Cook County Health
CLINICAL NURSE I - POST ANESTHESIOLOGY RECOVERY WARD 70 %26 80 (PACU)
Cook County Health, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
PLEASE BE ADVISED that this job posting is ONLY for Agency Contract Workers who are currently working at CCH. You will be eligible for the position, location, department, and shift in which you are currently placed.
Please note that external applicants or individuals not currently under contract at CCH are not eligible for this opportunity.
By applying, you acknowledge that your application will be considered solely based on your current contract placement at CCH.
LOCATION:
CURRENT LOCATION BEING WORKED AS AGENCY STAFF
DEPARTMENT:
CURRENT LOCATION BEING WORKED AS AGENCY STAFF
SHIFT TIME:
CURRENT LOCATION BEING WORKED AS AGENCY STAFF
LOCATION:
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital
DEPARTMENT:
Post Anesthesiology Recovery Ward 70&80
Starting salary is commensurate with years of RN experience
JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Nurse I provides safe, effective, and individualized care using the nursing process. Performance of these duties requires skills, problem solving abilities, communication, effective working relationships, setting priorities, and demonstrated knowledge of standard operation policies and procedures
TYPICAL DUTIES
Completes admission and ongoing patient assessment
Ensures formulation of an individualized plan of care derived from assessment data
Ensures appropriate documentation
Performs duties as needed to prepare the preoperative patient for the Intra operative experience
Identifies, plans, and cares for the total needs of the patients, taking into consideration the age specific needs of patients in assigned area of responsibility
Makes appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis of emergency situation
Works and communicates effectively with a variety of individuals
Provides general direction, guidance, and coordination of patient care given by other levels of nursing staff
Applies knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures
Operates equipment correctly and safely necessary for providing patient care in Post- Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Organizes or manages nursing work activities to reflect due consideration for patient needs
Applies principles of infection control and safety
Performs admission assessments on assigned patients upon arrival to the unit
Obtains assessment information from patients/significant others as appropriate
Collects assessment data as a basis for formulating nursing diagnosis and provides appropriate age specific care relative to the following factors: biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care capabilities, safety, infection control, learning needs, ability to manage continuing care needs after discharge
Performs ongoing and scheduled reassessments according to divisional/unit standards
Performs transfer assessments on assigned patients when transferred in or out of the unit
Provides appropriate clinical care and prepare patients for medical consultation required before the surgical procedure
Establishes nursing diagnosis/problems, desired outcomes, and interventions based on assessed needs
Collaborated with patient/significant others, and health care team members in planning nursing care during hospitalization and for discharge
Develops nursing plan of care that: is consistent with the therapies of other disciplines, based on patient care and nursing practice standards, considers the cultural and spiritual values, considers patient age specific needs relative to these factors: biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care capabilities, safety, infection control, learning needs, discharge planning needs
Communicates with patient and significant others the nursing plan of care
Performs interventions in a competent, skillful and safe manner
Prioritizes interventions according to patient needs
Applies principles of growth and development across life span in providing care appropriate to patient's age specific needs
Provides education to patient and significant others based on assessed learning needs
Provides appropriate Perioperative Teaching and Postoperative discharge instructions
Performs the technical aspects of care according to established practice standards: procedures, treatments, IV/blood administration, medication administration, moderate sedation
Performs or directs cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other lifesaving interventions
Demonstrates competence in applying the principles of: Standard precaution, Isolation, Asepsis
Provides interventions to meet patients' identified discharge needs
Evaluates patients' responses to interventions
Modifies and implements interventions as appropriate
Re-evaluates patients' responses
Records accurately, concisely, either on paper form or electronic, the following information: assessments/reassessments, plan of care, interventions, patient's responses
Signs documentation with legible signature and classification in paper form and electronic with correct computer sign on
Performs charge nurse/team leader responsibilities competently when assigned
Plans and coordinates patient care activities
Identifies problems and recommended solutions
Delegates nursing tasks based on the needs of the patient and competence of staff
Established priorities based on the changing patient care needs
Participates in standards development quality assessment and improvement activities and research as request or assigned
Communicates pertinent information to patient physician, nurses and other health care team members as appropriate
Utilizes the chain of command appropriately to address issues of concern
Maintains confidentiality in all patient related information
Provides privacy for patient/family
Treats appropriate actions to address ethical concerns
Performs as resource nurse/buddy when assigned
Assists new hires with information or directions whenever requested and offers assistance as needed
