Job Description

Overview: As a member of the interdisciplinary team, contributes professional nursing knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to patients through the application of the nursing process. Responsibilities:

Assesses patient's status through interview, observation and physical assessment of actual problems and outcomes


Develops an individualized plan of care using a collaborative approach with the patient/family and health care team.


Uses appropriate interventions identified in the plan of care to achieve expected patient outcomes


Systematically evaluates and documents patient's progress toward expected outcomes/goals on an ongoing basis throughout the shift


Modifies plan of care based on evaluation


Completes required documentation as appropriate, including patient chart and event reports


Demonstrates professional accountability for own practice as evidenced through seeking resources and continuing self-development


Demonstrates technical knowledge of equipment and troubleshoots when problems arise


Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in evidence-based nursing practice


Promotes the professional development of self and team members


Shares clinical knowledge through normal teaching and in response to the learning needs of others


Demonstrates a practical problem-solving approach to patient moving and handling issues (as applicable)


Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment (as applicable)


Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.


Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider's orders and hospital lab procedures/policies.


Analyzes clinical situations in a systematic way and acts to obtain resources or correct problems to meet or exceed expected outcomes or patient needs


Recognizes need for assistance and utilizes resources, including physician and nurse to nurse (UAT) consultation in a timely manner


Demonstrates ownership and persistence to ensure problem is resolved in best way possible.


Able to assume assignment of non-complex and some complex patient management with some turnover in assignment


Consistently prioritizes work based on changes in patient condition, changes in assignment and unanticipated interruptions


Identifies and utilizes team resources to solve identified problems or needs


Collaborates with the health care team in the organization of tasks and activities for the patient's care from admission to discharge according to the plan of care and to meet identified expected outcomes


Works with other team members in delegating tasks and activities appropriately


Provides goal-focused shift report


Advocates with physicians on patient's behalf when necessary


Utilizes communication and teamwork strategies aimed at promoting high team performance and achieving optimal patient outcomes and unit productivity


Chooses an appropriate and meaningful communication style when interacting with others: gives and accepts constructive feedback to/from peers.


Adapts teaching strategies based on patient's response, readiness to learn and level of comprehension


Takes cultural, age-specific, gender, and developmental factors into consideration when teaching patients about procedures, illness, hospital experience, etc.


Ensures patient safety in the hospital environment by following policy/procedures and adhering to National Patient Safety Goals


Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment (as applicable)


Utilizes SVI patient education system as a resource for patients and family members


Assures that the care provided is consistent with standards of care, evidence-based practices, national patient safety goals, core measures and other quality initiatives undertaken by the unit/hospital


Works with interdisciplinary team in identifying opportunities for improvement in patient care and patient/family satisfaction


Promptly and efficiently follows up on patient/family requests/needs - anticipates patient/family needs


Serves on unit-based councils


Identifies practice problems on the unit


Works on assigned projects, data collection, audits as assigned.


Qualifications: Certifications: Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), Education: College Diploma: Nursing (Required), Work Experience: Carle Health Company Overview:

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Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance(TM). We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is $33.32per hour - $57.31per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.