Temporary Registered Nurse - Med/Surg
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AHS Vista LLC
Waukegan, IL, US
Summary
The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and administering treatments and medications. They also collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and provide education to patients and their families.
Job Description
Temporary Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical/Surgical (Med/Surg)
Department: Medical/Surgical
Employment Type: Temporary
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Nurse Manager, Med/Surg
Pay: Days - $65/hr, Nights - $70/hr
Position Summary
Vista Health is seeking a compassionate and patient-focused Temporary Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Medical/Surgical team. The RN is responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care by assessing patient needs, developing and implementing care plans, administering treatments and medications, monitoring patient progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions and responses to treatment.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care.
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments safely and accurately.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and discharge planning.
- Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately.
- Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with nursing, organizational, and regulatory standards.
- Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and professional development activities.
- Supervise and coordinate patient care activities with Patient Care Technicians and Unit Secretaries as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required.
- BSN preferred.
Experience
- 2+ years of nursing experience preferred.
Licensure & Certifications
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
- ACLS certification within six (6) months of hire.
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification within thirty (30) days of hire.
Skills
- Telemetry rhythm recognition competency required.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Work Environment
- Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and direct patient care activities.
- Daily exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases.
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) required as appropriate.
Additional Requirements
- Floating to other units may be required based on operational needs.
- On-call and call-in support may be required.
Why Join Vista Health?
Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative and supportive environment. This temporary opportunity offers valuable experience caring for a diverse patient population while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.
Apply today to become part of the Vista Health Med/Surg team.
Vista Health System is a community-focused healthcare organization committed to providing high-quality, accessible care to individuals and families throughout Lake County. Through its acute care hospital, outpatient centers, and Vista Physician Group clinics, Vista delivers a comprehensive range of medical services supported by skilled physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
Vista Medical Center East is a Level II Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and home to a full-service Cardiac Catheterization Lab, providing advanced emergency, cardiac, and critical care services close to home. Our specialty services span primary care, women’s health, oncology navigation, pulmonology, cardiology, orthopedics, gastroenterology, general surgery, and rehabilitation, ensuring patients receive coordinated and continuous care within our system.
Our goal is to focus on the primary health needs of our community to best serve the individuals and families who rely on us. We operate through a multi-disciplinary, patient-centered care model that emphasizes collaboration, communication, and continuity. Primary care providers, specialists, nurses, care navigators, rehabilitation teams, and supportive services work together to coordinate treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs, offering guidance and compassionate support from diagnosis through recovery and long-term wellness.
We extend our impact in the community through partnerships that address health and wellness needs, bridge gaps in care, and improve access to essential services. Through coordinated resources, education, and referral pathways, Vista works alongside local organizations to strengthen community health and well-being.
Guided by compassion and a shared commitment to patient well-being, Vista Health System continues to care for our community with dignity, respect, and a consistent focus on healing and support.
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Waukegan, Illinois
Vista Health System is a community-focused healthcare organization committed to providing high-quality, accessible care to individuals and families throughout Lake County. Through its acute care hospital, outpatient centers, and Vista Physician Group clinics, Vista delivers a comprehensive range of medical services supported by skilled physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
Vista Medical Center East is a Level II Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and home to a full-service Cardiac Catheterization Lab, providing advanced emergency, cardiac, and critical care services close to home. Our specialty services span primary care, women’s health, oncology navigation, pulmonology, cardiology, orthopedics, gastroenterology, general surgery, and rehabilitation, ensuring patients receive coordinated and continuous care within our system.
Our goal is to focus on the primary health needs of our community to best serve the individuals and families who rely on us. We operate through a multi-disciplinary, patient-centered care model that emphasizes collaboration, communication, and continuity. Primary care providers, specialists, nurses, care navigators, rehabilitation teams, and supportive services work together to coordinate treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs, offering guidance and compassionate support from diagnosis through recovery and long-term wellness.
We extend our impact in the community through partnerships that address health and wellness needs, bridge gaps in care, and improve access to essential services. Through coordinated resources, education, and referral pathways, Vista works alongside local organizations to strengthen community health and well-being.
Guided by compassion and a shared commitment to patient well-being, Vista Health System continues to care for our community with dignity, respect, and a consistent focus on healing and support.
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Waukegan, Illinois
