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Position Summary: 
The registered nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patients' status, plan of care, and goal achievement.  Care is provided in a compassionate, professional, ethical, and knowledgeable fashion based on the Caring Model, exemplifies the mission, vision and values of Rush Copley, and is in accordance with policies and procedures. The registered nurse is expected to uphold the most ethical and safe processes while keeping the care of the patient as a top priority. The position works closely with the entire multidisciplinary team and must have a complete understanding of own limitations and, in turn, seek advice, judgment and support of others, when necessary.

Position Requirements: 

Current IL RN Licensure American Heart Association CPR, ACLS, & PALS required Minimum of 1 year of hospital experience required in critical care, PACU or ER setting. Minimum of 1 year of hospital experience required. Orthopedic and surgical experience are strongly preferred.  Must be willing to train in surgery at the surgicenter and at Rush Copley Medical Center. A BSN degree, if not already obtained, is required within 5 years of hire. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.  Care for patients before and after outpatient surgery procedures. Confirm and prepare paperwork related to the procedure. Perform patient assessments and monitoring patients. Setting up IVs and preparing patients for surgery. Monitoring patients in the PACU. Communicating with patients, families, and other health team members. Providing patient education and discharge instructions. Adapt quickly to the needs of each patient and the rapid turnover of patients. Strong organizational, critical thinking, and communication skills Will cross-train and be able to work at the surgicenter and the main campus hospital.