RN - Pulmonary Medicine Unit - Nights

Registered Nurse - Pulmonary Medicine UnitHourly Pay Range: $36.00 - $55.80 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.Position Highlights:Position: Registered Nurse - Pulmonary Medicine Unit - higher acuity patient populationLocation: Elmhurst, ILFull Time: 24hr a weekHours: 7am – 7pm with every 3rd weekend and holiday trackWhat You Will Do:Develops a plan of care that identifies interventions to achieve expected outcomes. Evaluates patient's progress toward attainment of outcomes, systematically revises diagnosis, interventions and expected outcomes as needed.Provides patient assessment and collection of health data involving patient, family and other health care providers.Communicates plan of care to patient and family regularly respecting the patient's wishes through acknowledgment of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes. Communicates patient data to physician and interdisciplinary team as indicated to achieve patient care needs. Documents patient health data, interventions and communications.Individualizes patient and family teaching based on a thorough assessment to meet their specific learning needs. Assesses patient's cultural background, learning style, learning barriers, and modifies teaching plan accordingly. Provides teaching on disease management strategies, emergency care and drug information when appropriate. Identifies community resources to support patient self-management of disease.Interacts with and contributes to professional development of peers, students and other health care providers as colleagues. Shares knowledge, provides feedback and contributes to an environment supportive of clinical education. Assigns or delegates tasks as needed.Nurture a compassionate environment by providing psychological supportProvide assistance to technical staff with injection of contrast, venipuncture, and administration of drugs, 02 therapy, and IV management.Participates in performance improvement activities and nursing research. Keeps abreast of research and practice trends in wound/ostomy/skin care through participation in professional networking, ongoing education, and self-directed learning activities. Supports staff in using research and providing evidence-based careIf skilled, conducts daily rounds of wound/ostomy/skin care patients. Monitors effectiveness of wound/ostomy treatment plans and other aspects of wound/ostomy/skin careComplies with HIPAA regulations.Assist in the transporting of acutely ill patients as needed.What You Will Need:Required Education, License and/or Certification, Skills and/or Experience:Associate Degree or higher in Nursing If Associate Degree in Nursing is the highest degree held, must graduate with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing within five years of position start date (effective September 1, 2021)Current incumbents with an RN Diploma are grandfathered ORRN Diploma Nurse if position start date is prior to September 1, 2021Active Illinois State Nursing LicenseAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association within 6 months of start dateBasic Life Support (BLS) - National CPR Foundation (NCPRF)Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart AssociationPreferred Education, Skills and/or Experience:Bachelor's in Nursing1 year of inpatient nursing experience is highly preferredBenefits:Premium pay for eligible employeesCareer Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementFree ParkingWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement Opportunities