Registered Nurse

Role: Registered Nurse Location- Chicago, IL Full time & On site ; Monday- Friday Responsibilities -Provides efficient and well-coordinated direct patient care following the Hospital policies and procedures and standards of care as set forth by the state and federal regulationsPerforms a thorough assessment of patient’s physical, psychosocial and/or emotional needsIdentifies and implements nursing interventionsInitiates patient’s discharge plan on admissionMonitors and reports patient’s symptoms, changes in status and diagnostic test resultsAdministers treatments and medication and serves as the patient’s resource on medication indication, dosage, frequency and side effectsObtains consent for psychotropic medications and seasonal immunizationsCoordinates patient care with physicians and interdisciplinary teamEducate patients on discharge instructionsCoordinating follow up care and home care needsAdheres to infection control protocols (e.g. CAUTI, CLABSI, VAE, SSI protocols, etc.)Maintains accurate medical record through complete and factual documentationParticipates in the hospital-wide quality assurance and performance improvement initiativesPrompt reporting of all types suspected and alleged abuse, adverse events, medication errors and all identified unsafe practices in the HospitalEnsures patient safety and satisfactionJob Requirements: Previous experience in skilled nursing center or hospital preferredMust have current Illinois RN license and BLS requiredBSN preferredBLS requiredMust have at least 1 year experience as a nurseBenefits:401(k) Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insurance