excellence is not just a goal, but a given. It means building an environment where our providers and our employees can deliver the best in healthcare. It also means that each employee or volunteer is vital to the healing process, because we can only achieve the extraordinary together.
IMH offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and great work environment. If this sounds like a role that might be a good fit for you, please apply today and let's talk more about this opportunity.
Job Title: RN/LPN
Department: Hospice
Status: PRN
Schedule: As Needed
Summary/Objective
Provides high quality professional health care to patients of all ages in their home environment. Plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for patients and families.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Provides and directs comprehensive health care services to a caseload of patients of all ages and their families through direct care, supervision and interdisciplinary coordination.
* Performs comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments to patients/families. Uses assessment skills to determine patients physical and mental status and status of environmental and social support.
* Develops and modifies a plan of care for the patient and family based on a thorough assessment of problems, potential problems and the medical plan of treatment.
* Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating physical end of life care for the patient in coordination with the attending physician and members of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
* Plan nursing interventions that are consistent with the standard nursing practice.
* Identifies and assesses patient's/families' health and social problems, potential problem areas, needs and resources of individuals, families and significant others.
* Coordinates Hospice and interdepartmental services, medical care, community resources and resources within the home in developing the plan of care.
* Implements services and completes medical records in accordance with the care plan in compliance with the the third party regulators, certified Home Health requirements, IMH Hospice policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of nursing practice and all Federal, State and local laws/regulations.
* Teaches and demonstrates care to the patient/family, utilizing established, available patient education, principles, guidelines, and resources; assesses effectiveness of patient/family teaching toward fostering independence in self-care.
* Provides supervision to ancillary health care workers, including but not limited to, Iroquois Hospice aides, assuring appropriate implementation and follow through on the Plan of Treatment.
* Prepares, administers and documents medications and treatments as prescribed.
Education/Experience Requirements
* Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
* One year of experience.
* Positive attitude, good mental and physical health.
Licenses/Certifications
* Current state of Illinois RN/LPN license.
* CPR Certification.
Benefits
* 401K
* Paid Time Off
Iroquois Memorial Hospital is a 25 bed hospital located in Watseka, Illinois. The hospital facility is comprised of clinical and diagnostic services which are dedicated to providing high quality health care services to the community. These services include but are not limited to an Emergency Room, full service OR suites, an inpatient care unit, therapy services, advanced medical imaging, Home Health, and Hospice Care. The hospital operates rural health clinics in Watseka, IL, Gilman, IL, Milford, IL, Saint Anne, IL and Kentland, IN. The hospital also operates a skilled nursing facility, Iroquois Resident Home, which is attached to the hospital property.
RN/LPN- Hospice
Licensed practical nurse job at Iroquois Memorial Hospital
What does it mean to be a team member at Iroquois Memorial Hospital? It means that the patient is truly at the center of everything we do. It means that the quest for excellence is not just a goal, but a given. It means building an environment where our providers and our employees can deliver the best in healthcare. It also means that each employee or volunteer is vital to the healing process, because we can only achieve the extraordinary together.
IMH offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and great work environment. If this sounds like a role that might be a good fit for you, please apply today and let's talk more about this opportunity.
Job Title: Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse
Department: Hospice
Status: Part Time, Days
Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm, 24 hours per week +On Call Hours
Summary/Objective
Provides high quality professional health care to patients of all ages in their home environment. Plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for patients and families. We are currently seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-centered RN/LPN for our Hospice team. This position is a part time 24+ hours per week, generally 8:00 am-4:30 pm, with rotating on call hours. The ideal candidate possess a valid RN or LPN license, CPR certification, a great personality and caring heart. 1 years of Nursing experience is preferred. Being a part of this program is a very satisfying role which helps people and families experiencing the end of life. Come see what we do and become a part this strong, dynamic team.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Provides and directs comprehensive health care services to a caseload of patients of all ages and their families through direct care, supervision and interdisciplinary coordination.
* Performs comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments to patients/families. Uses assessment skills to determine patients physical and mental status and status of environmental and social support.
* Develops and modifies a plan of care for the patient and family based on a thorough assessment of problems, potential problems and the medical plan of treatment.
* Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating physical end of life care for the patient in coordination with the attending physician and members of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
* Plan nursing interventions that are consistent with the standard nursing practice.
* Identifies and assesses patient's/families' health and social problems, potential problem areas, needs and resources of individuals, families and significant others.
* Coordinates Hospice and interdepartmental services, medical care, community resources and resources within the home in developing the plan of care.
* Implements services and completes medical records in accordance with the care plan in compliance with the the third party regulators, certified Home Health requirements, IMH Hospice policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of nursing practice and all Federal, State and local laws/regulations.
* Teaches and demonstrates care to the patient/family, utilizing established, available patient education, principles, guidelines, and resources; assesses effectiveness of patient/family teaching toward fostering independence in self-care.
* Provides supervision to ancillary health care workers, including but not limited to, Iroquois Hospice aides, assuring appropriate implementation and follow through on the Plan of Treatment.
* Prepares, administers and documents medications and treatments as prescribed.
Experience/Education Requirements
* Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
* One year of experience.
* Positive attitude, good mental and physical health.
Licenses/Certifications
* Current state of Illinois RN/LPN license.
* CPR Certification.
Benefit
* 401K
* Paid Time Off
* On Call/Callback pay
Iroquois Memorial Hospital is a 25 bed hospital located in Watseka, Illinois. The hospital facility is comprised of clinical and diagnostic services which are dedicated to providing high quality health care services to the community. These services include but are not limited to an Emergency Room, full service OR suites, an inpatient care unit, therapy services, advanced medical imaging, Home Health, and Hospice Care. The hospital operates rural health clinics in Watseka, IL, Gilman, IL, Milford, IL, Saint Anne, IL and Kentland, IN. The hospital also operates a skilled nursing facility, Iroquois Resident Home, which is attached to the hospital property.
RN/LPN - Hoopeston Clinic
Hoopeston, IL jobs
Job Details Hoopeston, IL Full Time $29.00 - $47.00 HourlyDescription
The staff RN is a professional practitioner who functions as both a caregiver and care manager. In the caregiver role, the RN assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame implementing the Nursing Process and therapeutic use of self. In the dominant role of care manager, the RN directs and oversees the car of other caregivers (nurses and non-nurses) via delegation, coordination, supervision, validation, and evaluation.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs assessment and data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on the patient's physiologic and cognitive status.
2. Formulates or individualizes a predefined, goal consistent and continuous manner by utilization of and adherence to pre-determined standards which define the structure, process, and desired patient outcomes of nursing process.
3. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by self and by all health care team members. Also, evaluates contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in processing patients toward desired outcomes.
4. Demonstrates competency in select psychomotor skills adhering to predefined written procedures.
5. Identifies patient learning needs and readiness for learning. Implements patient/significant other instruction to meet self-care needs as defined in standards of care and patient teaching protocols.
6. Performs documentation responsibilities following all existing structure standards and guidelines for forms used in the Division of Nursing and specially assigned areas.
7. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient rights, as identified within the institution.
8. Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as identified in existing standards.
9. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
10. Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas of structure standards, patient care resources/references, protocols, pertinent drugs, standards of care, and significant lab values.
11. Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Practice Act.
12. Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
13. Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
14. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
15. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of professional practice and patient care and strives to manage situations in a reduced-risk manner.
16. Participates in development and attainment of unit and department of nursing goals.
17. Participates in development of standards at both the generic and unit specific levels, demonstrates an attitude of acceptance/importance of standards in all professional practice strives to achieve minimum compliance levels and uses "professional modification" measures with sound clinical judgment.
18. Actively involves self in Performance Improvement (PI) activities at the generic and unit levels through use of data sources and compliance peer review monitoring.
19. Demonstrates willingness and ability to effectively coordinate patient care/unit activities among nursing staff, physicians, and support services in both the care manager and "shift leader" role.
20. Demonstrates effective organization and priority settings abilities in using self, human, and material resources in a time oriented and cost containment manner.
21. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills by implementing existing communication methods (i.e. staff meetings, communication boards, etc.), and always attempting to receive and give information in a timely, concise, clear and positive manner.
22. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.
23. Demonstrates appropriate use of lines of authority in clinical and operational matters when seeking direction, validating self decision making, and resolving problematic issues.
24. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and in resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures in the division of nursing.
25. Demonstrates problem identification skills using existing PI tools/methods; demonstrates sound clinical and operational decision-making abilities based on current standards and resulting in prompt action/resolution.
26. Demonstrates an attitude of seeking knowledge and rationale for actions and shows ability to apply theory/data to the clinical settings.
Qualifications
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
2. Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
3. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift and to adroitly manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines.
