7 Healthcare jobs in Watseka
Registered Nurse - Step Down Unit
Posted 6 days ago
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Job ID #1925544
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About this Role
As a Step Down Unit Registered Nurse, you'll provide specialized care for patients transitioning from critical care. Responsibilities include assessing, monitoring, and treating Step Down Unit Registered Nurse patients, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, and ensuring optimal outcomes in the Step Down Unit Registered Nurse setting.
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$1,867.89 / week
Kankakee, Illinois
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Profession: Registered Nurse
Facility Type: ?
Specialty: Step Down Unit
Division: Travel Nursing
Shift: 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM, 3 day(s)/week
Start Date: 10/06/2025
Duration: 92 Days
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Responsibilities
Provide specialized nursing care to patients transitioning from intensive care to general medical-surgical units.
Monitor and assess patients' vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and respiratory status in the step-down unit.
Administer medications, perform procedures, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Educate patients and families on post-intensive care recovery, medication management, and self-care techniques.
Communicate effectively with healthcare team members to facilitate patient progress and optimize outcomes in the step-down unit.
Required Qualifications
Current RN license
BLS (Other Certifications as required by facility)
Two years of recent Step Down experience
Strong communication and adaptability skills.
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Clinical Lab Scientist I
Posted 10 days ago
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Each individual performs those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, responsibilities listed under CFR 493.1425 and 493.1495 and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual's education, training or experience and technical abilities. Each individual performing the above procedures must:
- Adhere to the laboratory's procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results
- Follow the laboratory's established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
- Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director
- Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory
- Perform and document maintenance daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate
- Review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting
- Recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics
- Ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies
- May be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics
- Assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures
- Adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources
- In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift
- May be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POCT
- Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.
- One year hospital laboratory work experience preferred, but not required.
- Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
- Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $26.00 to $37.66. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment StatusFull Time
ShiftEvenings
Equal Employment OpportunityCompany is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:
Interventional Radiology Technician
Posted 11 days ago
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The Cardiology Technologist will assist by scrubbing procedures or monitoring physiologic and hemodynamic data, as related to diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures performed in the cardiovascular lab. Ensures procedure room is adequately prepared for the procedure. Monitors par level of all instruments and supplies. Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities and the training of new staff. Assists in all aspects of invasive and noninvasive cardiac procedures.
Qualifications include:
- ARRT-R and licensed as required by State; VI (Vascular Interventional Technologist) preferred.
- Previous experience in a Interventional Radiology department preferred.
- BCLS (AHA) required upon hire and maintain current.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); required within 30 days of hire.
- Proficient computer skills.
The company offers a competitive benefits package, including paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and other voluntary benefit options.
A reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $33.00 to $47.79. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered.
Employment Status: Full Time
Shift: Days
Equal Employment Opportunity: Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Interventional Radiology Technician
Posted 13 days ago
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•Department: Cardiology
•Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift
•Facility: Prime Healthcare St Mary's Hospital
•Location: Kankakee, IL 60901
Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the physician (Cardiologist/Radiologist), will assist by scrubbing procedures or monitoring physiologic and hemodynamic data, as related to diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures performed in the cardiovascular lab. Ensures procedure room is adequately prepared for the procedure. Monitors par level of all instruments and supplies. Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities and the training of new staff. Assists in all aspects of invasive and noninvasive cardiac procedures.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. ARRT-R and licensed as required by State; VI (Vascular Interventional Technologist) preferred.
2. Previous experience in a Interventional Radiology department preferred.
3. BCLS (AHA) required upon hire and maintain current.
4. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); required within 30 days of hire.
5. Proficient computer skills.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:
Pay Transparency
St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $33.00 to $47.79. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Part Time <60
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:
Clinical Lab Scientist I
Posted 21 days ago
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Responsibilities
Each individual performs those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, responsibilities listed under CFR § 493.1425 and § 493.1495 and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual's education, training or experience and technical abilities. Each individual performing the above procedures must: 1) adhere to the laboratory's procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results, 2) follow the laboratory's established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications, 3) be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director, 4) perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory, 5) perform and document maintenance - daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate, 6) review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting, 7) recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics, 8) ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies, 9) may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics, 10) assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures, 11) adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources, 12) in the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift, 13) may be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POCT. 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.
- One year hospital laboratory work experience preferred, but not required.
- Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
- Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:
Pay Transparency
St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $26.00 to $37.66. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Evenings
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:
Cardiology - Interventional Physician Job with Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, IL (Kankakee)
Posted 13 days ago
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Join to apply for the Cardiology - Interventional Physician role at Riverside Medical Center .
About the PositionThis is a full-time position in a community-focused hospital. Riverside Medical Center, located in Kankakee, IL, offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, recognized nationally for excellence in heart care, cancer care, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and more.
Qualifications and Responsibilities- Provide expert interventional cardiology services
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care
- Participate in teaching and training residents and fellows in cardiology
Part of Riverside Healthcare, a fully integrated healthcare system serving Kankakee and surrounding counties. Riverside is a Magnet Recognized hospital, ranked among the top 5% nationwide for clinical performance, and offers robust residency and fellowship programs.
Benefits of Living in Kankakee County- Lower cost of living compared to Chicago suburbs
- Community-oriented with family-friendly events
- Safe, scenic, and less congested environment
- Close proximity to major airports and educational institutions
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