Registered Nurse (RN)

Thorek Memorial Hospital is a stable community hospital with its roots in Chicago for almost 100 years. We are dedicated to excellence in patient care, serving our community, and committed to the continued learning of our employees. We are currently seeking a *Full-time* or *Part-time Staff Nurse* to join our nursing team and our growing hospital. The ideal Staff Nurse candidate can demonstrate an understanding of essential nursing competencies and apply them in a fast-paced environment. *The responsibilities of the Staff Nurse include, but are not limited to:* * Provides efficient and well-coordinated direct patient care following the Hospital policies and procedures and standards of care as set forth by the state and federal regulations * Performs a thorough assessment of patient’s physical, psychosocial and/or emotional needs * Identifies and implements nursing interventions * Initiates patient’s discharge plan on admission * Monitors and reports patient’s symptoms, changes in status and diagnostic test results * Administers treatments and medication and serves as the patient’s resource on medication indication, dosage, frequency and side effects * Obtains consent for psychotropic medications and seasonal immunizations * Coordinates patient care with physicians and interdisciplinary team * Educate patients on discharge instructions * Coordinating follow up care and home care needs * Adheres to infection control protocols (e.g. CAUTI, CLABSI, VAE, SSI protocols, etc.) * Maintains accurate medical record through complete and factual documentation * Participates in the hospital-wide quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives * Prompt reporting of all types suspected and alleged abuse, adverse events, medication errors and all identified unsafe practices in the Hospital * Ensures patient safety and satisfaction *Job Requirements: * * *Previous experience in skilled nursing center or hospital preferred* * *Must have current Illinois RN license and BLS required* * *BSN preferred* * *BLS required* * *Must have at least 1 year experience as a nurse* Thorek is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Work Location: In person