RN - Chest Med

Overview The Ambulatory Nurse utilizes a systematic approach to nursing by incorporating assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the practice of nursing. Provides healthcare to individuals, families, and communities within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing. Qualifications Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire – American Heart Association (AHA). Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). College diploma in Nursing. Responsibilities Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice. Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice. Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate. Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups. Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students. Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes. Assists Nursing Supervisor/coordinator in the development of departmental standing orders. Completes Certificates of Medical Necessity for durable medical equipment and oxygen. Responsible for ordering and inventory of medications used in clinic. Triage phone calls and ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate. Processes medication refills and completes prior authorizations for medications and procedures. Administers injections. Coordinates scheduling of procedures such as bronchoscopies and EBUS procedures. Completes CMNs daily. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $30.39 per hour–$52.27 per hour. The actual compensation offered will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information: View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr