Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Telemetry
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, IL
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Sign-On Bonus

“This position is eligible for a $10,000.00 sign on bonus, payable after hire.” 

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Position Requirements:Graduate from an accredited school of nursingSee Education Addendum for site specific requirements Good communication skillsGood computer skillsGood time management and organizational skillsFamiliarity with patient care equipment Current Illinois RN licenseCurrent CPRCertifications/education required for the nursing specialty ~ See Certification Addendum Ability to work weekends holidays and different shifts in order to accommodate staffingCertain positions may need to take callAbility to transport objects patients and equipmentAbility to respond quickly to patient needs and work at fast paceWork 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 associate when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case~by~case basis.Purpose:Using 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.A