RN - General Surgery

Job Details

Description

Christie Clinic's department of General Surgery is seeking a full-time RN at the Fields clinic from Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, with no nights or weekend requirements. This position requires the ability to travel to Danville at the Riverfront about 1x/week.

Duties include the provision of professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices.

Possession of(or in the process of obtaining) an Illinois State Registered Nurse License and CPR/BLS are required. Professional nursing experience is preferred.

JOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.)

• Administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with nursing standards and as directed by provider.
• Prepare equipment and aid provider during treatment, examination and/or testing of the patient.
• Observe, record and report patient’s condition and reaction to medication and/or treatment to provider.
• Act as a liaison between the patient and provider regarding complaints, concerns, etc.
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to triage calls using nursing assessment.
• Order and maintain relevant medical supplies for department effectiveness.
• Instruct patient and family regarding medication, treatment instructions, date and location of surgery, pre and postoperative instructions and how the surgery will be performed.
• Perform all scheduling of surgeries and procedures at hospitals and procedure centers.
• Examine postoperative patients. Perform packing changes, suture removal, etc.
• Complete all office charges for clinic visits.
• Call for surgery referrals outside the clinic.
• Prepare patient information prior to appointment.
• Complete prior authorizations for surgeries through insurance companies.
• Perform related work as required.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Evidence of annual completion of health related courses and/or seminars with a certificate and/or CEU’s
  
  

Typical Physical Demands

Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching and lifting up to 75 pounds. Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required.

Typical Working Conditions

Work is performed in a clinical/surgical setting with possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, hazardous waste, bodily fluids and other waste common to a health care environment. Ionizing radiation and medicinal preparations are also common. Requirements may include working irregular hours.

Pay And Benefits

The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria.

We Also Offer a Substantial Benefits Package, Including

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, Birthday)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401k Plan
• Medical Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Vision Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance