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FTE: 0.900000

Shift: Days

Location: RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTER

 

Summary:

A virtual registered nurse (RN) is responsible for remote patient management and care in the inpatient setting. As a member of the patient care team, the RN collaborates, communicates, and facilitates care with providers and patients or families. Virtual nurses maintain patient anonymity and safety through the use of various technological platforms. To be successful in the role, a nurse should be comfortable making autonomous clinical decisions to provide patient-centered care. Experience working with EHR systems is required.

Experience/Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required 2-5 years of RN experience in an acute care hospital Medical or Telemetry experience preferred Experience caring for medically complex patients Ability to demonstrate independent clinical decision-making Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Proficient EHR technology (Epic preferred), Microsoft, and GE monitoring Strong understanding of HIPAA and data security on telehealth platforms

License/Certification Requirements

Registered Nurse in State of IL ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire

 

Responsibilities:

Oversight of real time quality metrics in the EHR with a focus on time sensitive indicators such as MEWS and Sepsis alertsNursing Clinical ResourceCommunicating with patients and other healthcare providers via video conferencing technology, including desktop computers, mobile devices, tablets, and smartphones Planning, assessing, implementing, and evaluating a patient’s care plan Performing admission intake, patient education, and discharge teaching Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to provide goal-directed care Utilizing clinical decision-making to escalate concerns to the care team Documenting patient interactions using the EHR system Providing virtual education about a patient’s diagnosis, test results, and treatment planProviding telephonic counseling

 

Credentials:
Essential:
* Registered Nurse

 

Education:
Essential:
* BACHELOR SCIENCE NURSING

 

Riverside Healthcare is revolutionizing care using leading-edge technology to diagnose and treat patients. We are ranked top in the nation for performance in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and heart surgery and have also been named one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics seven times. Riverside is nationally recognized for our specialty programs in obstetrics, trauma, oncology, rehabilitation, geriatrics, occupational health, psychiatric services, and treatment of alcohol and chemical dependency, as well as patient safety. We combine innovation and convenience at state-of-the-art facilities located in communities throughout the greater Kankakee area.

Riverside Medical Center proves that truly progressive medicine is being delivered in Chicago's southwest suburbs and East Central Illinois. Join a team that is not only concerned with providing the best care possible but also with offering a work environment of advancement and growth. Riverside is a place that embraces a culture where opinions count and dedications is respected, where superior performance is rewarded with competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

 

Other information:

Exposure/Sensory Requirements:

Exposure to:

Chemicals: Low

Video Display Terminals: Extreme

Blood and Body Fluids: Low exposure

TB or Airborne Pathogens: Low Exposure

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):

Speech: Needed for communication with patients for education, redirection, and medical history information

Vision: Needed to identify changes in color in EMR dashboard

Smell: Electrical/fire safety.

Hearing: Needed for obtaining patient education and understanding of procedure and history information gathering.

Touch: Needed for operating computer equipment, key boarding of entry and/or other functions for communication of information necessary for patient care.

Average Hours per Week: 36

Shift: varies

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:

Sit: 55%Twist: 5%Stand: 10%Crawl: 0%Walk: 10%Kneel: 5%Lift: 5%Drive: 0%Squat: 5%Climb: 0%Bend: 5%Reach above shoulders: 5%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:

Up to 10 lbs: FrequentlyUp to 20 lbs:OccasionallyUp to 35 lbs: OccasionallyUp to 60 lbs: OccasionallyUp to 75 lbs: Not RequiredUp to 100 lbs: Not RequiredOver 100 lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):

Moving mobile equipment

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:

Sit: 264Twist: 24Stand: 48Crawl: 0Walk: 48Kneel: 24Lift: 24Drive: 0Squat: 24Climb: 0Bend: 24Reach above shoulders: 24

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):

Simple grasp up to 15 lbs. Normal weight: frequentlyPushing & pulling Normal weight: up to 30# frequentlyFine Manipulation: Adjustment of technology equipment

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:

Environmental Factors (Time Spent):

Inside hours: 8Outside hours: 0

Temperature: Normal Range

Lighting: Average

Noise levels: Average

Humidity: Normal Range

Atmosphere: Fumes, Odors

Special Hazards: Consistent use of visualization of screens

Protective Clothing Required: None

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