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Full Time
10/15/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
10/15/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Ensures good communication with patients/family by utilizing meaningful hourly rounding, bedside shift report and whiteboardsWorks with critical care team for ICU lite patientsWorks with hospitalists for Advanced Care patients
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants OnlyPosition Highlights: NT4 Ortho-Urology Surgical UnitNumberof beds on unit: 41Patientpopulation (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): NT4 is 41- bed unitspecializing in the care of acute ortho and urology surgical patients. Weare DNV certified for our hip and knee replacement surgeries. Surgicalpatients on this unit includes limb trauma patients, as well low acuity medical patients. With Carle being a level trauma center most regional trauma patients will be admitted to this unit.Nurse to Patient ratio: 1:4-6Departmentculture and resources: North Tower 4 is a fast paced throughput unit that highly collaborates with physical and occupational therapists. The average length of stay for most patients is a max of three days, so staff canexperience the entire recovery process of the patient. We focus on being ateam to provide the best and safest care to our community. Our patientsappreciate the kind and positive reassurance they receive from our staff.Additionally resources for the unit include: a full-time educator,part-time educator, 2 nurse supervisors, a manager, and charge nurses.Frequentnursing skills/equipment used: Wound Vacs, JPdrains, Buck’stractions, external fixators, lift equipment, orthotic devices (boots, slings, walker, etc), chest tubes, Foley/IV/Mediport insertions, Centralline care and lab draws, Nursing prioritization, IV pumps, PCA pumps, Feeding pumps, SCDs, Telemetry monitoring, Patient connectionPerforms all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Assess ortho and medical/surgical patients every shiftEducate ortho and medical/surgical patients on wound care, proper mobility, self-care, medication management, care transition needs and any additional patient specific needsCoordinate with physician and surgeon partners on the care of ortho and medical/surgical patientsDelegate and monitor interventions of the HCT staffSet up ortho traction and manipulate surgical traction devices for mobility and wound careManage wound appliances such as wound vacs, drains, pouches and other urological devices
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants OnlyPosition Highlights: 9A Medical- SurgicalNumber of beds on unit: 24 private bedsPatient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): Medical-surgical, unit that serves patients admitted for illness, surgery, testing for various diagnoses. The unit serves patients typically above 17 years of age.Nurse to Patient ratio: 1:5 (occasionally 1:6)Department culture and resources: 9A is a fast-paced unit with medically complex patients. The nurses and HCTs on the unit work collaboratively with the providers, patient families, therapists, and pharmacists to provide safe and quality care. The success of patient care is strongly rooted in teamwork and communication. The unit leadership focuses on reinforcing teamwork and individual growth through employee engagement and various opportunities within the organization.Frequent nursing skills/equipment used: Nursing assessments, medication administration, collaboration with multiple disciplines, and the ability to communicate patient care needs with the care team. Hands-on skills such as IV insertion, foley insertion, tracheostomy care, using plum pump for fluid and medication administration, administering tube feeding, wound care and wound vacs, and ostomy bag care. BLS (within 30 days of hire).Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
10/17/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants OnlyPosition Highlights: NT6 ObservationNumber of beds on unit: 35Patient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): The Observation Unit is a 35-bed unit that provides acute care for issues ranging from cardiac, to general surgery, to behavioral health. These patients receive holistic care that reflect the values and mission of Carle Foundation Hospital. Patients’ goal length of stay is 24-48 hours.Nurse to Patient ratio: 1:5-6Department culture and resources: The Observation unit is a fast-pace, team-oriented unit. We work closely with our physician partners and ancillary team members to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. We have a robust Partnership Committee that meets monthly. We have a unit-based educator, 2 nurse supervisors, charge nurses and a discharge nurse.Frequent nursing skills/equipment used: Foley/IV/NG insertions, Nursing prioritization, IV pumps, Lift equipment, SCDs, Telemetry monitoring, Patient connectionPerforms all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Assess IV sites every 4 hours. Start new IVs per Carle policyMust maintain documentation standards as evidenced by passed quarterly chart auditsMust attend 5 out 6 staff meetings per yearIdentify change in patient status and respond appropriately
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only RN>1yr The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Provide direct care of CVMS patients (post op day one CABG, thoracotomy and vascular surgery patients)Maintain clean and tidy work environmentMaintain hospital and unit based competenciesHourly Rounding on patientsProactively seek out opportunities to assist internal and external customersMaintain clean and tidy work environment
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Compassionate, innovative, versatile, skilled are the traits of the Urology Registered Nurse (RN). Are you looking to join a team that embraces diversity and encourages collaboration to deliver exceptional patient care You can become an essential member of our highly skilled and cohesive Urology team by demonstrating a focus on patients, effective communication, professionalism and teamwork. The Urology RN team is instrumental in providing patient education, triage, care coordination, and office-based procedural care and treatments, including cystoscopy, biopsy, and treatments for bladder cancer.Urology offers a wide variety of opportunities not only for personal and professional growth, but for work-life balance as well through flexible scheduling options. Come join the Urology team at a Magnet designated facility, ranked as one of America’s 50 Best, where we utilize evidence-based practice in order to maintain the high quality standards of the Carle Health System. On this team, you are guaranteed to learn, grow, and feel welcome!Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice. Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups.Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.Assists Nursing Supervisor/coordinator in the development of departmental standing orders.Provides pre-operative education to surgical patients, including verbal instruction, appropriate printed education and documentation in the patient's medical recordAssist physicians with office-based proceduresPerforms telephone triage of urology patients and collaborates with the medical team to determine and execute plan of care for patientCollaboration with other departments and disciplines to direct care and interventions for urology patientsProficient with urinary catheter insertion, changes and collects and process patient specimens accuratelyAssessment of surgical wounds and appropriate dressing changes, including suture and/or staple removal
Full Time
10/16/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only Position Highlights: R4 Medical- SurgicalNumber of beds on unit: 15 units, available to flex up to 20Patient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): Medical-surgical, variety of diagnosis . Adult population over 17 years of age. Semi-private rooms.Nurse to Patient ratio: 1:5-6Department culture and resources: Fast paced unit with medically complex patients. Unit relies on strong communication skills between all team members. Supportive teamwork plays huge role in success of care of the patient population and staff satisfaction.Frequent nursing skills/equipment used: Assessment, all forms medication administration, good communication skills with provider team, IV insertion, ADL needs. Use of plum pump, wound vacs, telemetry monitoring, tube feeding pumps and electronic EMR. Basic BLS (within 30 days of hire) and ACLS (within 1 year of hire).Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCTs and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safetyEffectively manages time to enable the quick admission/discharge process for Observation status patients and facilitates completion of patient testing to move patients quickly towards discharge disposition
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Scheduling options: -40hrs/wk 7A-530P Mon-Fri 4 days/wk -36hrs/wk 8a-530P or 730a-5P Mon-Fri 4 days/wk *This positionis a department float position that will coverCV surgery* The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Telephone TriageMedication RefillsPatient Throughput for Assigned Physicians throughout clinic experienceManages HVI IR RN Worklist, to include preauthorization and scheduling challengesParticipates in care of patient and resource for outpatient vein proceduresResource for IR Physician and APP for outpatient appointments
Full Time
11/10/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
***$10,000 Sign on Bonus for Experienced RN's*** Position Highlights: CT8 Cardio/Pulm/Med/SurgNumber of beds on unit: 50 beds (divided between 2 , A side with 24 beds and B side with 26 beds)Patientpopulation (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): Primarilycardiac patients with cardiac drips and post cardiac procedures, pulmonarypatients and medical-surgical overflow with avariety of diagnoses. Adult population over 17 years of age.Nurse to Patient ratio: 1:4-6Department culture and resources: Fast paced unit with medically complex patients. Unit relies on strong communicationskills between all team members, especially with the Heart and VascularInstitute procedural area. Supportive teamwork is crucial among team members on the unit to provide high quality care. New and experienced teammembers empower each other to drive new patient care initiatives andpromote a culture of inclusion. Frequent nursing skills/equipment used: Skills include: Fullhead-to-toe assessments, initiation and management ofcardiac drips, interrogation of cardiac devices, pre and post proceduralcare including cardiac catheterization, pacemaker/ICD placement, ablation and revascularization; administration of medication via multiple routes,communication with interdisciplinary teams. Equipment used: IV pumps, wound vacs, telemetry monitoring, tube feeding pumps, Zoll defibrillatorand electronic EMR. Basic BLS (within 30 days of hire) and ACLS(within 1 year of hire).Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Manage care of acute and chronically ill cardiac and pulmonary patientsCollaboratively identify patient goals of care, design and maintain care plans with patient and familyImplement interventions as needed including medication administration and evaluation of effectsPrepare patients for procedures, pain management, IV venipuncture, blood administration, monitor labsDischarge patients and provide instruction for safe transition from hospitalDocument all care using EMREnsure team huddles are occurringEvaluation of patientsDelegate with appropriate follow- upAnswer call lightsEnsure basic care such as turning, toileting, etc is done per standards of careConflict managementProfessional communication with all team members
Full Time
11/10/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