4. Physical strength to perform CPR(bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300 pounds (with assistance) as often as 20 times per 8-12 hours and perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
5. Physical strength to perform the following lifting tasks:
• Floor to waist - 40 pounds
• 14” to waist - 50 pounds
• Waist to shoulder - 20 pounds
• Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds
• Carry 40 pounds for 30 feet
• Push 40 pounds/force for 30 feet
• Pull 40 pounds/force for 10 feet
6. Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
7. Communications/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
8. Emotional stability conducive to dealing with a high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients/SO, fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands and their families, and the demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Executive Director of Nursing
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. Graduation from NLN accredited school of nursing
2. Previous geriatric experience preferred.
3. Current Illinois licensure
4. Appropriate nursing practice/experience (in past 3 years), or evidence of successful refresher program.
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category I - Maximal Risk - this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise and the like.
2. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.
RN or LPN - Farmer City Clinic - Full Time
Farmer City, IL jobs
Job Details Farmer City, IL Full Time $29.00 - $45.00 HourlyDescription
The staff RN is a professional practitioner who functions as both a caregiver and care manager. In the caregiver role, the RN assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame implementing the Nursing Process and therapeutic use of self. In the dominant role of care manager, the RN directs and oversees the car of other caregivers (nurses and non-nurses) via delegation, coordination, supervision, validation, and evaluation.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs assessment and data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on the patient's physiologic and cognitive status.
2. Formulates or individualizes a predefined, goal consistent and continuous manner by utilization of and adherence to pre-determined standards which define the structure, process, and desired patient outcomes of nursing process.
3. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by self and by all health care team members. Also, evaluates contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in processing patients toward desired outcomes.
4. Demonstrates competency in select psychomotor skills adhering to predefined written procedures.
5. Identifies patient learning needs and readiness for learning. Implements patient/significant other instruction to meet self-care needs as defined in standards of care and patient teaching protocols.
6. Performs documentation responsibilities following all existing structure standards and guidelines for forms used in the Division of Nursing and specially assigned areas.
7. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient rights, as identified within the institution.
8. Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as identified in existing standards.
9. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
10. Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas of structure standards, patient care resources/references, protocols, pertinent drugs, standards of care, and significant lab values.
11. Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Practice Act.
12. Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
13. Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
14. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
15. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of professional practice and patient care and strives to manage situations in a reduced-risk manner.
16. Participates in development and attainment of unit and department of nursing goals.
17. Participates in development of standards at both the generic and unit specific levels, demonstrates an attitude of acceptance/importance of standards in all professional practice strives to achieve minimum compliance levels and uses "professional modification" measures with sound clinical judgment.
18. Actively involves self in Performance Improvement (PI) activities at the generic and unit levels through use of data sources and compliance peer review monitoring.
19. Demonstrates willingness and ability to effectively coordinate patient care/unit activities among nursing staff, physicians, and support services in both the care manager and "shift leader" role.
20. Demonstrates effective organization and priority settings abilities in using self, human, and material resources in a time oriented and cost containment manner.
21. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills by implementing existing communication methods (i.e. staff meetings, communication boards, etc.), and always attempting to receive and give information in a timely, concise, clear and positive manner.
22. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.
23. Demonstrates appropriate use of lines of authority in clinical and operational matters when seeking direction, validating self decision making, and resolving problematic issues.
24. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and in resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures in the division of nursing.
25. Demonstrates problem identification skills using existing PI tools/methods; demonstrates sound clinical and operational decision-making abilities based on current standards and resulting in prompt action/resolution.
26. Demonstrates an attitude of seeking knowledge and rationale for actions and shows ability to apply theory/data to the clinical settings.
Qualifications
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
2. Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
3. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift and to adroitly manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines.
4. Physical strength to perform CPR(bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300 pounds (with assistance) as often as 20 times per 8-12 hours and perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
5. Physical strength to perform the following lifting tasks:
• Floor to waist - 40 pounds
• 14” to waist - 50 pounds
• Waist to shoulder - 20 pounds
• Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds
• Carry 40 pounds for 30 feet
• Push 40 pounds/force for 30 feet
• Pull 40 pounds/force for 10 feet
6. Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
7. Communications/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
8. Emotional stability conducive to dealing with a high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients/SO, fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands and their families, and the demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Executive Director of Nursing
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. Graduation from NLN accredited school of nursing
2. Previous geriatric experience preferred.
3. Current Illinois licensure
4. Appropriate nursing practice/experience (in past 3 years), or evidence of successful refresher program.
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category I - Maximal Risk - this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise and the like.
2. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.
RN or LPN - Urology Clinic - Full Time
Gibson City, IL jobs
Job Details Gibson City, IL Full Time $25.00 - $45.00 HourlyDescription
Urology nurses triage and perform interventions per provider that affect the urological systems. They may focus on preventative medicine and patient education or assist with diagnostics, such as specialized tests per physician orders.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Urology nurses may take on a variety of roles. Nurses treat and educate patients in a clinic setting, keeping records of medical histories and performing diagnostics. They work with patients with postoperative rehabilitation. They are expected to utilize time management skills and prioritize tasks appropriately.
Performs assessment and data collection in an ongoing systematic manner, focusing on the patients physiologic and cognitive status.
Formulates or individualizes a predefined, goal consistent and continuous manner by utilization of and adherence to pre-determined standards which define the structure, process, and desired patient outcomes of nursing process.
Demonstrates competency in select psychomotor skills adhering to predefined written procedures.
Identifies patient learning needs and readiness for learning. Implements patients/significant other instruction to meet self-care needs as defined in standards of care and patient teaching protocols.
Performs documentation responsibilities following all existing structure standards and guidelines for forms used in the Division of Nursing and specialty assigned areas.
Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient rights as identified within the institution.
Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as identified in existing standards.
Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, performing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas and structure standards, patient care resources/references, protocols, pertinent drugs, standard of care, and significant lab values.
Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Practice Act.
Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of professional practice and patient care and strives to manage situations in reduced-risk manner.
Participates in development and attainment of unit and department of nursing goals.
Participates in development of standards at both the generic and unit specific levels, demonstrates an attitude of acceptance/importance of standards in all professional practice strives to achieve compliance levels and uses “professional modification” measures with sound clinical judgment.
Actively involves self in Performance Improvement (PI) activities at the generic and unit levels through use of data resources and compliance peer review monitoring.
Demonstrates willingness and ability to effectively coordinate patient care/unit activities among nursing staff, physicians, and support services in both the care manager and shift leader role.
Demonstrates effective organization and priority settings abilities in using self, human, and material resources in a time oriented and cost containment manner.
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills, receives and gives information in a timely, concise, clear, and positive manner.
Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.
Demonstrates appropriate use of lines of authority in clinical and operational matters when seeking direction, validating self-decision making, and resolving problematic issues.
Remains flexible in staffing patterns and in resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures in the division of nursing.
Demonstrates problem identification skills using PI tools/methods; demonstrates sound clinical and operational decision making abilities based on current standards and resulting in prompt action/resolution.
Demonstrates an attitude of seeking knowledge and rationale for actions and shows ability to apply theory/data to the clinical settings.
Can help the Urology technicians, CNA room and interview patients if needed.
Assist provider with procedures, such as cystoscopies, prostate biopsies, and Urodynamics.
Travel to satellite clinics as needed.
Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift.
Physical strength to perform CPR (bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300-pounds; perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
Physical strength to perform the following lifting demands:
Floor to waist - 40 pounds
14” to waist - 50 pounds
Waist to shoulder - 20 pounds
Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds
Carry 40 pounds for 30 feet
Push 40 pounds/force for 30 feet
Pull 40 pounds/force for 30 feet
Patient transfer with gait belt
Ability to push patient in wheelchair
Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
Communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
Emotional stability conductive to dealing with high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians, and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Department Manager, and the respective provider. .
Qualifications
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Clinical Skills, Bedside Manner, Infection Control, Nursing Skills, Physiological Knowledge, Administering Medication, Medical Teamwork, Multi-Tasking, Listening, Verbal Communication, Health Promotion and Maintenance.
Current Illinois licensure. Must be clinically LPN or RN.
Graduation from an approved nursing program.
Appropriate nursing practice/experience (within the past three years).
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category I-Maximal Risk-this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B Vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office environment.
Involves frequent contact with staff, patients, and the public.
Work may be stressful at times.
Contact may involve dealing with angry or upset people.
Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise, and the like.
Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment is used.
Rn/Lpn - Float Pool
Gibson City, IL jobs
Job Details Gibson City, IL Full Time $25.00 - $35.00 HourlyDescription
The staff RN/LPN is a professional practitioner who functions as both a caregiver and care manager. In the caregiver role, the RN/LPN assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame implementing the Nursing Process and therapeutic use of self. In the dominant role of care manager, the RN directs and oversees the car of other caregivers (nurses and non-nurses) via delegation, coordination, supervision, validation, and evaluation.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs assessment and data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on the patient's physiologic and cognitive status.
Formulates or individualizes a predefined, goal consistent and continuous manner by utilization of and adherence to pre-determined standards which define the structure, process, and desired patient outcomes of nursing process.
Evaluates effectiveness of care given by self and by all health care team members. Also, evaluates contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in processing patients toward desired outcomes.
Demonstrates competency in select psychomotor skills adhering to predefined written procedures.
Identifies patient learning needs and readiness for learning. Implements patient/significant other instruction to meet self-care needs as defined in standards of care and patient teaching protocols.
Performs documentation responsibilities following all existing structure standards and guidelines for forms used in the Division of Nursing and specially assigned areas.
Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient rights, as identified within the institution.
Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as identified in existing standards.
Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas of structure standards, patient care resources/references, protocols, pertinent drugs, standards of care, and significant lab values.
Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Practice Act.
Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of professional practice and patient care and strives to manage situations in a reduced-risk manner.
Participates in development and attainment of unit and department of nursing goals.
Participates in development of standards at both the generic and unit specific levels, demonstrates an attitude of acceptance/importance of standards in all professional practice strives to achieve minimum compliance levels and uses "professional modification" measures with sound clinical judgment.
Actively involves self in Performance Improvement (PI) activities at the generic and unit levels through use of data sources and compliance peer review monitoring.
Demonstrates willingness and ability to effectively coordinate patient care/unit activities among nursing staff, physicians, and support services in both the care manager and "shift leader" role.
Demonstrates effective organization and priority settings abilities in using self, human, and material resources in a time oriented and cost containment manner.
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills by implementing existing communication methods (i.e. staff meetings, communication boards, etc.), and always attempting to receive and give information in a timely, concise, clear and positive manner.
Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.
Demonstrates appropriate use of lines of authority in clinical and operational matters when seeking direction, validating self decision making, and resolving problematic issues.
Remains flexible in staffing patterns and in resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures in the division of nursing.
Demonstrates problem identification skills using existing PI tools/methods; demonstrates sound clinical and operational decision-making abilities based on current standards and resulting in prompt action/resolution.
Demonstrates an attitude of seeking knowledge and rationale for actions and shows ability to apply theory/data to the clinical settings.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift and to adroitly manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines.
Physical strength to perform CPR(bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300 pounds (with assistance) as often as 20 times per 8-12 hours and perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
Physical strength to perform the following lifting tasks:
Floor to waist - 40 pounds
14” to waist - 50 pounds
Waist to shoulder - 20 pounds
Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds
Carry 40 pounds 30 feet
Push 40 pounds/force 30 feet
Pull 40 pounds/force 10 feet
Carry 20 pounds away from body 30 feet
5.Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
6.Communications/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
7.Emotional stability conducive to dealing with a high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients/SO, fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands and their families, and the demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Float Pool Director.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Graduation from NLN accredited school of nursing.
Previous family practice clinic experience preferred.
Current Illinois licensure.
Appropriate nursing practice/experience (in past 3 years), or evidence of successful refresher program.
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category I - Maximal Risk - this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise and the like.
Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.
Rn/Lpn- Office Nurse- Gapc
Gibson City, IL jobs
Job Details Gibson City, IL Full Time $25.00 - $45.00 HourlyDescription
Must be licensed in state of Il, graduate of an approved / accredited nursing program, have current CPR certification, & be able to work in a fast paced physician clinic. Must be efficient with computers. Needs to have excellent communication skills and must dependable and able to work independently. Previous medical office experience preferred.
Qualifications
Must be licensed in state of Il, graduate of an approved / accredited nursing program, have current CPR certification, & be able to work in a fast paced physician clinic. Must be efficient with computers. Needs to have excellent communication skills and must dependable and able to work independently. Previous medical office experience preferred.
RN or LPN - Cardiology
Gibson City, IL jobs
Job Details Gibson City, IL Full Time $31.00 - $42.00 HourlyDescription
Cardiology nurses diagnose and treat conditions that affect the pulmonary or cardiovascular systems. They may focus on preventative medicine and patient education or assist with diagnostics, such as electrocardiograms and other specialized tests.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Cardiology nurses may take on a variety of roles. At the advanced level, clinical nurse specialist work in hospitals and other medical facilities conducting research and taking a lead in patient education and preventative techniques. Registered nurses treat and educate patients in a clinic setting, keeping records of medical histories and performing diagnostics. They work with patients with postoperative rehabilitation.
1. Performs assessment and data collection in an ongoing systematic manner, focusing on the patients physiologic and cognitive status.
2. Formulates or individualizes a predefined, goal consistent and continuous manner by utilization of and adherence to pre-determined standards which define the structure, process, and desired patient outcomes of nursing process.
3. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by self and by all health care team members. Also, evaluates contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in processing patients toward desired outcomes.
4. Demonstrates competency in select psychomotor skills adhering to predefined written procedures.
5. Identifies patient learning needs and readiness for learning. Implements patients/significant other instruction to meet self-care needs as defined in standards of care and patient teaching protocols.
6. Performs documentation responsibilities following all existing structure standards and guidelines for forms used in the Division of Nursing and specialty assigned areas.
7. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient rights as identified within the institution.
8. Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as identified in existing standards.
9. Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, performing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
10. Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas and structure standards, patient care resources/references, protocols, pertinent drugs, standard of care, and significant lab values.
11. Demonstrates an awareness of self responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Practice Act.
12. Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
13. Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
14. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
15. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of professional practice and patient care and strives to manage situations in reduced-risk manner.
16. Participates in development and attainment of unit and department of nursing goals.
17. Participates in development of standards at both the generic and unit specific levels, demonstrates an attitude of acceptance/importance of standards in all professional practice strives to achieve minimal compliance levels and uses “professional modification” measures with sound clinical judgment.
18. Activity involves self in Performance Improvement (PI) activities at the generic and unit levels through use of data resources and compliance peer review monitoring.
19. Demonstrates willingness and ability to effectively coordinate patient care/unit activities among nursing staff, physicians, and support services in both the care manager and shift leader role.
20. Demonstrates effective organization and priority settings abilities in using self, human, and material resources in a time oriented and cost containment manner.
21. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills by implementing existing communication methods ( i.e. staff meetings, communication boards, etc) and always attempting to receive and give information in a timely, concise, clear, and positive manner.
22. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.
23. Demonstrates appropriate use of lines of authority in clinical and operational matters when seeking direction, validating self-decision making, and resolving problematic issues.
24. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and in resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures in the division of nursing.
25. Demonstrates problem identification skills using PI tools/methods; demonstrates sound clinical and operational decision making abilities based on current standards and resulting in prompt action/resolution.
26. Demonstrates an attitude of seeking knowledge and rationale for actions and shows ability to apply theory/data to the clinical settings.
27. Complete prior authorizations as needed for the clinic.
28. Other duties as assigned
29. Can help the cardiology technicians,cma/cna room and interview patients if needed.
30. Assist provider with procedures.
31. Travel to satellite clinics as needed.
Qualifications
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
2. Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
3. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift.
4. Physical strength to perform CPR (bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300-pounds; perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
Physical strength to perform the following lifting demands:
• Floor to waist - 40 pounds
• 14” to waist - 50 pounds
• Waist to shoulder - 20 pounds
• Shoulder to overhead -10 pounds
• Carry 40 pounds for 30 feet
• Push 40 pounds/force for 30 feet
• Pull 40 pounds/ force for 30 feet
• Patient transfer with gait belt
• Ability to push patient in wheelchair
5. Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
6. Communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
7. Emotional stability conductive to dealing with high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians, and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Department Manager, Department Director, and the respective provider. .
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Clinical Skills, Bedside Manner, Infection Control, Nursing Skills, Physiological Knowledge, Administering Medication, Medical Teamwork, Multi-Tasking, Listening, Verbal Communication, Health Promotion and Maintenance.
2. Current Illinois licensure.
3. Graduation from an approved nursing program.
4. Appropriate nursing practice/experience (within the past three years).
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category I-Maximal Risk-this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B Vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Work is performed in an office environment.
2. Involves frequent contact with staff, patients, and the public.
3. Work may be stressful at times.
4. Contact may involve dealing with angry or upset people.
5. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise, and the like.
6. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment is used.
**$12,500 Sign-On Bonus!**
Job Details
Job Title: RN
Department/Location: Nursing B2 / Hinsdale, IL
Shift: Days (7:00 pm - 7:30 am) ) including weekends and Holidays
Full-time (72 hours per pay period) + Benefit-eligible
FTE: 0.9
Req. Number: 1704
Compensation : Pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to job-specific requirements, individual experience, internal pay equity, and organizational needs/budget considerations, all in alignment with our RML's compensation philosophy. Additionally, you may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program based on both individual and organizational performance.
Benefits
RML offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits package. Employees can choose from a large selection of benefits that help protect their health, wealth, and well-being. Benefits include:
Medical, Dental & Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life and Accidental, Death Insurance & Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan (6% company match ) - For every $1 an employee contributes, RML contributes $1 to their accounts. Employees are 100 percent vested in the money both they and RML contribute.
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5k per calendar year
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) For employees who may need help managing stress, RML offers an EAP at no cost. Counselors are available 24 hours a day to both employees and their family members.
Banking Alternatives (e.g. HealthCare Associates Credit Union)
PTO: Employees can accrue up to 26 days off annually.
Referral Rewards (upwards of $4k)
Employee Fitness Room
Free Parking
Summary: Join our team to provide individualized nursing care for adults and geriatric patients under the direction of the Nursing Director/Manager.
Responsibilities:
Deliver patient care with respect, excellence, and concern.
Manage overall care of assigned patients.
Respond to physician orders and perform clinical assessments.
Document patient progress and provide thorough shift reports.
Work collaboratively with PCTs and Respiratory Therapists.
Supervise LPNs and PCTs.
Ensure patient confidentiality and safety.
Participate in quality improvement and educational activities.
Requirements:
Skills and Abilities:
Analytical skills for patient assessment.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Physical ability for standing, walking, and lifting patients.
Ability to work under pressure.
Teamwork and technical skills.
Experience:
Recent hospital experience preferred.
Experience with ventilators, wound care, or critical care.
Certifications:
Nursing diploma, AA, AS, or Bachelor's degree.
Illinois RN license.
CPR certification; ACLS preferred.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Working Conditions:
Work in a patient care environment.
Bonus:
$12,500 sign-on bonus (terms apply).
Apply now to make a difference in patient care!
This role is eligible for a $12,500 sign-on bonus and is subject to the terms and conditions of the offer. Bonuses will be pro-rated for positions less than full-time (0.9 FTE). Registry positions are not bonus-eligible. Rehires and current employees are not eligible.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with it.
1/2024
Auto-ApplyRN HAU - High Acuity Unit
Hinsdale, IL jobs
**$12,500 Sign-On Bonus!**
Job Details
Job Title: RN HAU
Department/Location: Nursing B1 / Hinsdale, IL
Shifts: 7:00 pm - 7:30 am including rotating weekends and holidays
Full-time (72 hours per pay period) + benefit eligible
FTE: 0.9
Req. Number: 1645
Compensation : Pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to job-specific requirements, individual experience, internal pay equity, and organizational needs/budget considerations, all in alignment with our RML's compensation philosophy. Additionally, you may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program based on both individual and organizational performance.
Benefits
RML offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits package. Employees can choose from a large selection of benefits that help protect their health, wealth, and well-being. Benefits include:
Medical, Dental & Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life and Accidental, Death Insurance & Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan (6% company match ) - For every $1 an employee contributes, RML contributes $1 to their accounts. Employees are 100 percent vested in the money both they and RML contribute.
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5k per calendar year
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) For employees who may need help managing stress, RML offers an EAP at no cost. Counselors are available 24 hours a day to both employees and their family members.
Banking Alternatives (e.g. HealthCare Associates Credit Union)
PTO: Employees can accrue up to 26 days off annually.
Referral Rewards (upwards of $4k)
Employee Fitness Room
Free Parking
Reporting to the Nursing Director or Manager Nurse and according to the established policies, procedures, nursing standards of care and practice, and the direction of the medical staff, renders competent, humane, individualized care to every patient and their family. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the delivery of individual patient care to facilitate continuity of care through the continuum. Provides age and developmentally-appropriate care to adult and geriatric patients. Complies with all RML hospital and departmental policies.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary responsibilities:
Exemplifies the RML REACH (Service Excellence) culture by demonstrating respect, excellence, appreciation, concern and honor in all interactions with patients, families and co-workers, and as identified in departmental and hospital wide behavioral expectations.
Maintains accountability for the overall care management of assigned patients. Accepts and responds to written and verbal physician orders, coordinates and participates in emergency and “code” situations, performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, performs clinical assessments, administers and monitors patients' response to medications, blood products and nutritional support, and performs complex patient treatments.
Demonstrates clinical competence by consistently applying the nursing process, and performs within the scope of practice of the registered nurse in the State of Illinois. Responsible for maintaining nursing knowledge and skills appropriate to the specific clinical population for whom the nurse is providing care (treatments, medications, equipment, etc.) Obtains necessary information prior to implementing new or unfamiliar care practices, or responsibly declines to provide care and notifies supervisor until able to obtain the appropriate skill.
Assesses patients' progress in accordance with established goals and initiates appropriate actions; documents according to established standards and reports information regarding patient's condition and interventions performed (e.g., medications given, treatments performed, etc.) to all appropriate individuals. Notifies physician and documents significant changes in patient condition. Provides a complete and thorough report to the next shift. Documents completely and timely in the Meditech system.
Works in a team environment with the Patient Care Technicians and Respiratory Therapists to plan and provide patient centered care. Works closely with other disciplines to define an individualized plan of care and relevant interventions, correlated with medical and team care goals. Provides input to organized “staffing” meetings to discuss patient progress and revise goals, as requested. Revises patient's plan of care based upon changes in patient's status, needs, and unexpected outcomes.
Works closely with other disciplines and the care coordinator to ensure timely interventions and education that lead the patient and family to readiness for discharge.
Demonstrates the organizational skills and the ability to direct others in the planning and delivery of patient care. Supervises the work of the LPN, as assigned, and the PCT. Gives clear direction to PCT at the beginning of the shift on work to be accomplished, and collaborates with PCT throughout the shift to ensure completion. Provides guidance and direction to other team members and notifies department manager of apparent break in providing the expected standard of care, or of observations indicating potential educational needs of co-workers.
Executes the medical treatment plan by implementing physician orders. Seeks clarification or consultation on any unclear or questionable order by consulting with the ordering physician or on-call physician after hours, prior to implementation. If question is not resolved, nurse refers question to Clinical Supervisor, Nursing Director/Manager or Chief Nursing Officer as necessary for resolution.
Maintains the basic human rights and confidentiality of each patient, family and significant others in providing information and in delivering patient care. Is aware of and complies with applicable regulations and laws related to healthcare workers and the care of hospitalized patients, such as abuse reporting. Recognizes and complies with patients' rights to have pain assessed and managed.
Observes and reports the emotional and spiritual needs of patients and assists in providing and obtaining appropriate supportive care to patients and their families, especially in end of life circumstances. In collaboration with the physician, evaluates and implements strategies to effectively manage patient's comfort.
Demonstrates appropriate psychosocial interventions based on patients' age and developmental status. Facilitates patient/family participation in self-care tasks as appropriate for each patient's age, developmental status and level of functioning.
Evaluates environmental safety and promotes a safe patient care environment that is based on each patient's age, developmental status and level of functioning. Implements all relevant patient safety initiatives, including but not limited to: consistently uses two forms of patient identification prior to medication administration, treatment, and procedures; responds to call lights and alarms and provides appropriate intervention; follows restraint policy and uses minimally restrictive devices; implements falls prevention precautions; ensures frequent rounding, and complies with swallowing and skin breakdown precautions, etc.
Demonstrates knowledge of and consistently adheres to all infection control and transmission prevention precautions. Ensures that other healthcare workers and visitors are aware of and use the personal protective equipment required to appropriately interact with the patients under the nurse's care.
Participates in department quality improvement and performance improvement activities, especially including opportunities to promote patient safety. Notes areas for improvement in day to day department operations or patient care practices, and brings to the attention of department director/manager. Actively participates in the educational development of healthcare students and participates in the formal and informal education of other team members.
Maintains effective colleague relationships with other members of the health care team through consistently professional and respectful communications.
Identifies own learning and professional development needs and seeks opportunities within and outside of RML to meet these needs. Actively participates in staff meetings and continuing education activities. Provides information and feedback to other staff members on related clinical and professional topics. Meets all employee requirements including but not limited to: license renewal, TB testing, CPR, General Annual Review and Annual Clinical Validation, and performance evaluation, by demonstrating completion, or participating in the required activity prior to the expiration or due date.
Participates in welcoming, orientation and precepting of new team members, and orients and serves as resource to temporary (agency) personnel.
Is responsible for supporting a safe work environment for self and others, by reporting unsafe conditions, and by using appropriate safe work practices such as proper body mechanics and applicable safety devices (patient lift and transfer equipment, safety needles and sharps disposal, PPE, etc.) Complies with Employee Health Service policies regarding illness and injury.
