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LICENSE PENDING REGISTERED NURSE

Overview:

The License Pending Registered Nurse in the Operating Room is responsible for delivering patient care under the supervision of a licensed registered nurse while awaiting licensure. This role supports the surgical team by providing pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care to patients. The License Pending RN will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a safe and efficient operating room environment.

Essential Duties

Under the supervision of a Licensed Registered Nurse,

Patient Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and psychological needs. Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Treatment Administration: Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as ordered by the provider. Monitor patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
Surgical Preparation and Assistance: Assist the surgical team in preparing the operating room and patients for procedures, including pre-operative care, patient assessment, and verification of surgical site. Participate in patient positioning, draping, and ensuring sterility of the surgical environment.
Intra-Operative Monitoring: Monitor the patients vital signs and respond appropriately during surgery under supervision. Assist with post-operative care and transfer of patients to the recovery area.
Patient Monitoring and Documentation: Continuously monitor patients' vital signs, physical condition, and response to interventions. Document all observations, medications, treatments, and procedural details accurately and promptly in electronic medical records (EMR).
Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, medications, treatments, and outcomes. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and hospital documentation standards.
Coordination of Care: Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and manage treatment plans effectively. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to discharge planning.
Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatment options, and post-discharge care. Provide support and resources to help patients manage their health and recovery.
Patient Experience: Engage with patients and families in a manner that promotes comfort, trust, and understanding. Address concerns with empathy and professionalism to create a positive, supportive environment that fosters well-being.
Employee Experience: Contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment. Offer feedback and assistance to peers, and engage in open communication to promote mutual respect and teamwork.
Emergency Response: Respond quickly and effectively to medical emergencies, including performing life-saving procedures and stabilizing patients as needed.
Infection Control: Adhere to infection control protocols, ensuring a clean and safe environment. Implement standard precautions and safety measures to prevent the spread of infections.
Flexibility: Demonstrate flexibility with assignments within the professional scope of duties and licensure.

Non-essential Duties

Assist with restocking operating room supplies and instruments.
Participate in hospital committees and improvement projects as needed.
Attend staff meetings and in-service education sessions.

Responsibilities:

Required Experience

Completion of New Grad Transition to Practice Program

Preferred Experience

None

Required Licensure/Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
CPR
Official written notification of completion and pass of the NCLEX-RN exam.
Proof of submission of the required licensure fee.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- New Graduate RNs starting on or after 1/1/25 must earn Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) within 3 years of start date.

The privilege to practice as a license-pending registered nurse will be aligned with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and shall be terminated with the occurrence of any of the following:

Three months have passed since the official date of passing the licensure exam as inscribed on the formal written notification indicating passage of the exam. The 3-month license pending period may be extended if more time is needed by the Department to process the licensure application.
Receipt of the registered professional nurse license from the Department.
Notification from the Department that the application for licensure has been refused.
A request by the Department that the individual terminate practicing as a license-pending registered nurse until an official decision is made by the Department to grant or deny a registered professional nurse license.

Preferred Education

BSN preferred*

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes:

Compensation

Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE:

Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work

Employee Health Requirements

Exposure to:

Chemicals: Refer to MSDS sheets
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids: A diagnostic composite of patients, frequent contact with intravenous devices, and high potential for contact with contaminated body fluids (blood, stool, vomitus) and administration of blood does create a high risk. use of needleless IV systems, universal precautions, and protective equipment to minimize risk.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Patient diagnostic presentations do pose a high risk; however usage of protective wear, appropriate size TB mask from fit test and universal precautions reduce risk.

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

Speech: Required to communicate with patient/families/staff/MDs. Ability to ask for help.
Vision: Required to observe patients and their physical assessment, ability to read reports, and ability to read machines.
Smell: Helpful to note the presence of incontinence, vomitus, blood; electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Necessary to hear alarms, calls for help and to hear patient verbalizations; ability to listen for lung, bowel, and heart sounds.
Touch: Necessary to assess patients, need to distinguish between hot and cold.

Activity/Lifting Requirements:

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

Sit: 10%
Twist: 4%
Stand: 40%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 25%
Kneel: 1%
Lift: 10%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 1%
Climb: 1%
Bend: 30%
Reach above shoulders: 3%

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

Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
Up to 35 lbs: Frequently
Up to 60 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Further lifting and carrying requirements:

Lifting of patients off their beds that are unable to move independently is done with assistive lifting equipment. Horizontal movement of patients to and from carts/beds who are unable to move independently is done with assistive lifting equipment. Lifting equipment - carry 25'- 150' waist high (IV bags, patient trays). Carry charts 25'-150' waist high. Filled laundry bags are filled half full so as not to weigh over 35 lbs. Carry fire extinguishers up or down 3-4 flights of stairs and several yards in an emergency.

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

Sit: 30
Twist: 15
Stand: 60
Crawl: 0
Walk: 10
Kneel: 0
Lift: 5
Drive: 0
Squat: 2
Climb: 1
Bend: 15
Reach above shoulders: 2

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):

Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
Normal weight: Often
Pushing & pulling - 50-200 lbs:
Fine Manipulation: Typing on computer, omnicell, using pens to chart, drawing up meds in syringe and administration, starting IVs.

Leg Strength - up to 50 lbs: Occasionally- (repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: utilized in positioning beds during transport; x-ray, surgery or in an emergency from floor to floor, locking beds or chairs.

Environmental Factors &Special Hazards:
Environmental Factors (Time Spent):
Inside hours: 6-40
Outside hours: 0
Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Average Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Normal Range
Atmosphere:

Special Hazards: Radiation, Chemical, Explosive - Chemical-drugs; Explosive-oxygen; Radiation cesium implants and radioactive iodine therapy.

Protective Clothing Required: As required for chemotherapy or in cases of isolation, i.e. gloves, gowns, masks, goggles.

Pay Range: USD $34.18 - USD $44.45 /Hr

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