***$10,000 Sign On Bonus Experienced RN's >1yr and extra incentive to work Weekends***Position Highlights: NT4 Ortho-Urology Surgical UnitNumberof beds on unit: 41Patientpopulation (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): NT4 is 41- bed unitspecializing in the care of acute ortho and urology surgical patients. Weare DNV certified for our hip and knee replacement surgeries. Surgicalpatients on this unit includes limb trauma patients, as well low acuity medical patients. With Carle being a level trauma center most regional trauma patients will be admitted to this unit.Nurse to Patient ratio: 1:4-6Departmentculture and resources: North Tower 4 is a fast paced throughput unit that highly collaborates with physical and occupational therapists. The average length of stay for most patients is a max of three days, so staff canexperience the entire recovery process of the patient. We focus on being ateam to provide the best and safest care to our community. Our patientsappreciate the kind and positive reassurance they receive from our staff.Additionally resources for the unit include: a full-time educator,part-time educator, 2 nurse supervisors, a manager, and charge nurses.Frequentnursing skills/equipment used: Wound Vacs, JPdrains, Buck’stractions, external fixators, lift equipment, orthotic devices (boots, slings, walker, etc), chest tubes, Foley/IV/Mediport insertions, Centralline care and lab draws, Nursing prioritization, IV pumps, PCA pumps, Feeding pumps, SCDs, Telemetry monitoring, Patient connectionPerforms all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Assess ortho and medical/surgical patients every shiftEducate ortho and medical/surgical patients on wound care, proper mobility, self-care, medication management, care transition needs and any additional patient specific needsCoordinate with physician and surgeon partners on the care of ortho and medical/surgical patientsDelegate and monitor interventions of the HCT staffSet up ortho traction and manipulate surgical traction devices for mobility and wound careManage wound appliances such as wound vacs, drains, pouches and other urological devices
Full Time
11/9/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only Position Highlights: 9A Medical- SurgicalNumber of beds on unit: 24 private bedsPatient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): Medical-surgical, unit that serves patients admitted for illness, surgery, testing for various diagnoses. The unit serves patients typically above 17 years of age.Nurse to Patient ratio: 1:5 (occasionally 1:6)Department culture and resources: 9A is a fast-paced unit with medically complex patients. The nurses and HCTs on the unit work collaboratively with the providers, patient families, therapists, and pharmacists to provide safe and quality care. The success of patient care is strongly rooted in teamwork and communication. The unit leadership focuses on reinforcing teamwork and individual growth through employee engagement and various opportunities within the organization.Frequent nursing skills/equipment used: Nursing assessments, medication administration, collaboration with multiple disciplines, and the ability to communicate patient care needs with the care team. Hands-on skills such as IV insertion, foley insertion, tracheostomy care, using plum pump for fluid and medication administration, administering tube feeding, wound care and wound vacs, and ostomy bag care. BLS (within 30 days of hire).Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants OnlyThe staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
The Home Care Field RN is a professional caregiver who is a member of the interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include the coordination and provision of direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process to meet the physical, psychosocial, environmental, and spiritual needs of Carle Home Services specific patient populations and families throughout the geographical area.Demonstrates understanding of Medicare Home Care benefits including covered services, recertifications, transfers, and non-recertifications. Follows regulatory requirements regarding documentation standards.Comprehends department specific indicators.Performs case management activities of assessment, coordination, planning, monitoring, implementation, and evaluation. Interacts with clients, caregivers and families to assess, plan care, arrange services, monitor, and provide support and education.Consistently completes all admission documentation within policy guidelines.Returns admission documents to office complete and in a timely manner (according to policy).Completes required OASIS/485 changes within 24 hours of receiving them.Completes visits notes and telephone conversations records and transmitted timely according to policy (includes physician orders, admission, routine, supervisory, telephone and discharge notes.)Ensures Physician Orders are written timely, corrections to care plans are entered and transmitted according to time line.Reviews verbal orders with MD office, written and evidenced as read-back, completed immediately and transmitted within time frame established by policy. Once documented and transmitted orders are never changed. Ensures patient visit string(s) are added to the record to make sure visits are not missed.Ensures proper acronym is evident on all physician orders.Completes Home Health Aide supervisory visits.Acts as the coordinator of the health care team in order to maintain the proper linkages within the continuum of care.Collaboratively communicates and initiates case conferencing as necessary and documents interacts (other disciplines, MD, care coordinator, insurers, etc.). Communicates pertinent information for patient care conferences on all admits done by him/her.Practices in a manner sensitive to the needs of patients and families. Provides care according to plan of care and orders.Directs the activities of the licensed practical nurse.Makes home health aide assignments, prepare written instructions for the aide and supervises the aide in the patient home.Demonstrates adequate knowledge of State and Federal regulatory and accreditation guidelines which is evidenced by daily performance.Perform OASIS assessments for admissions, recertifications, resumptions and discharges.Performs complex wound care including wound vacs, packing, removal of staples or sutures.Monitors central lines including PICC and Hickman catheters and performs dressing changes per agency protocol.Accesses mediports for IV infusion and/or blood draws and flushes per agency protocol.Performs case management for patients assigned to her/his case load.Communicates with MD per phone or electronically regarding patient updates and condition changes.