Conducts CPR drills, fire drills and patient centered conferences or other unit educational activities as requested or assigned
Maintains certification as required in special areas of practice
Recognizes own learning needs, and seeks opportunities to meet those needs
Renews professional license in a time manner
Attends safety, infection control in-services and maintains Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification annually
Adheres to dress code
Performs all other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois
Three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care or hospital setting
One (1) year of nursing experience in Critical Care or PACU in an acute care hospital, level 1 trauma hospital or teaching hospital
Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
(Must provide proof at time of interview)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire date
(Must provide proof at time of interview)
Must possess Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
(Must provide proof at time of interview)
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university
Two (2) years of Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nursing or Critical Care nursing experience
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of medicals and IV fluids and correct admission based on patient age and clinical condition
Demonstrate competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment
Demonstrate working knowledge of the current requirements of accrediting and regulatory agencies
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills necessary to a variety of people from different socio-economic backgrounds
Strong emergency response skills
Strong customer service and empathy skills
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict
Management/resolution skills
Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precision
Ability to perform a pre-procedure assessment on all patients and reassessment during and post procedure
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to resolve complex patient/administration problems and research issues
Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team
Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction)
Ability to tolerate exposure to unpleasant noise, odor and temperature
Ability to walk extensively, lift moderately heavy objects, and climb stairs
Ability to consistently push, pull, twist, turn, bend, kneel, stoop, lift and reach above shoulder and stand for prolonged periods of time.
Veteran Preference PLEASE READ
When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran
must
:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
Attach a copy of their
DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22
(Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).
Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable )
OR
A copy of a
valid State ID Card or Driver's License
which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
100% Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada muse be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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Please note that external applicants or individuals not currently under contract at CCH are not eligible for this opportunity.
By applying, you acknowledge that your application will be considered solely based on your current contract placement at CCH.
LOCATION:
CURRENT LOCATION BEING WORKED AS AGENCY STAFF
DEPARTMENT:
CURRENT LOCATION BEING WORKED AS AGENCY STAFF
SHIFT TIME:
CURRENT LOCATION BEING WORKED AS AGENCY STAFF
LOCATION:
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital
DEPARTMENT:
Post Anesthesiology Recovery Ward 70&80
Starting salary is commensurate with years of RN experience
JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Nurse I provides safe, effective, and individualized care using the nursing process. Performance of these duties requires skills, problem solving abilities, communication, effective working relationships, setting priorities, and demonstrated knowledge of standard operation policies and procedures
TYPICAL DUTIES
Completes admission and ongoing patient assessment
Ensures formulation of an individualized plan of care derived from assessment data
Ensures appropriate documentation
Performs duties as needed to prepare the preoperative patient for the Intra operative experience
Identifies, plans, and cares for the total needs of the patients, taking into consideration the age specific needs of patients in assigned area of responsibility
Makes appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis of emergency situation
Works and communicates effectively with a variety of individuals
Provides general direction, guidance, and coordination of patient care given by other levels of nursing staff
Applies knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures
Operates equipment correctly and safely necessary for providing patient care in Post- Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Organizes or manages nursing work activities to reflect due consideration for patient needs
Applies principles of infection control and safety
Performs admission assessments on assigned patients upon arrival to the unit
Obtains assessment information from patients/significant others as appropriate
Collects assessment data as a basis for formulating nursing diagnosis and provides appropriate age specific care relative to the following factors: biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care capabilities, safety, infection control, learning needs, ability to manage continuing care needs after discharge
Performs ongoing and scheduled reassessments according to divisional/unit standards
Performs transfer assessments on assigned patients when transferred in or out of the unit
Provides appropriate clinical care and prepare patients for medical consultation required before the surgical procedure
Establishes nursing diagnosis/problems, desired outcomes, and interventions based on assessed needs
Collaborated with patient/significant others, and health care team members in planning nursing care during hospitalization and for discharge
Develops nursing plan of care that: is consistent with the therapies of other disciplines, based on patient care and nursing practice standards, considers the cultural and spiritual values, considers patient age specific needs relative to these factors: biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care capabilities, safety, infection control, learning needs, discharge planning needs
Communicates with patient and significant others the nursing plan of care
Performs interventions in a competent, skillful and safe manner
Prioritizes interventions according to patient needs
Applies principles of growth and development across life span in providing care appropriate to patient's age specific needs
Provides education to patient and significant others based on assessed learning needs
Provides appropriate Perioperative Teaching and Postoperative discharge instructions
Performs the technical aspects of care according to established practice standards: procedures, treatments, IV/blood administration, medication administration, moderate sedation
Performs or directs cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other lifesaving interventions
Demonstrates competence in applying the principles of: Standard precaution, Isolation, Asepsis
Provides interventions to meet patients' identified discharge needs
Evaluates patients' responses to interventions
Modifies and implements interventions as appropriate
Re-evaluates patients' responses
Records accurately, concisely, either on paper form or electronic, the following information: assessments/reassessments, plan of care, interventions, patient's responses
Signs documentation with legible signature and classification in paper form and electronic with correct computer sign on
Performs charge nurse/team leader responsibilities competently when assigned
Plans and coordinates patient care activities
Identifies problems and recommended solutions
Delegates nursing tasks based on the needs of the patient and competence of staff
Established priorities based on the changing patient care needs
Participates in standards development quality assessment and improvement activities and research as request or assigned
Communicates pertinent information to patient physician, nurses and other health care team members as appropriate
Utilizes the chain of command appropriately to address issues of concern
Maintains confidentiality in all patient related information
Provides privacy for patient/family
Treats appropriate actions to address ethical concerns
Performs as resource nurse/buddy when assigned
Assists new hires with information or directions whenever requested and offers assistance as needed
Conducts CPR drills, fire drills and patient centered conferences or other unit educational activities as requested or assigned
Maintains certification as required in special areas of practice
Recognizes own learning needs, and seeks opportunities to meet those needs
Renews professional license in a time manner
Attends safety, infection control in-services and maintains Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification annually
Adheres to dress code
Performs all other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois
Three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care or hospital setting
One (1) year of nursing experience in Critical Care or PACU in an acute care hospital, level 1 trauma hospital or teaching hospital
Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
(Must provide proof at time of interview)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire date
(Must provide proof at time of interview)
Must possess Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
(Must provide proof at time of interview)
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university
Two (2) years of Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nursing or Critical Care nursing experience
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of medicals and IV fluids and correct admission based on patient age and clinical condition
Demonstrate competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment
Demonstrate working knowledge of the current requirements of accrediting and regulatory agencies
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills necessary to a variety of people from different socio-economic backgrounds
Strong emergency response skills
Strong customer service and empathy skills
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict
Management/resolution skills
Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precision
Ability to perform a pre-procedure assessment on all patients and reassessment during and post procedure
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to resolve complex patient/administration problems and research issues
Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team
Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction)
Ability to tolerate exposure to unpleasant noise, odor and temperature
Ability to walk extensively, lift moderately heavy objects, and climb stairs
Ability to consistently push, pull, twist, turn, bend, kneel, stoop, lift and reach above shoulder and stand for prolonged periods of time.
Veteran Preference PLEASE READ
When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran
must
:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
Attach a copy of their
DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22
(Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).
Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable )
OR
A copy of a
valid State ID Card or Driver's License
which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
100% Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada muse be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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