Rockford Il Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital Apply
We are seeking an experienced RN for our Cardiac Telemetry and Step-Down ICU units. Extensive Cardiac experience is required! The candidate must have current IL License, CPR, ACLS & NIHSS. RN must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and Flu.This position will float between Cardiac Telemetry and Step-Down ICU and may require occasional floating to two of our Medical Surgical units. This position will require every other weekend & holiday and 12 hours shifts (Nights 7P-7A).ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws/practice act. Documents according to standards of care.Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or hospital policy including patient and family instruction.Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.Utilizes clinical expertise & guidance to other units/departments in support of the patient s longitudinal plan of care.Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.
Shift: 7P-7A
Specialty Type: Nursing
Sub Specialties: Step Down,Telemetry Med / Surg,Telemetry Nurse,Telemetry Cardiac,Med-Surg Ortho,Med-surg Adult,Cardiac Progressive Care (CPCU)
General Certifications : ACLS BLS/BCLS
Nursing Certifications : NIHSS