Full Time
11/10/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Administers medications necessary for procedure.Manages care of patients during moderate sedation.Monitors hemodynamics throughout procedure.Provides outline documentation of procedure events.Understanding use of supplies and equipment used in various procedures.
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Special Summer Incentive*Sign on bonus - $10,000 3yr Commitment*Vacation accrual based on RN experiencefor nurses with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Receives patient Bedside Shift Report from an RN at the beginning of each shift, ensuring the inclusion of the patient input, visual validation of a safe patient room environment at the time of shift change and updating of the patient communication board found in each patient roomDelegates patient care tasks/responsibilities to assigned HCT’s and validates completion of delegated tasks throughout the shiftCompletes and documents basic RN patient care activities such assessments, interpretation of vital signs, ensure physician order completion, admission/discharge of patients, hourly rounding completion on each assigned patient, care plan documentation and patient educationMeets Carle Med/Surg RN documentation standards for each assigned patientRN will provide patient medications utilizing the patient 5 Rights: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Route, Right Dose and Right TimeMaintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safetyMaintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environmentKeeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needsUses critical thinking to evaluate the overall patient condition and uses nursing judgement to identify and act on changes in patient statusEffectively communicates within the healthcare team to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, effective patient care coordination and patient safety
Full Time
11/6/2024
Rantoul, IL 61868
(12.0 miles)
The Ambulatory Nurse utilizes a systematic approach to nursing by incorporating assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the practice of nursing.Provides healthcare to individuals, families, and communities within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing.Main focus of the Medicare Wellness nurse will be to complete Medicare Annual Wellness visits with eligible patients; in addition, help with clinic nursing responsibilities as defined or needed.Ensures understanding of CMS Medicare Annual Wellness Visit requirements/visit workflowsProvides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice. Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups.Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.Assists Nursing Supervisor/coordinator in the development of departmental standingorders.Works with Nursing Supervisor to ensure department is compliant with DNV standards.Perform telephone visits with eligible Annual Wellness Visit patientsCompleteAWV as assigned per departmental benchmarks/guidelinesAssist with coordination of care for patients age 18-150.Perform telephone triage of both acute & chronic needs for patients age 18-150.Assist with in office procedures, such as incision & drainage, joint injections.Administration of immunizations & medications to patients age 18-150
Full Time
11/6/2024
Mahomet, IL 61853
(14.6 miles)
**Mon-Wed in Mahomet Clinic and Friday in Monticello Clinic**The Ambulatory Nurse utilizes a systematic approach to nursing by incorporating assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the practice of nursing. Provides healthcare to individuals, families, and communities within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing.Main focus of the Medicare Wellness nurse will be to complete Medicare Annual Wellness visits with eligible patients; in addition, help with clinic nursing responsibilities as defined or needed.Ensures understanding of CMS Medicare Annual Wellness Visit requirements/visit workflowsProvides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice. Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups.Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.Assists Nursing Supervisor/coordinator in the development of departmental standing orders.Works with Nursing Supervisor to ensure department is compliant with DNV standards.Perform telephone visits with eligible Annual Wellness Visit patientsComplete AWV as assigned per departmental benchmarks/guidelinesAssist with coordination of care for patients age 18-150.Perform telephone triage of both acute & chronic needs for patients age 18 -150.Assist with in office procedures, such as incision & drainage, joint injections.Administration of immunizations & medications to patients age 18-150
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
To perform routine and specialized diagnostic radiological procedures for patients of all ages in order to confirm or deny required treatment. This requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist.Performs radiologic diagnostic procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of the department to assigned patients of all ages.* Exhibits competency in performing and imaging radiographic and specialized procedures.* Deviates from routines when the patient's condition requires it or at the request of the radiologist* Knowledgeable of invasive procedures and sterile tray setup and schedules procedures appropriately* Obtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure information as applicable* Follows Joint Commission patient safety goals* Maintains quality care throughout the procedure* Practices radiation protection through shielding whenever possibleMaintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in multiple areas of the department.* Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware, software, c-arms, and standing x-ray equipment* Performs reasonable troubleshooting* Checks and observes equipment for general safety, maintenance, and appropriate operation* Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels* Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific areas and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room.Performs support functions of the department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met.* Promptly processes images and paperwork according to proper procedures to ensure timely turnaround.* Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care.* Assists with office responsibilities.* Promptly and accurately completes all fields in the radiology system, i.e. number of images repeated contrast reactions, exam data entry, and start and stop times of exam.* Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programsAssumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologist/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost effective care for our patients. * Shares knowledge, guides and encourages fellow technologist/students with proper department protocol and procedures* Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologist/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment* Completes care while conserving resources, preventing waste of supplies* Uses low time to improve areas appearance and accept additional assignment, i.e. cassette cleaning, apron testing
