Registered nurse - Special procedures lab (30 hrs/Wk, days)
Riverside Healthcare·Kankakee, Illinois
Riverside Healthcare·Kankakee, Illinois
Deliver safe and compassionate nursing care to surgical patients within the Special Procedure Lab, including post-procedure monitoring and treatment administration. Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans and ensure regulatory compliance through accurate documentation.
The Registered Nurse (RN) in Special Procedure Lab at Riverside Healthcare is responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate care to surgical patients.
The registered nurse is responsible for the administration of the total nursing care within the Special Procedure Lab physical environment, administrative structure and according to established policies and procedures.
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.
Additionally, this position requires flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.
Essential Duties Patient Assessment, Monitoring, and Care Planning: Perform comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of patients post-procedure, monitoring vital signs, level of consciousness, pain levels, and overall recovery progress.
Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, implementing interventions as needed, and escalate care to the appropriate medical providers when necessary.
Develop and implement individualized care plans based on the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of the patient in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Post-Procedural Care and Treatment Administration: Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and procedures, including IV medications, pain management, and sedation reversal as appropriate.
Provide wound care and ensure all surgical sites are properly monitored for signs of infection or complications.
Patient Education and Support: Educate patients and families on post-procedural care, medications, activity restrictions, and follow-up appointments.
Provide compassionate support and clear instructions to ease patient and family anxiety, promoting a smooth recovery process.
Offer resources and guidance for managing health and recovery post-discharge.
Collaboration and Coordination of Care: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care, manage treatment plans, and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments and interventions, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to safety protocols to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Emergency Response and Infection Control: Respond quickly and effectively to medical emergencies, performing life-saving procedures and stabilizing patients as required.
Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
Assist with procedural setup and maintenance of a sterile environment.
Ongoing Education: Engage in ongoing training to stay current with best practices and evidence-based care.
.5 to 1.0 FTE Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program
.001 to .49 FTE: Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work Employee Health Requirements Exposure/Sensory Requirements: Exposure to: Chemicals: Disinfectants, refer to MSDS Video Display Terminals: Average Blood and Body Fluids: Potential for exposure with each surgical procedure. Universal precautions followed on all procedures greatly reducing the risk to the personnel. TB or Airborne Pathogens: Extreme potential for exposure with each surgical procedure. Universal precautions followed on all procedures greatly reducing the risk to the personnel Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch): Speech: Required to communicate with patients/families/staff/physicians.
Required to read monitors, medication labels, doctor order sheets.
Helpful for electrical/fire safety.
Necessary for phone/intercom/doorbell, alarms, fire alarms.
Usd $37.54 - Usd $50.29 /Hr
Requires a nursing degree and a current Illinois Registered Nurse license, with BLS certification and ACLS/PALS certifications required within 6 months. A BSN is preferred, and new graduates must obtain one within three years of hire.
Market context
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