Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
A licensed pending registered nurse contributes (under supervision) professional nursing knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to patients through the application of the nursing process

Education:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
Individuals hired after August 1, 2013 must obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) within (5) years of start date required.

Experience:

Previous experience preferred.

License(s)/Certifications:

Current licensure in good standing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire/start date.
Must possess and maintain current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within one year of hire/start date.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Clinical Excellence Focus:

Promotes the use of evidence-based practice through the nursing process, protocols and procedures

Work Environment and Culture Focus:

Coordinates the interdisciplinary care of the patient through collaboration with team members and utilizes additional resources when necessary

Patient Education Focus:

Assesses and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient's/family's age specific needs

Performance Improvement Focus:

Actively participates in data collection, analysis, and problem solving and gives input on process improvements and patient satisfaction