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Sign on Bonus Available!!! $7,500 greater than 1year of experience$5,000 less than 1year of experienceRelocation Bonus Available!!!$2,500 Relocation Bonus (over 50 miles)(External Candidates Only)Evaluates and treats patients of all ages, modifying plan of care as appropriate. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.Demonstrates ability to perform patient transfers with assistance as needed from bed, chair and floor, if applicable. Is aware of and demonstrates safe and appropriate body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury to self, staff and patients.Demonstrates respect by treating our patients and each other with dignity and respect, being empathetic and caring, and staying fully engaged with those who need our services.Designs an appropriate plan of care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plan. Adjusts the care based on patient response and available evidence.Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods.Evaluates clinical findings to determine physical therapy diagnoses and outcomes of care.Performs examination, selecting reliable and valid examination methods relevant to the chief complaint, results of screening, and history.Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Process Policy (CTSCP67).Screens patients using procedures to determine the effectiveness of and need fortherapy services, if appropriate.Uses support personnel according to legal standards and ethical guidelines. Monitors the care delivered by support personnel and provides regular feedback.If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements.Evaluates patients impairments related to orthopedic and neurologic conditionsEstablishes a plan of care based on functional deficits and patients' goalsCompletes objective testing for range of motion, strength, and performance of daily functional tasksCompletes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMRApplies tape for stabilization, facilitation, or inhibition of movementCompletes therapeutic modalities as appropriate including ultrasound, interferential, iontophoresisCommunicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
The CT Technologist performs computerized axial tomography procedures utilizing various imaging equipment and contrast material. Prepares and administers contrast material based on Carle policies and procedures.Performs computerized axial tomography procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols. This includes performing multiplanar reformats and/or 3D rendered images independently. Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate. Reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam. Administers IV contrast, and oral/rectal contrast when appropriate. Recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions.Sceens the patient for possibility of pregnancy and performs pregnancy testing if applicable.Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of CT Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence.Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity.May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer.Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.Required secondary registries are not required for cross trained modalities at HRHC unless otherwise required by specific compliance, licensure, or accrediting bodies.Performs computerized axial tomography procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams as outlined in department protocols including performing multi-planar reformats and/or 3D rendered images independently. Reviews case with the radiologist when appropriate.Administers IV contrast syringes, and oral/rectal contrasts when appropriate and recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions. Administers IV contrast material by means of existing IV line or by performing veni-puncture and placing IV line.Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist.Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the web server/EA viewer and email system to send exams for preliminary readings after hours.Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
The duel modality CT and Xray technologist will cover our after hour on call needs for the Radiology department. The technologist will performed various computerized axial tomography and x-ray imaging procedures on various imaging equipment and possibly administering contrast material based on Carle policies and procedures.Performs computerized axial tomography procedures and assign invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and / or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols. This includes performing multiplanar reformats and /or 3D rendered images independently. Reviews cases with the Radiologist when appropriate. reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam. Administers IV contrast, and oral/rectal contrast when appropriate. Recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions. Screens the patient for possibility of pregnancy and performs pregnancy testing if applicable.Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of CT Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence.Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity.May be required to preform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist.Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.Able to respond and be ready to work within 30 minutes of being alerted by Carle that they are needed for their shift.Performs computerized axial tomography procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams as outlined in department protocols including performing multi-planar reformats and/or 3D rendered images independently. Reviews case with the radiologist when appropriate.Administers IV Contrast syringes, and oral/rectal contrasts when appropriate and recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions. Administers IV contrast material by means of existing IV line or by preforming veni-puncture and placing IV line.Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and /or Radiologist.Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the web server/ EA viewer and email system to send exams for preliminary readings after hours.Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
