Cook County Health
PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the SEIU 73 Organizing Committee. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants.
LOCATION:
Cermak Health Services, 2800 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
DEPARTMENT:
Patient Care Services
SHIFT:
3PM - 11PM
PAY RANGE:
$36.121 - $43.507 Hourly – Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.
Job Summary UNION – SEIU 73
As a first responder to emergencies in accordance with protocols, within the Cook County Department of Corrections (CCDOC)/Criminal Courts Building Complex and the Department of Community Supervision and Intervention (DCSI). Utilizes Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) skills as well as other technical skills to evaluate, triage and stabilize patients. Observes detainees for health problems, intervenes and reports clinical information to Physician, Physician Assistant (PA) or Registered Nurse (RN).
Typical Duties
Evaluates patient condition and provides emergency treatment per protocol.
Provides emergency care including taking vital signs, immobilizing the patient, administering medications orally and intravenously, performing EKG, endotracheal intubation, cardiac defibrillation and venous catheter placement.
Performs Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), as directed and supervised by physician.
Documents accurately and timely.
In divisional, clinic, Intake, and/or Infirmary settings, acknowledges nurse's supervisory responsibility as directed.
Performs activities as directed by the nurse in those settings.
Documents in Cerner EMR as directed by the nurse.
Verifies and documents patient complaints and discusses with registered nurse or physician.
Maintains confidentiality in all patient related information.
Assists the nurse, physician and/or physician assistant in further medical evaluation of the detainee/patient.
Adheres to the attendance policy.
Utilizes appropriate channel to address any issues/concerns.
Transports sick and injured detainees to required healthcare areas by wheelchair, stair-chair, gurney, medi-car and ambulance.
Inspects emergency equipment and supplies daily; ensures all equipment is clean and operational and reports problems.
Understands and supports unit department health services policies and philosophy by reviewing new policies and procedures and using the policy and procedure book for clarifications.
Demonstrates accountability through maintenance and compliance with CPR, ACLS.
Attends mandatory certification programs for fire, safety, infection control and other mandatory offerings.
Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff and others.
Gives appropriate shift-to-shift reports.
Assumes responsibility for attending twelve hours of in-service annually; accepts responsibility for professional growth by attendance at educational offerings.
Maintains patient confidentiality; demonstrates use of ethics in practice.
Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).
Complies with existing security (CCDOC, DCSI) policies and procedures.
Presents professional appearance in attitude, dress, communication and grooming.
Serves as a preceptor as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent (must provide official transcripts at time of interview).
Must be 21 years of age at time of application filing (must provide proof at time of interview).
Must possess a valid driver’s license (must provide license at time of interview).
Must possess current CPR and ACLS certifications (must provide proof at time of interview).
Must be licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in the state of Illinois (must provide proof at time of interview).
Must possess two (2) years full‑time work experience as an emergency medical technician or providing emergency medical care, required.
Must possess competency in Phlebotomy, required.
Must possess competency in Microsoft Excel, required (testing may be required).
Must possess experience in sterilization procedures, required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of pharmacology, physical assessment, and basic medical terminology.
Knowledge of medical abbreviations that pertain to emergency medical procedures.
Skill in performing EKG.
Skill in basic physical assessment.
Ability to perform Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to understand instructions and communicate effectively with patients as well as staff.
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 six 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, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
Attach a copy of their DD‑214, DD‑215 or NGB‑22 at time of application filing. If multiple documents exist, submit the one with the latest date. A Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list a Honorable Discharge Status; those not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.
Alternately, a copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License that identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
All items must be attached; failure to do so will render the applicant ineligible for Veteran Preference. Veterans must provide original applicable discharge papers or qualifying 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
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our benefits package, please visit: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
Eligibility of Degrees Awarded Outside the United States Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must 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.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and a successful completion of a physical and pre‑employment drug screen. Cook County Government Health and Hospital System is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowing prejudice or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
Equal Opportunity Employer COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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LOCATION:
Cermak Health Services, 2800 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
DEPARTMENT:
Patient Care Services
SHIFT:
3PM - 11PM
PAY RANGE:
$36.121 - $43.507 Hourly – Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.
