staff nurse i - Chicago, IL, USA, United States - University of Illinois

Description

Staff Nurse I - General Internal Medicine

Hiring Department: General Internal Medicine
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID:
FTE : 1
Work Schedule - Monday through Friday
Shift : Days
# of Position: 1
Posting Date: 4/26/2024

This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent Best Colleges rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Position SummaryStaff Nurse I is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework. The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Staff Nurse I functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical
Completes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies.
Develops, implements and updates the patient's plan of care based on on-going assessment of the patient and
input from the patient's family.
Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient
care.
Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing
interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan
Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities and responds to patient's changing needs.
Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides
support and feedback.
Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health's values through teamwork and effective communication in an effort
to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a clean, safe and therapeutic
environment.
Other duties as assigned
Professional/Leadership
Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience
to provide quality patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other
governing/accrediting health care bodies.
Utilizes the hospital approved acuity tool and the electronic scheduling tool, to facilitate optimal staffing,
scheduling and patient assignments.
Recognizes and supports Shared Leadership as the selected method of nursing governance
Participates in organizational, departmental and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit
goals in daily behavior.
Demonstrates accountability for job performance by: (1) seeking opportunities to enhance job skills and
knowledge; (2) maintaining conditions of employment (RN licensure, BLS and other required unit-specific
certifications).
Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.
Receives and provides feedback to members of the health care team regarding performance/practice.
Organizational
Adheres to UI Health's Code of Conduct.
Treats patients/families, staff, students and visitors with respect and dignity.
Adheres to Nursing's time, overtime and attendance policies.
Completes electronic learning modules and related programs as assigned by UI Health by established date
Complies with University Health Services TB, flu compliance and fit-testing requirements
Utilizes established communication channels/chain of command to escalate or resolve patient care problems.
Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem solving and
resolution.
Education/Research
Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote and provide positive learning experiences for staff and
students
Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing staff and students.
Accesses UI Health intranet/Outlook for relevant communication and to review and interpret changes in policy,
procedure and other information pertinent to practice
Supports nursing and multidisciplinary research efforts conducted on the unit and UI Health.
Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and
initiates strategies to meet such needs.
Reporting Structure
This person works independently within the scope of nursing practice. The Director/CNCII, acting as coach and
mentor, provides direction, guidance, and feedback regarding practice and performance. The employee's
performance is evaluated annually in writing and more frequently if needed. The employee and Director, meet on
an as needed basis for coaching and mentoring where support, guidance and direction can be given. The RN
provides and receives input from peers regarding practice/performance.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

1. Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
2. Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications
3. Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers
4. Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training
5. Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.

Preferred Qualifications
At least 1 year of ambulatory experience.

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