What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Per Diem - Night Shift position at Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care?
Role: Per Diem Registered Nurse (Med/Surg) providing compassionate, safe, and effective patient care.
- Independently deliver nursing care on med/surg units, utilizing the nursing process for planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
- Guide and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes and continuity of care.
- Communicate effectively to promote safety and high-quality patient experiences.
- Supervise and direct unlicensed assistive personnel in delivering patient care.
- Current IL RN license; graduate of an NLN-accredited nursing program, BSN preferred.
- BLS certification; active NIHSS certification maintained.
- At least two years recent acute care med/surg experience; telemetry competence demonstrated within 14 days of hire.