To perform routine and specialized diagnostic radiological procedures for patients of all ages in order to confirm or deny required treatment. This requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist.Patient CarePerforms radiologic diagnostic procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages.* Exhibits competency in performing and imaging radiographic and specialized procedures* Deviates from routines when the patient's condition requires it or at the request of the radiologist* Knowledgeable of invasive procedures, sterile tray set up, assisting radiologist, orders labs and pathology tests, and schedules procedures appropriately* Obtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure information as applicable* Follows JCAHO patient safety goals* Maintains quality care throughout the procedure* Practices radiation protection through shielding whenever possible* Performs lab testing as appropriateClinical Excellence* Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in multiple areas of the department.* Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware, software, portables and c-arms, GU rooms, general rooms, fluoro rooms* Performs reasonable trouble-shooting* Checks and observes equipment for general safety, maintenance, and appropriate operation* Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels* Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that roomDepartmental SupportPerforms support functions of the Medical Imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met. Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost effective care for our patients.* Promptly processes images in CR/DR/PACS and paper work according to proper procedures to ensure timely turn around in providing a report to the physician's office* Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care, transporting patients to and from the department as required* Promptly and accurately completes all fields in the HIS Radiant/PACS* Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs* Shares knowledge, guides and encourages fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures* Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
To perform routine and specialized examinations in the specialty area of CT, adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic results; prepare patients for examinations. This requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologistClinical ExcellencePerforms procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages. Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in all aspects of CT.Exhibits competency in performing and filming CT radiographic and specialized proceduresDeviates from routines when the patient's condition requires it or at the request of the radiologistKnowledgeable of invasive procedures, sterile tray set up, assisting radiologist, catheters and guidewires, orders labs and pathology tests, and schedules procedures appropriatelyObtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure information as applicableFollows JCAHO patient safety goalsMaintains quality care throughout the procedureTechnically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware and software, CT 1, CT 2, workstation, printersPerforms reasonable trouble shootingChecks and observes equipment for general safety, maintenance, and appropriate operationReports equipment problems through appropriate channelsMaintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that roomQuality of CarePerforms support functions of the Medical Imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met.Promptly processes films and paper work according to proper procedures to ensure timely turn around in providing a report to the physician's officeMaintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care, transporting patients to and from the department as requiredPromptly and accurately completes all fields in the HIS STAR Radiology system, i.e. number of films repeated, contrast reaction, exam data entry, start and stop times of examMaintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programsDemonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment.Relationship BuildingAssumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost effective care for our patients.Shares knowledge, guides and encourages fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and proceduresDisplays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environmentCompletes care while conserving resources, preventing waste of suppliesUses slow time to improve area appearance and accept additional assignments such as cassette cleaning, apron testing and film file duties
Full Time
10/23/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
The MRI Technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures utilizing various imaging equipment and contrast material. Prepares and administers gadolinium based contrast material based on Carle policies and procedures.Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.May perform duties of MRI Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence.Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity.May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer.Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.Required secondary registries are not required for cross trained modalities at HRHC unless otherwise required by specific compliance, licensure, or accrediting bodies.Research assignments as needed.Performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams as outlined in department protocols including performing multi-planar reformats and/or 3D rendered images independently. Reviews case with the radiologist when appropriate. Administers IV gadolinium based contrast when appropriate and recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions. Administers IV gadolinium based contrast material by means of existing IV line or by performing veni-puncture and placing IV line.Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist.Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes RIS for proper scheduling, billing and coding of procedures. Utilizes the web server/EA viewer and email system to send exams for preliminary readings to nighthawks after hours.Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.Assists in the instruction of students and new staff in the unit's operations as necessary.
Full Time
10/23/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
The MRI Technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures utilizing various imaging equipment and contrast material. Prepares and administers gadolinium based contrast material based on Carle policies and procedures.Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.May perform duties of MRI Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence.Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity.May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer.Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.Required secondary registries are not required for cross trained modalities at HRHC unless otherwise required by specific compliance, licensure, or accrediting bodies.Research assignments as needed.Performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams as outlined in department protocols including performing multi-planar reformats and/or 3D rendered images independently. Reviews case with the radiologist when appropriate. Administers IV gadolinium based contrast when appropriate and recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions. Administers IV gadolinium based contrast material by means of existing IV line or by performing veni-puncture and placing IV line.Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist.Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes RIS for proper scheduling, billing and coding of procedures. Utilizes the web server/EA viewer and email system to send exams for preliminary readings to nighthawks after hours.Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.Assists in the instruction of students and new staff in the unit's operations as necessary.
