Horizon Health is a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors.

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse assists the staff and providers in patient care and workflow. The Registered Nurse evaluates health problems according to urgency, educates and advises the patient while making safe, effective, and appropriate dispositions. The Registered Nurse has administrative and clinical skills. Communicates with and assists in direct care of patients and families. Ensures timely flow of patients and assists the healthcare provider to provide optimal care to patients of all age groups. Possesses the knowledge and skills required to complete assignments at a proficient level.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities/Accountabilities):

• Good rapport with co-workers and medical providers. Works to create a pleasant work environment; to be viewed as an asset to the patient’s medical team.
• Prepares patients for exam by healthcare provider, assisting with exam as needed.
• Prepares, administers, and orders medication with delegation as directed by provider and documents appropriately.
• Responsible for the completion and proper documentation of point of care testing, if performed in department.
• Shares and discusses diagnostic results from completed tests as delegated by provider.
• Handles variety of telephone calls using triage to prioritize patient requests and phone call priorities.
• Adds patients to schedule and monitors patient throughput.
• Uses office equipment to accomplish communication and coordination of patient care.
• Maintains physical office environment and equipment. Reports equipment in need of repair.
• Performs intake of patient office visits capturing historical and current wellness information including screenings as well as a complete set of vitals.
• Inventories supplies and communicates needs.
• Communicates with interdisciplinary services regarding patient needs as indicated utilizing behavioral standards.
• Professionally communicates and practices good customer service; demonstrates friendly and caring attitude toward patients and families.
• Follows proper infection control procedures.
• Obtains specimens and complies with appropriate handling guidelines.
• Queues up orders and testing for authorized sign off.
• Prioritizes incoming communications and results to manage the clinical workflows.
• Assists with obtaining prior authorizations with insurance companies.
• Receives and provides report for patient’s status between various levels of care within departments.
• Provides front line service recovery.
• Provides patient education regarding new diagnosis, chronic disease progression and new medications.

The responsibilities listed above are not all-inclusive; other activities may be required in support of the hospital’s goals and objectives.

Position Requirements:

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing
• Current Illinois license as an RN
• Current BLS certification or obtain within 30 days of hire
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of nursing process and use of the same
• Good nursing practice skills
• Ability to perform complex and varied tasks in a fast-paced work environment subject to stress and interruption

Position Information:

Location: 727 E. Court Street Paris, IL 61944

Hours: one week Monday- Thursday 8am-5pm, next week Monday- Friday 8am-5pm and so on

Horizon Health is committed to caring not only for our patients, but for our staff as well. We offer you an extensive total compensation and benefits package. As an employee of Horizon Health, your benefits include a competitive salary, medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee 403(b), health savings account with Company match, as well as Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays.

Intrigued? Don’t wait, apply today. We are actively reviewing applicants for our next Clinic RN. Be part of an organization that is dedicated to the growth and development of its colleagues. Here at Horizon Health, our employees speak for themselves. Join our family & begin an incredible career!