Registered Nurse-Aru

Overview

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Inpatient Rehab unit in Kankakee, Illinois. The RN will provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients undergoing various treatments. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical and interpersonal skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a commitment to excellence in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Essential Duties

• Patient Assessment and Care Planning:
  Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients physical, emotional, and psychological needs. Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Treatment Administration:
  Administer medications, treatments, and procedures within scope as ordered by provider. Monitor patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Patient Monitoring:
  Continuously monitor patients' vital signs, physical condition, and response to interventions. Document all observations and changes in patient status accurately and promptly.
• Coordination of Care:
  Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and manage treatment plans effectively. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to discharge planning.
• Patient
  
  Education:
  
  Takes in consideration culture and age when educating patients and their families about their medical conditions, treatments, medication options, and post-discharge care. Provide support and resources to help patients manage their health and recovery.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and hospital documentation standards.
• Patient
  
  Experience:
  
  Engage with patients and their families in a manner that promotes comfort, trust, and understanding. Address patient concerns with empathy and professionalism, striving to create a positive and supportive environment that fosters a sense of security and well‑being.
• Employee
  
  Experience:
  
  Contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment. Offer constructive feedback and assistance to peers, and engage in open communication to promote a culture of mutual respect and teamwork.
• Emergency Response:
  Respond to medical emergencies with quick and effective intervention, including performing life‑saving procedures and stabilizing patients as needed.
• Infection Control:
  Adhere to infection control protocols and ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. Implement standard precautions and safety measures to prevent the spread of infections. Leverages nurse driven protocols to reduce healthcare acquired infections.
• For all acute stroke units:
  Satisfactorily complete all required continuing education hours regarding the care of acute stroke patients.
• Team member will maintain annual education requirements for hospital‑based certifications (e.g. DNV CARF and or others.

Non-essential Duties

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with best practices and advancements nursing practice.
• Completes all required education.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new staff members and students as needed.
• Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives, Evidence Based Practice, and research when applicable.

Preferred Experience

• Minimum of two years of acute care nursing experience preferred.

Required Licensure/Education

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing. New Graduate RNs starting on or after 1/1/25 must earn Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) within 3 years of start date.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• For pediatric unit: PALS Certification required within 1 year of hire
• For intensive care unit:
  Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 1 year of hire

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