Full Time
10/22/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
Evaluates and treats patients of all ages, modifying plan of care as appropriate. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.Demonstrates ability to perform patient transfers with assistance as needed from bed, chair and floor, if applicable. Is aware of and demonstrates safe and appropriate body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury to self, staff and patients.Demonstrates respect by treating our patients and each other with dignity and respect, being empathetic and caring, and staying fully engaged with those who need our services.Designs an appropriate plan of care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plan. Adjusts the care based on patient response and available evidence.Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods.Evaluates clinical findings to determine physical therapy diagnoses and outcomes of care.Performs examination, selecting reliable and valid examination methods relevant to the chief complaint, results of screening, and history.Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Process Policy (CTSCP67).Screens patients using procedures to determine the effectiveness of and need fortherapy services, if appropriate.Uses support personnel according to legal standards and ethical guidelines. Monitors the care delivered by support personnel and provides regular feedback.Evaluates patients impairments related to orthopedic and neurologic conditionsEstablishes a plan of care based on functional deficits and patients' goalsCompletes objective testing for range of motion, strength, and performance of daily functional tasksCompletes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMRApplies tape for stabilization, facilitation, or inhibition of movementCompletes therapeutic modalities as appropriateCommunicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
The Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility of patients for a designated time frame and to provide care, specifically in the Heart & Vascular Institute. The patient population consists of those requiring an invasive cardiology or invasive radiology study. The Registered Radiologic Technologist will assist the physician in all procedures and provide a valuable service to the patient and the team.Administers contrast material (when applicable), according to physician's request, by means of existing IV line or by performing venipuncture and placing IV line; recognizes and responds to hypersensitivity or allergic reactions.All functions and duties will be under the direct supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist.Assists with inventory/supplies.Checks for correct patient and chart identification, diagnosis, and treatment position.Compiles pertinent clinical information pertaining to lab, pathology, etc.Assists in instruction of new staff as necessary.Documents accurately and completely.Explains procedure to patient and provides for patient care- including comfort, support, safety, and confidentiality.Accurately informs procedural nurse of correct doses of intra-procedural medications, radiation and sponge/sharp counts.Performs on call duties and/or work variable shifts as assigned to meet department needs.Performs all essential functions of the Radiologic Technologist.Able to work around and maintain a sterile field during procedures.Administers and with holds contrast and treatment as appropriate. Assess patients for allergies.Can pull supplies for procedures.Takes late shift duties as assigned to meet department needs.Skin suturing.Basic knowledge of ECG interpretation.Electrophysiology equipment troubleshooting.Understanding and running the pacing stimulator during ablations and EP studies.
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
To perform routine radiographic procedures on designated portion of the body for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illness and/or injury to ensure patient safety and quality care. The role of the radiology technologist I is to ensure Customer Satisfaction, to support an atmosphere of respect and professionalism among other associates, including students from the School of Radiology along with performing advanced imaging in Surgery and Fluoroscopy.Positions patient and adjusts equipment, secures, and immobilizes support devices as needed to perform procedures.Determines appropriate radiographic technique based on anatomy and patient's condition to obtain quality films to provide to the radiologists.Secures history from patient regarding reason for prescribed tests, medication reconciliation and records on appropriate form for the radiologist's review.Assists radiologists with routine fluoroscopic and/or invasive procedures.Operates portable radiographic equipment and C-arm effectively in patient room, intensive care, and surgery.Initiates request for emergency medical support as indicated by patient condition; this is to include code blue, rapid response, etc.Documents all allergic reactions according to departmental and hospital policy.Transports patients into and out of department as necessary.Checks film quality to assure optimal quality is attained and correct film labeling is provided.Performs quality control activities, responds to inquiries, coordinates patient flow, and communicates with staff radiologists and other hospital personnel to ensure exams are completed in a timely fashion.Prepares radiographic/fluoroscopic rooms for procedures, maintains equipment, and supplies as required.Reports deficient inventory of supplies and linen to Lead Technologist.Provides direction and instruction to students in general procedures.Maintains positive "guest relations" and telephone etiquette following prescribed departmental policies and procedures.Perform all other job duties as assigned.Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.Position and immobilize patient on examining table.Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
Full Time
11/6/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
To provide diagnostic Computed Tomography Services to inpatients, outpatients, and Emergency Department patients under the direction of the supervising radiologist in accordance with established operating procedures and clinical protocols. To provide safe, prompt, efficient, and cost effective CT Services.-Positions patients correctly, using proper immobilization techniques-Performs optimal scans using correct technical factors, shielding and protocols, based on the patient diagnosis, history and other relevant clinical information.-Use correct technical factors in accordance with the American College of Radiology (ACR) to use the lowest amount of radiation to get a diagnostic scan.-Performs CT angiography, 3D, MIPS, VR, Vessel Analysis, and MPR's, post processing of computer data to enhance exams for radiologist interpretation, using reconstruction software appropriate to the pathology or region of interest.-Follows correct CT Department Technologist workflow ( select correct scan room, identifies and documents two forms of identification on each patient, acquire history, verify orders, scan patient, send images to PACS, scan all paperwork and data sheets (eg. history sheet, med-reconciliation sheets), complete the case in Meditech, address Q A issues, charge for contrast media and supplies, Verify that all images, series and data sheets have been sent to PACS make sure the number of images is correct, verify exams with images and archive images on scanner-Operates support equipment for CT such as: Independent workstation, pressure injector, PACS and EPIC systems.-Initiates IV for administration of contrast media for CT in accordance with department policy and utilizing standard precautions.-Prepares patient for exams by explaining procedure and by encouraging questions and answering any questions the patient may have-Transports patients to and from departments when necessary. Assist in transfer of patients on and off the CT table. Continually monitors patient condition during CT procedure.-Works with radiologist in the tailoring of protocols to meet patient exam requirements.-Refers difficult complaints or sensitive issues to department management-Accountable for documentation of and charging for supplies used during the performance of exams or procedures.-Documents confidential patient history to ensure appropriateness of exam and contrast media-Documents patient charge data, modifying and initiating charges as procedure modifications are made per the radiologist or ordering physician-Documents any allergic reaction, iv extravasations or unusual occurrences. Initiates incident report regarding staff or patient situationsMaintain license and continuing education.Injections contrast media after proper patient screening.Ensure the proper exam is being administered to the patient. Consult provider as needed.
Full Time
10/23/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
STUDENT POSITION - MUST BE ENROLLED IN ARESPIRATORY THERAPY PROGRAM. As a health care professional, the incumbent is responsible for, but not limited to, educating staff and patients in all aspects of respiratory therapy & ECG, respiratory staff orientation and other duties as requested by Manager of Respiratory Care.PERFORMS PATIENT CARE ACTIVITIES TO INCLUDE ALL FORMS OF RESPIRATORY THERAPY, NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY, AND OTHER ASSIGNED DUTIES UTILIZING APPLICABLE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.* Interprets and executes physician orders* Demonstrates the ability to individualize therapy to meet the patient's need* Demonstrates the ability to anticipate the patient needs* Demonstrates the ability to calculate medication dosages* Performs patient education* Performs all duties in an efficient and timely manner* Notifies leader of respiratory care, nursing supervisor, or unit leader of any inappropriate patient care issues* Documents all patient care errors* Informs nurses or other care givers when appropriate on patient care issues* Uses protective equipment appropriately* Practices good body mechanics, getting assistance as needed to protect patient and own safety* Remains alert and responsive to all alarms/call lights* Always washes hands between patients and procedures* Performs testing in a manner that ensures accurate results.* Maintains a clean work area, checks and stocks supplies in their specific area.* Performs oxygen rounds and oxygen tank rounds as assigned.* Responds to all pages and requests in a timely manner* Performs home care instructions and arrange for home oxygen and/or nebulizer* Responds to emergency situations and codes immediately* Remains calm and effective in emergency and/or stressful situations* Ensures patient safety in the hospital environment by following policy/procedures and adhering to National Patient Safety GoalsPRIORITIZES PATIENT CARE BASED ON ACUITY AND USES TIME, SUPPLIES, & OTHER RESOURCES PRODUCTIVELY* Answers pages and new orders in a timely manner* Responds promptly to urgent needs* Utilizes free time constructively* Uses slow time to improve unit and department appearance* Uses slow time to stock areas and clean equipment* Assists other healthcare workers* Uses free time to participate in department projects* Completes work within assigned shift* Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize work* Remains flexible to changing work load* Responds to delegation by charge personnel* Adheres to treatment schedule* Completes activities while conserving resourcesMAINTAINS ACCURATE DOCUMENTATION AND ACCURATE COMPUTER ENTRY* Completes documentation of all therapy and oxygen* Completes documentation on all internal forms* Documents complete and accurate charge entry daily* Documents complete and accurate information on all ECGs* Completes accurate documentation on all diagnostic tests* Learns the functions of new equipment as appropriate* Learns new procedures as appropriate* Completes all mandatory education within the stated timeframe* Attends educational offerings to validate skills
Full Time
10/22/2024
Urbana, IL 61802
(1.5 miles)
To perform routine and specialized examinations in MRI; adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic results; prepare patients for examinations. To adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologistClinical Excellence/Patient Care* Performs MRI procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging* Exhibits competency in performing MRI procedures.* Evaluates the finished images to ensure appropriate identification and image quality are being submitted to the radiologists* Ensures patient comfort and safety (i.e. use of earplugs) to maintain quality care during the procedure* Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testingEmployee Development/Performance Improvement* Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function on both high field and low field magnet* Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware and software* Performs reasonable trouble shooting* Checks equipment for general safety and reports problems through appropriate channels* Knows terminology or jargon of all magnet strengthsDepartmental Support* Performs support functions of the MRI/Medical Imaging Department* Promptly prepares images/paperwork to ensure timely turnaround of the exams* Transport patients to and from the department as required* Promptly and accurately enter patient information into the HIS system* Coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient patient care* Ensures safe environment by monitoring people who come within zone 3 & 4* Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues* Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment* Assumes responsibility for training fellow technologists and students* Assists Lead Technologist in teaching MRI procedures to coworkers/students
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