University of Illinois
Staff Nurse I
University of Illinois, Rockford, Illinois, United States, 61103
Staff Nurse I
Winnebago County Justice Center, Rockford Part-Time Position, 16-24 hours per week
2:00 pm-10:30 pm, including every other weekend.
Can lead to a 40 hours per week position.
Hiring Department : Family and Community Medicine
Location : Rockford, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1024130
Posting Close Date : 11/30/24
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 Summary Staff 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. This position requires weekend call coverage averaging one weekend (Friday 6AM-Monday 6AM) every four weeks.
Duties & Responsibilities
Utilize the nursing process by demonstrating appropriate assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's care. Assess the patient, collect and document the patient's current health status and medical history. Make accurate and ongoing assessment of patient's status and respond appropriately. Plan/Implement; set priorities for nursing action in a logical sequence according to patient's needs and formulate a plan of care by the appropriate selection of Nurse Practice Standards. Evaluate; perform ongoing assessment and revise plan of care based on new date and patient's condition. Document accurate and ongoing assessment of patient status. Communicate with the medical provider regarding patient needs, the nursing assessments and recommendations on a daily basis. Collaborate with other nurses and health team members to ensure the patient's wellbeing. Cover primary call on average of one weekend every four weeks. Weekend call coverage begins at 6AM on a Friday and ends at 6AM the following Monday (3 days of coverage). Call coverage requires working shifts during the call period in the event of a call-off in which another employee is unable to fill the shift required for minimum staffing levels. Teach patient appropriate health information in a timely manner. Administer medications and IV's according to policy and procedure. Observe and document patient's response to pertinent medications. Demonstrate ability and appropriate technical skills when administering treatments and procedures in accordance with provider's orders and policy and procedure. Demonstrate necessary skills and knowledge to provide care for patients according to policy and procedure. Demonstrate ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise and professional manner. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.
Preferred Qualifications This position requires weekend call coverage averaging one weekend (Friday 6AM-Monday 6AM) every four weeks.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Winnebago County Justice Center, Rockford Part-Time Position, 16-24 hours per week
2:00 pm-10:30 pm, including every other weekend.
Can lead to a 40 hours per week position.
Hiring Department : Family and Community Medicine
Location : Rockford, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1024130
Posting Close Date : 11/30/24
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 Summary Staff 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. This position requires weekend call coverage averaging one weekend (Friday 6AM-Monday 6AM) every four weeks.
Duties & Responsibilities
Utilize the nursing process by demonstrating appropriate assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's care. Assess the patient, collect and document the patient's current health status and medical history. Make accurate and ongoing assessment of patient's status and respond appropriately. Plan/Implement; set priorities for nursing action in a logical sequence according to patient's needs and formulate a plan of care by the appropriate selection of Nurse Practice Standards. Evaluate; perform ongoing assessment and revise plan of care based on new date and patient's condition. Document accurate and ongoing assessment of patient status. Communicate with the medical provider regarding patient needs, the nursing assessments and recommendations on a daily basis. Collaborate with other nurses and health team members to ensure the patient's wellbeing. Cover primary call on average of one weekend every four weeks. Weekend call coverage begins at 6AM on a Friday and ends at 6AM the following Monday (3 days of coverage). Call coverage requires working shifts during the call period in the event of a call-off in which another employee is unable to fill the shift required for minimum staffing levels. Teach patient appropriate health information in a timely manner. Administer medications and IV's according to policy and procedure. Observe and document patient's response to pertinent medications. Demonstrate ability and appropriate technical skills when administering treatments and procedures in accordance with provider's orders and policy and procedure. Demonstrate necessary skills and knowledge to provide care for patients according to policy and procedure. Demonstrate ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise and professional manner. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.
Preferred Qualifications This position requires weekend call coverage averaging one weekend (Friday 6AM-Monday 6AM) every four weeks.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation