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CLINICAL NURSE I - STROGER - NEONATAL ICU
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Job Summary
Clinical Nurse I – Neonatal ICU performed by the John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital – Neonatal ICU. Starting salary is commensurate with RN experience.
Location John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital – Neonatal ICU
Salary Starting salary is commensurate with years of RN experience.
Responsibilities
Identifies, plans, and cares for the total needs of patients taking into consideration the age‑specific needs of patients in assigned area of responsibility.
Performs initial and ongoing assessment/data collection that includes consideration of biophysical, psycho‑social, environmental, self‑care, educational and discharge planning factors in a systematic manner.
Formulates and updates an individualized plan of care based on patients' assessed needs, desired outcomes, and consideration of age‑related requirements.
Implements care in knowledgeable, skillful, and safe manner based on established patient and nursing practice standards.
Evaluates effectiveness of care and revise interventions as appropriate.
Records assessments, intervention, and patient outcomes.
Develops, implements, and evaluates educational services/programs for patients.
Makes appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situation.
Performs and/or directs cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation activities.
Operates equipment necessary for providing patient care in assigned clinical area.
Works and communicates effectively with a variety of patients, visitors, and other individuals.
Provides supervision, general direction, guidance, and coordination of patient care given by other nursing staff.
Applies knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures.
Applies principles of infection control and safety.
Demonstrates awareness of patient/family rights and ethical and legal issues.
Participates actively in staff orientation and staff development activities for the unit.
Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for professional practice, growth, and development.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois or ability to obtain license two (2) weeks prior to starting employment (must provide proof at the time of interview if already obtained).
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (must provide proof at the time of interview if already obtained).
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification or ability to obtain certification prior to conclusion of orientation (must provide proof at the time of interview if already obtained).
Preferred Qualifications
One (1) to five (5) years of acute care, pediatric, or neonatal intensive care unit experience.
RNC‑NICU, Neonatal, or other specialty certification.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Demonstrates competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment.
Demonstrates working knowledge of the current requirements of accrediting and regulatory agencies.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups.
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 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.
Ability to make appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situation.
Ability to perform and/or direct cardiopulmonary resuscitation activities.
Ability to read and interpret Electrocardiogram (EKG) strips.
Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Veteran Preference When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, 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.
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application 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). If you have multiple DD‑214s, DD‑215s, or NGB‑22s, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy with a Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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Location John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital – Neonatal ICU
Salary Starting salary is commensurate with years of RN experience.
Responsibilities
Identifies, plans, and cares for the total needs of patients taking into consideration the age‑specific needs of patients in assigned area of responsibility.
Performs initial and ongoing assessment/data collection that includes consideration of biophysical, psycho‑social, environmental, self‑care, educational and discharge planning factors in a systematic manner.
Formulates and updates an individualized plan of care based on patients' assessed needs, desired outcomes, and consideration of age‑related requirements.
Implements care in knowledgeable, skillful, and safe manner based on established patient and nursing practice standards.
Evaluates effectiveness of care and revise interventions as appropriate.
Records assessments, intervention, and patient outcomes.
Develops, implements, and evaluates educational services/programs for patients.
Makes appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situation.
Performs and/or directs cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation activities.
Operates equipment necessary for providing patient care in assigned clinical area.
Works and communicates effectively with a variety of patients, visitors, and other individuals.
Provides supervision, general direction, guidance, and coordination of patient care given by other nursing staff.
Applies knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures.
Applies principles of infection control and safety.
Demonstrates awareness of patient/family rights and ethical and legal issues.
Participates actively in staff orientation and staff development activities for the unit.
Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for professional practice, growth, and development.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois or ability to obtain license two (2) weeks prior to starting employment (must provide proof at the time of interview if already obtained).
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (must provide proof at the time of interview if already obtained).
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification or ability to obtain certification prior to conclusion of orientation (must provide proof at the time of interview if already obtained).
Preferred Qualifications
One (1) to five (5) years of acute care, pediatric, or neonatal intensive care unit experience.
RNC‑NICU, Neonatal, or other specialty certification.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Demonstrates competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment.
Demonstrates working knowledge of the current requirements of accrediting and regulatory agencies.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups.
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 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.
Ability to make appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situation.
Ability to perform and/or direct cardiopulmonary resuscitation activities.
Ability to read and interpret Electrocardiogram (EKG) strips.
Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Veteran Preference When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, 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.
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application 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). If you have multiple DD‑214s, DD‑215s, or NGB‑22s, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy with a Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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