Job Summary UNION – SEIU 73
As a first responder to emergencies in accordance with protocols, within the Cook County Department of Corrections (CCDOC)/Criminal Courts Building Complex and the Department of Community Supervision and Intervention (DCSI). Utilizes Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) skills as well as other technical skills to evaluate, triage and stabilize patients. Observes detainees for health problems, intervenes and reports clinical information to Physician, Physician Assistant (PA) or Registered Nurse (RN).
Typical Duties
Evaluates patient condition and provides emergency treatment per protocol.
Provides emergency care including taking vital signs, immobilizing the patient, administering medications orally and intravenously, performing EKG, endotracheal intubation, cardiac defibrillation and venous catheter placement.
Performs Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), as directed and supervised by physician.
Documents accurately and timely.
In divisional, clinic, Intake, and/or Infirmary settings, acknowledges nurse's supervisory responsibility as directed.
Performs activities as directed by the nurse in those settings.
Documents in Cerner EMR as directed by the nurse.
Verifies and documents patient complaints and discusses with registered nurse or physician.
Maintains confidentiality in all patient related information.
Assists the nurse, physician and/or physician assistant in further medical evaluation of the detainee/patient.
Adheres to the attendance policy.
Utilizes appropriate channel to address any issues/concerns.
Transports sick and injured detainees to required healthcare areas by wheelchair, stair-chair, gurney, medi-car and ambulance.
Inspects emergency equipment and supplies daily; ensures all equipment is clean and operational and reports problems.
Understands and supports unit department health services policies and philosophy by reviewing new policies and procedures and using the policy and procedure book for clarifications.
Demonstrates accountability through maintenance and compliance with CPR, ACLS.
Attends mandatory certification programs for fire, safety, infection control and other mandatory offerings.
Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff and others.
Gives appropriate shift-to-shift reports.
Assumes responsibility for attending twelve hours of in-service annually; accepts responsibility for professional growth by attendance at educational offerings.
Maintains patient confidentiality; demonstrates use of ethics in practice.
Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).
Complies with existing security (CCDOC, DCSI) policies and procedures.
Presents professional appearance in attitude, dress, communication and grooming.
Serves as a preceptor as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent (must provide official transcripts at time of interview).
Must be 21 years of age at time of application filing (must provide proof at time of interview).
Must possess a valid driver’s license (must provide license at time of interview).
Must possess current CPR and ACLS certifications (must provide proof at time of interview).
Must be licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in the state of Illinois (must provide proof at time of interview).
Must possess two (2) years full‑time work experience as an emergency medical technician or providing emergency medical care, required.
Must possess competency in Phlebotomy, required.
Must possess competency in Microsoft Excel, required (testing may be required).
Must possess experience in sterilization procedures, required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of pharmacology, physical assessment, and basic medical terminology.
Knowledge of medical abbreviations that pertain to emergency medical procedures.
Skill in performing EKG.
Skill in basic physical assessment.
Ability to perform Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to understand instructions and communicate effectively with patients as well as staff.
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 six 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, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
Attach a copy of their DD‑214, DD‑215 or NGB‑22 at time of application filing. If multiple documents exist, submit the one with the latest date. A Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list a Honorable Discharge Status; those not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.
Alternately, a copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License that identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
All items must be attached; failure to do so will render the applicant ineligible for Veteran Preference. Veterans must provide original applicable discharge papers or qualifying 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
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our benefits package, please visit: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
Eligibility of Degrees Awarded Outside the United States Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must 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.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and a successful completion of a physical and pre‑employment drug screen. Cook County Government Health and Hospital System is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowing prejudice or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
Equal Opportunity Employer COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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