Registered Nurse - ER

Position Summary

The registered nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patients# status, plan of care, and goal achievement. Care is provided in a compassionate, professional, ethical, and knowledgeable fashion based on the Caring Model, exemplifies the mission, vision and values of Rush Copley, and is in accordance with policies and procedures.

The registered nurse is expected to uphold the most ethical and safe processes while keeping the care of the patient as a top priority. The position works closely with the entire multidisciplinary team and must have a complete understanding of own limitations and, in turn, seek advice, judgment and support of others, when necessary.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS License: Current state of Illinois Registered Nurse license required.

Education

Associate#s Degree in Nursing required, Bachelor#s degree in Nursing preferred. For hires or transfers on/after 8/1/2013, must#attain a BSN within 5 years of hire/transfer date. Certifications: CPR required CEN preferred ACLS required within 3 months of employment. PALS and/or ENPC required within 12 months of employment.

TNCC required within 12 months of employment. ECRN required, based on availability of classes TNS, based on experience NIHSS required Special Skills: Strong role model skills to effectively assist unit staff and physicians Permission to give moderate sedation under the supervision of#the ordering physician Experience: Previous ED experience preferred RUSH salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data.

The pay range for each role reflects RUSH#s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.# Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.# Benefits can be found#here #