Maintains confidentiality of the patient's medical information verbally, on-line and in print. Complies with all hospital policies related to computer use and system security. Complies with HIPAA requirements.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS
Minimum
Preferred
Skills and Abilities
The analytical ability necessary to assess patient conditions and utilize the nursing process and professional judgment to provide comprehensive care to patients.
The interpersonal skills necessary to positively interact with patients, families, physicians, and other members of the health care team.
The physical ability for almost constant standing, walking, lifting, and moving patients and patient care equipment.
The ability to perform effectively under the pressure of stressful and /or emergency situations.
The clinical and technical skills to work with high technology equipment and computers.
The ability to work in a team setting to provide patient centered care.
Knowledge and Experience
Competence documented by references based on nursing experience and education.
Recent acute hospital experience with complex medical patients preferred, including:
Ventilator experience
Wound care experience
Acute rehabilitation or restorative experience
Critical care experience
License & Certifications
Diploma, AA, AS or Bachelors degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school.
Current Illinois registered nurse license.
Current CPR
ACLS preferred.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a patient care environment
This role is eligible for a $12,500 sign-on bonus and is subject to the terms and conditions of the offer. Bonuses will be pro-rated for positions less than full-time (0.9 FTE). Registry positions are not bonus-eligible. Rehires and current employees are not eligible.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with it.
1/2024
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Auto-ApplyRN/LPN- Resident Home
Licensed practical nurse job at Iroquois Memorial Hospital
What does it mean to be a team member at Iroquois Memorial Hospital? It means that the patient is truly at the center of everything we do. It means that the quest for excellence is not just a goal, but a given. It means building an environment where our providers and our employees can deliver the best in healthcare. It also means that each employee or volunteer is vital to the healing process, because we can only achieve the extraordinary together.
IMH offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and great work environment. If this sounds like a role that might be a good fit for you, please apply today and let's talk more about this opportunity.
Job Title: Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse
Department: Resident Home
Status: Full Time/Part Time Available
Schedule: 7:00pm - 7:00am, Nights
Summary/Objective
To provide high quality nursing care by conducting patient assessments, administering treatment and medications.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Utilizes the nursing process to ensure assessments are performed in a timely manner and appropriate for patients' condition. Plan of care is formulated timely and addresses all the patients conditions and/or concerns. Interventions are timely and appropriate with reassessment and re-intervention occurring per policy and as indicated by residents condition.
* Recognizes emergencies promptly and responds in an appropriate manner. Takes responsibility for crash cart readiness, dept readiness and is proficient in emergency procedures.
* Administers medications and IV's timely and accurately.
* Performs treatments and procedures skillfully and on time as appropriate to the Resident Home.
* Educates residents and families: assesses readiness to learn and barriers to learning. Delivers information on a level appropriate for the individual. Information is complete and documented.
* Allows/encourages residents participation in decision making.
* Applies knowledge of National Patient Safety Goals.
* Assures that hourly rounding is done assessing toilet needs, pain, positioning & possessions within easy reach. Documents times on white board and follows with documentation in the medical records.
* Demonstrates an awareness of fall prevention techniques: Identifies residents at risk, communicates that risk to other caregivers, reports all falls or assisted falls.
* Engages in infection control practices: uses personal protective equipment appropriately, is diligent with hand washing , demonstrates knowledge of isolation procedures by implementing proper types of isolation.
* Documentation is timely and accurately reflects resident condition, progress and events. Never uses banned abbreviations in documentation.
Experience/Education Requirements
* Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
* Possess current skilled nursing facility/hospital experience (within 5 years) of being a new nursing graduate (within 2 years).
* Prefer at least 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility.
* Completion of annual mandatory in-services and competency measurements.
Licenses/Certifications
* State of IL RN/LPN license.
* BLS certification.
Full Time Benefits
* Medical Insurance
* Dental/Vision Insurance
* Life Insurance
* 401K
* Paid Time Off
Part Time Benefits
* 401K
* Paid Time Off
Iroquois Memorial Hospital is a 25 bed hospital located in Watseka, Illinois. The hospital facility is comprised of clinical and diagnostic services which are dedicated to providing high quality health care services to the community. These services include but are not limited to an Emergency Room, full service OR suites, an inpatient care unit, therapy services, advanced medical imaging, Home Health, and Hospice Care. The hospital operates rural health clinics in Watseka, IL, Gilman, IL, Milford, IL, Saint Anne, IL and Kentland, IN. The hospital also operates a skilled nursing facility, Iroquois Resident Home, which is attached to the hospital property.
RN/LPN- Hospice
Licensed practical nurse job at Iroquois Memorial Hospital
What does it mean to be a team member at Iroquois Memorial Hospital? It means that the patient is truly at the center of everything we do. It means that the quest for excellence is not just a goal, but a given. It means building an environment where our providers and our employees can deliver the best in healthcare. It also means that each employee or volunteer is vital to the healing process, because we can only achieve the extraordinary together.
IMH offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and great work environment. If this sounds like a role that might be a good fit for you, please apply today and let's talk more about this opportunity.
Job Title: RN/LPN
Department: Hospice
Status: Full Time, 40 hours per week
Schedule: Days
Summary/Objective
Provides high quality professional health care to patients of all ages in their home environment. Plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for patients and families.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Provides and directs comprehensive health care services to a caseload of patients of all ages and their families through direct care, supervision and interdisciplinary coordination.
Performs comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments to patients/families. Uses assessment skills to determine patients physical and mental status and status of environmental and social support.
Develops and modifies a plan of care for the patient and family based on a thorough assessment of problems, potential problems and the medical plan of treatment.
Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating physical end of life care for the patient in coordination with the attending physician and members of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
Plan nursing interventions that are consistent with the standard nursing practice.
Identifies and assesses patient's/families' health and social problems, potential problem areas, needs and resources of individuals, families and significant others.
Coordinates Hospice and interdepartmental services, medical care, community resources and resources within the home in developing the plan of care.
Implements services and completes medical records in accordance with the care plan in compliance with the the third party regulators, certified Home Health requirements, IMH Hospice policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of nursing practice and all Federal, State and local laws/regulations.
Teaches and demonstrates care to the patient/family, utilizing established, available patient education, principles, guidelines, and resources; assesses effectiveness of patient/family teaching toward fostering independence in self-care.
Provides supervision to ancillary health care workers, including but not limited to, Iroquois Hospice aides, assuring appropriate implementation and follow through on the Plan of Treatment.
Prepares, administers and documents medications and treatments as prescribed.
Education/Experience Requirements
Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
One year of experience.
Positive attitude, good mental and physical health.
Licenses/Certifications
Current state of Illinois RN/LPN license.
CPR Certification.
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental/Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401K
Paid Time Off
Iroquois Memorial Hospital is a 25 bed hospital located in Watseka, Illinois. The hospital facility is comprised of clinical and diagnostic services which are dedicated to providing high quality health care services to the community. These services include but are not limited to an Emergency Room, full service OR suites, an inpatient care unit, therapy services, advanced medical imaging, Home Health, and Hospice Care. The hospital operates rural health clinics in Watseka, IL, Gilman, IL, Milford, IL, Saint Anne, IL and Kentland, IN. The hospital also operates a skilled nursing facility, Iroquois Resident Home, which is attached to the hospital property.
Auto-ApplyRN/LPN- Hospice
Licensed practical nurse job at Iroquois Memorial Hospital
What does it mean to be a team member at Iroquois Memorial Hospital? It means that the patient is truly at the center of everything we do. It means that the quest for excellence is not just a goal, but a given. It means building an environment where our providers and our employees can deliver the best in healthcare. It also means that each employee or volunteer is vital to the healing process, because we can only achieve the extraordinary together.
IMH offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and great work environment. If this sounds like a role that might be a good fit for you, please apply today and let's talk more about this opportunity.
Job Title: Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse
Department: Hospice
Status: Part Time, Days
Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm, 24 hours per week +On Call Hours
Summary/Objective
Provides high quality professional health care to patients of all ages in their home environment. Plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for patients and families. We are currently seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-centered RN/LPN for our Hospice team. This position is a part time 24+ hours per week, generally 8:00 am-4:30 pm, with rotating on call hours. The ideal candidate possess a valid RN or LPN license, CPR certification, a great personality and caring heart. 1 years of Nursing experience is preferred. Being a part of this program is a very satisfying role which helps people and families experiencing the end of life. Come see what we do and become a part this strong, dynamic team.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Provides and directs comprehensive health care services to a caseload of patients of all ages and their families through direct care, supervision and interdisciplinary coordination.
Performs comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments to patients/families. Uses assessment skills to determine patients physical and mental status and status of environmental and social support.
Develops and modifies a plan of care for the patient and family based on a thorough assessment of problems, potential problems and the medical plan of treatment.
Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating physical end of life care for the patient in coordination with the attending physician and members of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
Plan nursing interventions that are consistent with the standard nursing practice.
Identifies and assesses patient's/families' health and social problems, potential problem areas, needs and resources of individuals, families and significant others.
Coordinates Hospice and interdepartmental services, medical care, community resources and resources within the home in developing the plan of care.
Implements services and completes medical records in accordance with the care plan in compliance with the the third party regulators, certified Home Health requirements, IMH Hospice policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of nursing practice and all Federal, State and local laws/regulations.
Teaches and demonstrates care to the patient/family, utilizing established, available patient education, principles, guidelines, and resources; assesses effectiveness of patient/family teaching toward fostering independence in self-care.
Provides supervision to ancillary health care workers, including but not limited to, Iroquois Hospice aides, assuring appropriate implementation and follow through on the Plan of Treatment.
Prepares, administers and documents medications and treatments as prescribed.
Experience/Education Requirements
Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
One year of experience.
Positive attitude, good mental and physical health.
Licenses/Certifications
Current state of Illinois RN/LPN license.
CPR Certification.
Benefit
401K
Paid Time Off
On Call/Callback pay
Iroquois Memorial Hospital is a 25 bed hospital located in Watseka, Illinois. The hospital facility is comprised of clinical and diagnostic services which are dedicated to providing high quality health care services to the community. These services include but are not limited to an Emergency Room, full service OR suites, an inpatient care unit, therapy services, advanced medical imaging, Home Health, and Hospice Care. The hospital operates rural health clinics in Watseka, IL, Gilman, IL, Milford, IL, Saint Anne, IL and Kentland, IN. The hospital also operates a skilled nursing facility, Iroquois Resident Home, which is attached to the hospital property.
Auto-ApplyRN/LPN- Resident Home
Licensed practical nurse job at Iroquois Memorial Hospital
* $5,000 Sign-On Bonus* What does it mean to be a team member at Iroquois Memorial Hospital? It means that the patient is truly at the center of everything we do. It means that the quest for excellence is not just a goal, but a given. It means building an environment where our providers and our employees can deliver the best in healthcare. It also means that each employee or volunteer is vital to the healing process, because we can only achieve the extraordinary together.
IMH offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and great work environment. If this sounds like a role that might be a good fit for you, please apply today and let's talk more about this opportunity.
Job Title: Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse
Department: Resident Home
Status: Full Time, 36 hours per week
Schedule: 7:00pm - 7:00am, Nights
Summary/Objective
To provide high quality nursing care by conducting patient assessments, administering treatment and medications.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Utilizes the nursing process to ensure assessments are performed in a timely manner and appropriate for patients' condition. Plan of care is formulated timely and addresses all the patients conditions and/or concerns. Interventions are timely and appropriate with reassessment and re-intervention occurring per policy and as indicated by residents condition.
* Recognizes emergencies promptly and responds in an appropriate manner. Takes responsibility for crash cart readiness, dept readiness and is proficient in emergency procedures.
* Administers medications and IV's timely and accurately.
* Performs treatments and procedures skillfully and on time as appropriate to the Resident Home.
* Educates residents and families: assesses readiness to learn and barriers to learning. Delivers information on a level appropriate for the individual. Information is complete and documented.
* Allows/encourages residents participation in decision making.
* Applies knowledge of National Patient Safety Goals.
* Assures that hourly rounding is done assessing toilet needs, pain, positioning & possessions within easy reach. Documents times on white board and follows with documentation in the medical records.
* Demonstrates an awareness of fall prevention techniques: Identifies residents at risk, communicates that risk to other caregivers, reports all falls or assisted falls.
* Engages in infection control practices: uses personal protective equipment appropriately, is diligent with hand washing , demonstrates knowledge of isolation procedures by implementing proper types of isolation.
* Documentation is timely and accurately reflects resident condition, progress and events. Never uses banned abbreviations in documentation.
Experience/Education Requirements
* Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
* Possess current skilled nursing facility/hospital experience (within 5 years) of being a new nursing graduate (within 2 years).
* Prefer at least 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility.
* Completion of annual mandatory in-services and competency measurements.
Licenses/Certifications
* State of IL RN/LPN license.
* BLS certification.
Benefit
* Medical Insurance
* Dental/Vision Insurance
* Life Insurance
* 401K
* Paid Time Off
Iroquois Memorial Hospital is a 25 bed hospital located in Watseka, Illinois. The hospital facility is comprised of clinical and diagnostic services which are dedicated to providing high quality health care services to the community. These services include but are not limited to an Emergency Room, full service OR suites, an inpatient care unit, therapy services, advanced medical imaging, Home Health, and Hospice Care. The hospital operates rural health clinics in Watseka, IL, Gilman, IL, Milford, IL, Saint Anne, IL and Kentland, IN. The hospital also operates a skilled nursing facility, Iroquois Resident Home, which is attached to the hospital property.
**$8,333 Sign-On Bonus!**
Job Details
Job Title: RN
Department/Location: Nursing FL 123 / Chicago, IL
Shift: Days (7:00 am - 7:30 pm) ) including weekends and Holidays
Part-time (48 hours per pay period) + Benefit-eligible
FTE: 0.6
Req. Number: 1582
Compensation : Pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to job-specific requirements, individual experience, internal pay equity, and organizational needs/budget considerations, all in alignment with our RML's compensation philosophy. Additionally, you may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program based on both individual and organizational performance.
Benefits
RML offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits package. Employees can choose from a large selection of benefits that help protect their health, wealth, and well-being. Benefits include:
Medical, Dental & Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life and Accidental, Death Insurance & Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan (6% company match ) - For every $1 an employee contributes, RML contributes $1 to their accounts. Employees are 100 percent vested in the money both they and RML contribute.
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5k per calendar year
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) For employees who may need help managing stress, RML offers an EAP at no cost. Counselors are available 24 hours a day to both employees and their family members.
Banking Alternatives (e.g. HealthCare Associates Credit Union)
PTO: Employees can accrue up to 26 days off annually.
Referral Rewards (upwards of $4k)
Employee Fitness Room
Free Parking
Summary: Join our team to provide individualized nursing care for adults and geriatric patients under the direction of the Nursing Director/Manager.
Responsibilities:
Deliver patient care with respect, excellence, and concern.
Manage overall care of assigned patients.
Respond to physician orders and perform clinical assessments.
Document patient progress and provide thorough shift reports.
Work collaboratively with PCTs and Respiratory Therapists.
Supervise LPNs and PCTs.
Ensure patient confidentiality and safety.
Participate in quality improvement and educational activities.
Requirements:
Skills and Abilities:
Analytical skills for patient assessment.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Physical ability for standing, walking, and lifting patients.
Ability to work under pressure.
Teamwork and technical skills.
Experience:
Recent hospital experience preferred.
Experience with ventilators, wound care, or critical care.
Certifications:
Nursing diploma, AA, AS, or Bachelor's degree.
Illinois RN license.
CPR certification; ACLS preferred.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Working Conditions:
Work in a patient care environment.
Bonus:
$8,333 sign-on bonus (terms apply).
Apply now to make a difference in patient care!
This role is eligible for a $8,333 sign-on bonus and is subject to the terms and conditions of the offer. Bonuses will be pro-rated for positions less than full-time (0.9 FTE). Registry positions are not bonus-eligible. Rehires and current employees are not eligible.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with it.
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Auto-ApplyRN/Ortho Nurse - Bloomington
Bloomington, IL jobs
Job Details Bloomington , IL Full Time $30.00 - $45.00 HourlyDescription
JOB TITLE: REGISTERED NURSE DEPARTMENT: BLOOMINGTON CLINIC/ORTHOPAEDICS GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs assessment and data collection in an ongoing systematic manner, focusing on the patients physiologic and cognitive status.
2. Formulates or individualizes a predefined, goal consistent and continuous manner by utilization of and adherence to pre-determined standards which define the structure, process, and desired patient outcomes of nursing process.
3. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by self and by all health care team members. Also, evaluates contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in processing patients toward desired outcomes.
4. Demonstrates competency in select psychomotor skills adhering to predefined written procedures.
5. Identifies patient learning needs and readiness for learning. Implements patients/significant other instruction to meet self-care needs as defined in standards of care and patient teaching protocols.
6. Performs documentation responsibilities following all existing structure standards and guidelines for forms used in the Division of Nursing and specialty assigned areas.
7. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient rights as identified within the institution.
8. Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as identified in existing standards.
9. Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, performing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
10. Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas and structure standards, patient care resources/references, protocols, pertinent drugs, standard of care, and significant lab values.
11. Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Practice Act.
12. Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
13. Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
14. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
15. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of professional practice and patient care and strives to manage situations in reduced-risk manner.
