Registered Nurse (RN)

Department: Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Title: Emergency Services

Status: Non- exempt; PRN

Hours: Varies

Salary: $33.90-$45.50

Pay based on experience

Description:

Pana Community Hospital is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Emergency Department Team. As an Emergency Department nurse, you will be responsible for triaging, planning, and implementing care of the patient along with providing support and education to family members.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the examination, assessment, and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician or advanced nurse practitioner.
• Room patients and accurately document medical history, chief complaints, medications, and other relevant information in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Measure and record vital signs, perform point-of-care testing, administer medications and immunizations as ordered, and perform basic procedures within scope of practice.
• Coordinate patient care plans with multiple departments, including laboratory, diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, and home health services.
• Provide patient education on chronic disease management, preventive care, and prescribed treatment plans.
• Triage patient phone calls, address clinical inquiries, and relay provider instructions as appropriate.
• Prepare and stock exam rooms and maintain cleanliness and readiness of clinical areas.
• Schedule patient appointments, manage follow-up care, and ensure continuity of care through proactive outreach and communication.

Requirements:

• Current Illinois license as a Registered Nurse.
• Valid certification – current BLS, ACLS (and obtain PALS and NRP within 6 months of hire).
• 1-2 years prior experience preferred.

Come join our team at Pana Community Hospital!