What are the responsibilities and job description for the Step Down/Tele RN position at Insigma?
Job Summary
- We are seeking an experienced RN for our Cardiac Telemetry / Stroke & Neuro Unit. Extensive Cardiac experience is required! The candidate must have current IL License, CPR, ACLS & NIHSS. RN must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and Flu.
- This position will require every other weekend & holiday and 12 hours shifts (Nights 7P - 7A).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws/practice act.
- Documents according to standards of care.
- Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or hospital policy including patient and family instruction.
- Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.
- Utilizes clinical expertise & guidance to other units/departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.
- Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and interpret patients' telemetry readings
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to create and implement patient care plans
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
- Educate patients and their families on disease processes, treatments, and self-care techniques
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide immediate care as needed
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of internal medicine and anatomy
- Experience in memory care, infection control, dementia care, specimen collection processing, infectious disease care, toddler care, case management, and ventilator management is preferred
- Current RN license with Telemetry certification
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make critical decisions effectively
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $57.26 - $61.09 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Telemetry
Ability to Commute:
- Rockford, IL 61103 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Rockford, IL 61103: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $57 - $61
