Registered Nurse - Procedural Testing (PT Days, 8 Am - 4:30 Pm)

Job description

Overview
Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) department in Kankakee, Illinois. The PAT RN will play a crucial role in preparing patients for upcoming surgical procedures by conducting comprehensive assessments, educating patients about the preoperative process, and ensuring all necessary evaluations are completed. This position requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care. Additionally, this position requires flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.
Essential Duties
• Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough pre-admission assessments to evaluate patients' medical histories, physical conditions, and any specific needs related to their upcoming procedures.
• Education and Communication: Provide clear and comprehensive education to patients and their families regarding preoperative instructions, the surgical process, and postoperative care expectations.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that all necessary preoperative evaluations and tests are completed in a timely manner.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interactions, and educational sessions in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Risk Evaluation: Identify potential risks or concerns that may affect the patient's surgical outcome and communicate these effectively to the healthcare team.
• Patient Advocacy: Serve as a patient advocate, addressing any concerns or questions patients may have and ensuring their comfort and understanding throughout the pre-admission process.
• Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to safety protocols to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Patient Experience: Engage with patients and their families in a manner that promotes comfort, trust, and understanding. Address patient concerns with empathy and professionalism, striving to create a positive and supportive environment that fosters a sense of security and well-being.
• Employee Experience: Contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment. Offer constructive feedback and assistance to peers, and engage in open communication to promote a culture of mutual respect and teamwork.

Non-essential Duties
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to discussions on improving patient care and services.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new staff members and students as needed.

Responsibilities
Preferred Experience
• Previous experience on surgical unit and telemetry experience desirable

Required Licensure/Education
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• *New Graduate RNs starting on or after 1/1/25 must earn Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) within 3 years of start date.

Preferred Education
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree*
• Membership in ILSPAN and ASPAN professional organizations encouraged

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You:
Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes:
Compensation
• Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE:
• Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work

Employee Health Requirements
Exposure/Sensory Requirements:
Exposure to:
• Chemicals: Disinfectants, refer to MSDS
• Video Display Terminals: Average
• Blood and Body Fluids: Potential for exposure with each surgical procedure. Universal precautions followed on all procedures greatly reducing the risk to the personnel.
• TB or Airborne Pathogens: Potential for exposure with each surgical procedure. Universal precautions followed on all procedures greatly reducing the risk to the personnel.

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):
• Speech: Required to communicate with patients/families/staff/physicians.
• Vision: Required to read monitors, medication labels, doctor order sheets.
• Smell: Helpful for electrical/fire safety.
• Hearing: Necessary for phone/intercom/doorbell, alarms, fire alarms.
• Touch: Necessary to write, patient care.

Activity/Lifting Requirements:
Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
• Sit: 30%
• Twist: 6%
• Stand: 80%
• Crawl: 0%
• Walk: 10%
• Kneel: 1%
• Lift: 2%
• Drive: 0%
• Squat: 2%
• Climb: 0%
• Bend: 2%
• Reach above shoulders: 2%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
• Up to 10 lbs: rare
• Up to 20 lbs: rare
• Up to 35 lbs: rare
• Up to 60 lbs: rare
• Up to 75 lbs: rare
• Up to 100 lbs: rare
• Over 100 lbs: rare

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):
NA
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
• Sit: 30
• Twist: 0
• Stand: 0
• Crawl: 0
• Walk: 0
• Kneel: 0
• Lift: 0
• Drive: 0
• Squat: 0
• Climb: 0
• Bend: 0
• Reach above shoulders: 0

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):
• Simple grasp <5 lbs
• Normal weight: <5lbs
• Pushing & pulling - no greater than 35lbs without assistive device
• Fine Manipulation: Grasp pen to write/type, dial phone and intercom, open vials, instill eye drops, connect cables.

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Raise and lower PACU beds with moderate pressure.
Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:
• Environmental Factors (Time Spent):
• Inside hours: 8
• Outside hours: 0
• Temperature: Normal
• Range Lighting: Average
• Noise levels: Average
• Humidity: Normal Range
• Atmosphere: Fumes
• Special Hazards:
• Protective Clothing Required: OR scrubs supplied

Pay Range
USD $34.52 - USD $45.34 /Hr