Emergency Department Registered Nurse, IL Resource Team

Responsibilities

• Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care
• Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes
• Upholds and promotes a culture of safety
• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation
• Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications
• Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs

• 2 years ED RN Experience
• Certifications needed: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC
• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services
• Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
• Time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E-mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.)

Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and critical thinking in nursing care, with proficiency in evidence-based practices and effective communication. Maintains certifications and engages in professional development while ensuring patient safety and quality outcomes.

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)