REGISTERED NURSE: 6w Adult OrthopedicsSHIFT:

Job SummaryUsing evidence-based practice clinical decision making compassion and skilled dialogue the registered nurse leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience. The nurse delivers and coordinates patient-centered care across the continuum to support the successful transition of patients to other healthcare delivery systems or their home communities. The registered nurse is responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the appropriate utilization of assessment diagnosis planning implementation and evaluation in accordance with established standards policies and procedures.Position Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with Current IL RN licenseBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) requiredCertification in your current area of specialty once meeting eligibility requirements.Current AHA CPRAbility to work weekends holidays and different shifts in order to accommodate staffingCertain positions may require to take callWork environment includes probability of exposure to adverse hazardous or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sickAbility to assist in evacuation of patients in the event of a fire or other disasterRoutinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patientsAbility to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unitAbility to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds or when patient is unable to assist with the lift patient handling equipment is expected to be used with at least one other team member when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.