University of Chicago Medical Center
Staff Nurse (RN), Comer Emergency Department (ED)- Full-Time, Nights
University of Chicago Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system,
University of Chicago Medicine , as a
Staff Nurse
in the
Comer Emergency Room
department.
Comer Children's Hospital
located in Hyde Park, is a state-of-the-art 172-bed hospital dedicated to caring for infants, children, teens and young adults. Comer Emergency Department is a 21-bed, Level 1 Pediatric Academic Trauma Center dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care to the children of South Side of Chicago and beyond. With 2 trauma bays, 1 special procedures room and a dedicated resuscitation bay, we are equipped to handle the most critical situations. We are proud to be recognized as an exemplary pediatric emergency department, having received the Emergency Nurses Association’s Lantern Award for 2024-2027. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000
Responsibilities
Staff nurse is a registered professional nurse (RN) who manages patient centered care that is outcome directed. Patient centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards provide the foundation for the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care provided. The staff nurse assumes the primary responsibility and accountability for all patient care personally provided and that provided by those directly under her/his supervision.
Utilizes appropriate assessment skills to determine patient needs.
Develops a plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients.
Provides input into the development of clinical paths with assigned Case Manager.
Uses care plan and/or clinical path in providing patient care. Delegates as appropriate based on patient needs and competencies of staff.
Competently performs patient care according to hospital policy and nursing practice within clinical specialty, as documented by the respective clinical skills inventory evaluation and completion of competency days.
Evaluates care given and adjusts plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient.
Documents appropriately in patient care records.
Prepares and administers medication/treatment according to the physician's orders, utilizing professional knowledge base to assure patient safety.
Works collaboratively with other patient care and multidisciplinary team members to provide patient centered care.
Documents or ensures documentation of all patient care from admission to discharge according to hospital policies.
Incorporates discharge planning into clinical pathway or plan of care to provide patients with smooth transition from hospital to home.
Provides cost-effective care by appropriate utilization of time, supplies and personnel.
Evaluates patient care interventions and collaborates with all team members to make changes as necessary.
Initiates and/or participates in patient care conferences.
Assumes the responsibility to interact on a consistent basis with the patient and family providing coordination of the plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager.
Promotes, has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychosocial and developmental needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing
Associate of Science in Nursing or higher
Current Illinois RN license
Active BLS Certification
SANE - AA or SANE - P Certification: must be enrolled within 6 months of employment (18 months for new grad RNs). Obtaining and maintaining SANE certification within this role is a condition of employment.
Required Education: Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN degree or higher preferred. Associate Degree Nurses are required to enroll in a BSN program within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire, and make progress toward and complete their BSN degree within 30 months. ADN nurses receive 100% tuition reimbursement towards a BSN degree from an accredited program.
Preferred Qualifications
ED RN experience
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full-Time (0.9 FTE)
Shift: Night Shift, 7p-7a, every other weekend
Work Location: Hyde Park
Unit/Department: Comer Emergency Department
CBA Code: NNU
Why Join Us We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
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University of Chicago Medicine , as a
Staff Nurse
in the
Comer Emergency Room
department.
Comer Children's Hospital
located in Hyde Park, is a state-of-the-art 172-bed hospital dedicated to caring for infants, children, teens and young adults. Comer Emergency Department is a 21-bed, Level 1 Pediatric Academic Trauma Center dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care to the children of South Side of Chicago and beyond. With 2 trauma bays, 1 special procedures room and a dedicated resuscitation bay, we are equipped to handle the most critical situations. We are proud to be recognized as an exemplary pediatric emergency department, having received the Emergency Nurses Association’s Lantern Award for 2024-2027. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000
Responsibilities
Staff nurse is a registered professional nurse (RN) who manages patient centered care that is outcome directed. Patient centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards provide the foundation for the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care provided. The staff nurse assumes the primary responsibility and accountability for all patient care personally provided and that provided by those directly under her/his supervision.
Utilizes appropriate assessment skills to determine patient needs.
Develops a plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients.
Provides input into the development of clinical paths with assigned Case Manager.
Uses care plan and/or clinical path in providing patient care. Delegates as appropriate based on patient needs and competencies of staff.
Competently performs patient care according to hospital policy and nursing practice within clinical specialty, as documented by the respective clinical skills inventory evaluation and completion of competency days.
Evaluates care given and adjusts plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient.
Documents appropriately in patient care records.
Prepares and administers medication/treatment according to the physician's orders, utilizing professional knowledge base to assure patient safety.
Works collaboratively with other patient care and multidisciplinary team members to provide patient centered care.
Documents or ensures documentation of all patient care from admission to discharge according to hospital policies.
Incorporates discharge planning into clinical pathway or plan of care to provide patients with smooth transition from hospital to home.
Provides cost-effective care by appropriate utilization of time, supplies and personnel.
Evaluates patient care interventions and collaborates with all team members to make changes as necessary.
Initiates and/or participates in patient care conferences.
Assumes the responsibility to interact on a consistent basis with the patient and family providing coordination of the plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager.
Promotes, has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychosocial and developmental needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing
Associate of Science in Nursing or higher
Current Illinois RN license
Active BLS Certification
SANE - AA or SANE - P Certification: must be enrolled within 6 months of employment (18 months for new grad RNs). Obtaining and maintaining SANE certification within this role is a condition of employment.
Required Education: Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN degree or higher preferred. Associate Degree Nurses are required to enroll in a BSN program within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire, and make progress toward and complete their BSN degree within 30 months. ADN nurses receive 100% tuition reimbursement towards a BSN degree from an accredited program.
Preferred Qualifications
ED RN experience
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full-Time (0.9 FTE)
Shift: Night Shift, 7p-7a, every other weekend
Work Location: Hyde Park
Unit/Department: Comer Emergency Department
CBA Code: NNU
Why Join Us We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
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