16. Participates in development and attainment of unit and department of nursing goals.
17. Participates in development of standards at both the generic and unit specific levels, demonstrates an attitude of acceptance/importance of standards in all professional practice strives to achieve minimal compliance levels and uses “professional modification” measures with sound clinical judgment.
18. Activity involves self in Performance Improvement( PI) activities at the generic and unit levels through use of data resources and compliance peer review monitoring.
19. Demonstrates willingness and ability to effectively coordinate patient care/unit activities among nursing staff, physicians, and support services in both the care manager and shift leader role.
20. Demonstrates effective organization and priority settings abilities in using self, human, and material resources in a time oriented and cost containment manner.
21. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills by implementing existing communication methods (i.e. staff meetings,
communication boards, etc) and always attempting to receive and give information in a timely, concise, clear, and positive manner.
22. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.
23. Demonstrates appropriate use of lines of authority in clinical and operational matters when seeking direction, validating self-decision making, and resolving problematic issues.
24. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and in resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures in the division of nursing.
25. Demonstrates problem identification skills using PI tools/methods; demonstrates sound clinical and operational decision making abilities based on current standards and resulting in prompt action/resolution.
26. Demonstrates an attitude of seeking knowledge and rationale for actions and shows ability to apply theory/data to the clinical settings.
27. Other duties as assigned
28. Can help the orthopaedic technicians, cma/cna room and interview patients if needed.
29. Has knowledge of and can apply casts and splints as ordered by the providers
30. Assist with injections and procedures.
31. May travel to other clinic with physicians within the department
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
2. Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
3. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift.
4. Physical strength to perform CPR (bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300-pounds; perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
a. Physical strength to perform the following lifting demands:
a. Floor to Knuckle- 40lbs
b. 12” to Knuckle- 50lbs
c. Knuckle to Shoulder- 20lbs
d. Shoulder to Overhead- 10lbs
e. Carry 14ft- 30lbs
f. Push 25ft- 40ft/lbs
g. Pull 10ft- 40ft/lbs
5. Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
6. Communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
7. Emotional stability conductive to dealing with high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians, and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Office Manager, Director, and/or respective provider.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Clinical Skills, Bedside Manner, Infection Control, Nursing Skills, Physiological Knowledge, Administering Medication, Medical Teamwork, Multi-Tasking, Listening, Verbal Communication, Health Promotion and Maintenance.
1. Current Illinois licensure.
2. Graduation from an approved nursing program.
3. Appropriate nursing practice/experience (within the past three years).
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category I-Maximal Risk-this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B Vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Work is performed in an office environment.
2. Involves frequent contact with staff, patients, and the public.
3. Work may be stressful at times.
4. Contact may involve dealing with angry or upset people.
5. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise, and the like.
6. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment is used.
RN/Prior Auth Specialist
Gibson City, IL jobs
Job Details Gibson City, IL Full Time $27.00 - $35.00 HourlyDescription
JOB TITLE: PRIOR AUTHORIZATION RN, (Chemotherapy, Infusions and Biologic medications for multiple clinics.)
DEPARTMENT: PRIOR AUTHORIZATION DEPT.
To obtain prior authorization from multiple insurance companies before services are rendered for genetic lab testing, chemotherapy medications, infusion, and biologic medications, as needed. Prioritizing incoming prior authorization tasks in order of importance. Meet turnaround times for authorization guidelines. Arranging peer-to-peer cases for denied cases with providers. Collaborating with departments/clinics to ensure all medical documentation is received before submitting authorization as well as CPT coding information. Initiates and completes the appeals process for denied services. Documentation, authorization, and progression of authorizations.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Obtain prior authorization for genetic lab testing, chemotherapy, biologics, and infusion medications.
1. Performs documentation responsibilities following all existing structure standards of the Prior Authorization Department. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient rights as identified within the institution.
2. Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as identified in existing standards.
3. Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Practice Act.
4. Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
5. Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
6. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
7. Demonstrates effective organization and priority setting abilities in using self, human, and material resources in a time-oriented and cost-containment manner.
8. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills by implementing existing communication methods ( i.e. staff meetings, communication boards, etc) and always attempting to receive and give information in a timely, concise, clear, and positive manner.
9. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members.
10. Demonstrates appropriate use of lines of authority in clinical and operational matters when seeking direction, validating self-decision making, and resolving problematic issues.
11. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and in resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures.
12. Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Requires sitting for long periods of time; also stooping, bending, and stretching for files and supplies. Occasionally lifts files or paper weighing up to 20 to 30 pounds.
2. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, type at 40 wpm minimal, operate a calculator, telephone, copier, and such other office equipment as necessary.
3. Vision must be correctable to 20/20, and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts.
4. It is necessary to view and type on computer screens for long periods and to work in an environment that can be very stressful.
5. Auditory acuity to hear others for the purposed of fluent communication.
6. Physical strength to perform the following lifting demands:
• Floor to waist - 20 pounds
• 14” to waist - 30 pounds
• Waist to shoulder - 20 pounds
• Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds
• Carry 20 pound 30 feet
• Push 10 pound/force for 15 feet
• Pull 10 pounds/force for 15 feet
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Manager of the Prior Authorization Department
Qualifications
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Clinical Skills, Bedside Manner, Infection Control, Nursing Skills, Physiological Knowledge, Administering Medication, Medical Teamwork, Multi-Tasking, Listening, Verbal Communication, Health Promotion and Maintenance.
2. Current Illinois licensure.
3. Graduation from an approved nursing program.
4. Prior nursing experience and/or medication authorization experience preferred.
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Zero-Low: Prior Authorization RN
RN - Infusion Center
Gibson City, IL jobs
Job Details Gibson City, IL Full Time $30.00 - $45.00 HourlyDescription
The staff RN will provide and coordinate infusion services activities to assure compassionate patient care. Provides direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and clinic standards. The RN will also promote a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach towards patients, families and all members of the care delivery team. The RN directs and oversees the care of other caregivers (nurses and non-nurses) via delegation, coordination, supervision, validation, and evaluation.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs assessment and data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on the patient's physiologic and cognitive status.
2. Formulates and individualizes a patient plan of care consistently and effectively evaluates plan of care by utilization of and adherence to standards, which define the structure, process, and desired patient outcomes of nursing process.
3. Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas of patient care resources/references, policies, protocols, pertinent drugs, standards of care, and significant lab values.
4. Administers intravenous (IV) infusions, consisting of chemotherapy, antibiotics, blood transfusions, etc, through peripherally inserted central catheters, peripheral IV or implanted venous access device.
5. Performs other nursing duties as ordered by physicians, such as catheter care, bladder scanning, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, and therapeutic phlebotomy.
6. Identifies patient learning needs and readiness for learning. Implements patient/significant other instruction to meet self-care needs as defined in patient teaching protocols.
7. Performs documentation responsibilities following all existing policies, protocols and guidelines used in the Division of Nursing and those specific to Infusion Center.
8. Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as identified in existing standards.
9. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
10. Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Nurse Practice Act.
11. Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
12. Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
13. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
14. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of professional practice and patient care and strives to manage situations in a reduced-risk manner using appropriate lines of authority in clinical and operational matter.
15. Participates in development and attainment of unit and department of nursing goals and performance improvement activities.
16. Demonstrates willingness and ability to effectively coordinate patient care/unit activities among nursing staff, physicians, and support services, as needed.
17. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills and always attempting to receive and give information in a timely, concise, clear and positive manner.
18. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.
19. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and willingly cross trains to CardioPulmonary Rehab Clinic; serving as a resource to meet the staffing needs of Outpatient Clinic, CardioPulmonary Rehab Clinic or Oncology Clinic.
20. Demonstrates advanced level problem-solving skills, organizational skills and decision making abilities.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Excellent visual, hearing, speech/articulation abilities.
2. Physical strength to perform the following lifting tasks:
• Floor to waist - 40 pounds
• 14” to waist - 50 pounds
• Waist to shoulder - 20 pounds
• Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds
• Carry 40 pounds for 30 feet
• Push 40 pounds/force for 30 feet
• Pull 40 pounds/force for 10 feet
3. Emotional stability to deal with high prolonged stress of staff teamwork, patient care, and physical environment plus positively interacting with medical staff and support services during times of stress and constant change.
4. Excellent verbal and written skills for high level communication within the division of nursing.
5. Strong intellectual abilities of critical thinking, comparative analysis, statistical control application, and decision making.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Director of the Infusion Center
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Current unrestricted Illinois Registered Nurse license.
2. Telemetry Certification via approved On-line course or live course within 60 days of hire or current ACLS certification can also be used a proof of Telemetry Competency.
3. Chemotherapy provider card to be obtained within six months of hire.
4. BLS on hire, ACLS to be obtained within six months of hire.
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category 1 - Maximal Risk - this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise and the like.
2. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.
RN - OB Weekdays Full Time
Gibson City, IL jobs
Job Details Gibson City, IL Full Time $30.00 - $48.00 HourlyDescription
The staff RN is a professional practitioner who functions as both a caregiver and care manager. In the caregiver role, the RN assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame implementing the Nursing Process and therapeutic use of self. In the dominant role of care manager, the RN directs and oversees the care of other caregivers (nurses and non-nurses) via delegation, coordination, supervision, validation, and evaluation.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs assessment and data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on the patient's physiologic and cognitive status.
2. Formulates or individualizes a predefined goal, in a consistent and continuous manner by utilization of and adherence to pre-determined standards which define the structure, process, and desired patient outcomes of nursing process.
3. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by self and by all health care team members. Also, evaluates contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in processing patients toward desired outcomes.
4. Demonstrates competency in select psychomotor skills adhering to predefined written procedures.
5. Identifies patient learning needs and readiness for learning. Implements patient/significant other instruction to meet self-care needs as defined in standards of care and patient teaching protocols.
6. Performs documentation of responsibilities following all policies and protocols in the Division of Nursing and specially assigned areas.
7. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient rights, as identified within the institution.
8. Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as
identified in existing standards.
9. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
10. Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas of Division of Nursing and OB specific patient care resources/references, protocols, pertinent drugs, standards of care, and significant lab values.
11. Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Practice Act.
12. Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
13. Demonstrates self directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
14. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
15. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of professional practice and patient care and strives to manage situations in a reduced-risk manner.
16. Participates in development and attainment of unit and department of nursing goals.
17. Participates in development of standards at both the Division of Nursing and OB specific nursing level and demonstrates an attitude of acceptance/importance of standards in all professional practice strives to achieve minimum compliance levels and uses “professional modification” measures with sound clinical judgment.
18. Actively involves self in Performance Improvement (PI) activities through use of data sources and compliance peer review monitoring.
19. Demonstrates willingness and ability to effectively coordinate patient care/unit activities among nursing staff, physicians, and support services in both the care manager and “shift leader” role.
20. Demonstrates effective organization and priority settings abilities in using self, human, and material resources in a time oriented and cost containment manner.
21. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills by implementing existing communication methods (i.e. staff meetings, written correspondence, etc.), and always attempting to receive and give information in a timely, concise, clear and positive manner.
22. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.
23. Demonstrates appropriate use of lines of authority in clinical and operational matters when seeking direction, validating self decision making, and resolving problematic issues.
24. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and in resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures in the division of nursing. On-call hours may be required based upon unit needs and to maintain patient safety.
25. Demonstrates problem identification skills using existing PI tools/methods; demonstrates sound clinical and operational decision-making abilities based on current standards and resulting in prompt action/resolution.
26. Demonstrates an attitude of seeking knowledge and rationale for actions and shows ability to apply theory/data to the clinical settings.
Qualifications
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
2. Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
3. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift and to adroitly manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines.
4. Physical strength to perform CPR(bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300 pounds (with assistance) as often as 20 times per 8-12 hours and perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
5. Physical strength to perform the following lifting tasks:
• Floor to waist - 40 pounds
• 14” to waist - 50 pounds
• Waist to shoulder - 20 pounds
• Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds
• Carry 40 pounds 30 feet
• Push 40 pounds/force 30 feet
• Pull 40 pounds/force 10 feet
• Carry 20 pounds away from body 30 feet
6. Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
7. Communications/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
8. Emotional stability conducive to dealing with a high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients/SO, fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands and their families, and the demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Director of Unit-Middle Manager
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Current Illinois licensure
2. Appropriate nursing practice/experience (in past 3 years), or evidence of successful refresher program.
3. Current CPR
4. Current NRP or obtained within one year
5. Current ACLS or obtained within one year
6. Fetal monitoring competency with annual education
7. Attendance at one drill annually
8. Attendance at one Provider/Nursing joint meeting annually
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category 1 - Maximal Risk - this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise and the like.
2. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.
RN - Rheumatology
Gibson City, IL jobs
Job Details Gibson City, IL Full Time $34.00 - $42.00 HourlyDescription
JOB TITLE: RN (CLINICAL)
DEPARTMENT: Gibson Rheumatology/Neurology Clinic
The staff RN is a professional practitioner who functions as both a caregiver and care manager. In the caregiver role, the RN assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated period implementing the Nursing Process and therapeutic use of self. In the dominant role of care manager, the RN directs and oversees the care of other caregivers (nurses and non-nurses) via delegation, coordination, supervision, validation, and evaluation.
The Rheumatology nurse travels to outreach clinics in support of the physician.
The Rheumatology nurse should be proficient in the prior authorization process.
The Rheumatology nurse will work closely with the Infusion Clinic and the Prior Authorization team.
The Rheumatology nurse will take the lead in coordination of care with regard to imaging, laboratory testing, medication infusion, and communication between departments.
The Rheumatology nurse will manage inventory for joint injections/aspirations, and will be responsible for assembling joint aspiration/injection kits for the physician.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs assessment and data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on the patient's physiologic and cognitive status.
2. Formulates or individualizes a predefined, goal consistent and continuous manner by utilization of and adherence to pre-determined standards that define the structure, process, and desired patient outcomes of nursing process.
3. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by self and by all health care team members. Also, evaluates contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in processing patients toward desired outcomes.
4. Demonstrates competency in select psychomotor skills adhering to predefined written procedures.
5. Identifies patient learning needs and readiness for learning. Implements patient/significant other instruction to meet self-care needs as defined in standards of care and patient teaching protocols.
6. Performs documentation responsibilities following all existing structure standards and guidelines for forms used in the Division of Nursing and specially assigned areas.
7. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient rights, as identified within the institution.
8. Functions with an awareness of and adherence to safety requirements as identified in existing standards.
9. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.
10. Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas of structure standards, patient care resources/references, protocols, pertinent drugs, standards of care, and significant lab values.
11. Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice within the Illinois Practice Act.
12. Participates actively in staff development activities by sharing knowledge with others and using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to assist peers.
13. Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
14. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively requests guidance in areas of question.
15. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of professional practice and patient care and strives to manage situations in a reduced-risk manner.
16. Participates in development and attainment of unit and department of nursing goals.
17. Participates in development of standards at both the generic and unit specific levels, demonstrates an attitude of acceptance/importance of standards in all professional practice strives to achieve minimum compliance levels and uses "professional modification" measures with sound clinical judgment.
18. Actively involves self in Performance Improvement (PI) activities at the generic and unit levels through use of data sources and compliance peer review monitoring.
19. Demonstrates willingness and ability to coordinate patient care/unit activities among nursing staff, physicians, and support services in both the care manager and "shift leader" role.
20. Demonstrates effective organization and priority settings abilities in using self, human, and material resources in a time oriented and cost containment manner.
21. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills by implementing existing communication methods (i.e. staff meetings, communication boards, etc.), and always attempting to receive and give information in a timely, concise, clear and positive manner.
22. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.
23. Demonstrates appropriate use of lines of authority in clinical and operational matters when seeking direction, validating self-decision making, and resolving problematic issues.
24. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and in resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures in the division of nursing.
25. Demonstrates problem identification skills using existing PI tools/methods; demonstrates sound clinical and operational decision-making abilities based on current standards and resulting in prompt action/resolution.
26. Demonstrates an attitude of seeking knowledge and rationale for actions and shows ability to apply theory/data to the clinical settings.
27. Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
2. Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
3. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift and to adroitly manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines.
4. Physical strength to perform CPR(bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300 pounds (with assistance) as often as 20 times per 8-12 hours and perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
5. Physical strength to perform the following lifting tasks:
a. Floor to Knuckle- 40lbs
b. 12” to Knuckle- 50lbs
c. Knuckle to Shoulder- 30lbs
d. Shoulder to Overhead- 10lbs
e. Carry 14ft.- 30lbs
f. Push 25 ft.- 40ft/lbs
g. Pull 10 ft.- 40ft/lbs
h. Job Specific - Candidate will push 40ft/lbs. for 25ft to simulate pushing a wheelchair loaded with a patient.
i. Job Specific - Candidate will pull 40ft/lbs. for 10ft to simulate pulling a wheelchair loaded with a patient.
6. Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
7. Communications/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
8. Emotional stability conducive to dealing with a high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients/SO, fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands and their families, and the demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Neurology/Rheumatology Clinic Manager
Qualifications
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. Graduation from NLN accredited school of nursing
2. Current Illinois licensure
3. Appropriate nursing practice/experience (in past 3 years), or evidence of successful refresher program.
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category I - Maximal Risk - this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise and the like.
2. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.