Cook County Health and Hospitals
CLINICAL NURSE II - PEDIATRIC ICU
Cook County Health and Hospitals, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Posting: Nov 21, 2024, 10:31:28 AM Closing Date: Dec 5, 2024, 11:59:00 PM Full-time Shift Start Time: 7:00 P.M. Shift End Time: 7:00 A.M. Collective Bargaining Unit: NNOC NursesNNOC Nurses Posting Salary: $36.124 - 48.956 HOURLY Organization: Health and Hospital Systems
PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the National Nurses 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.Job TitleClinical Nurse IIDepartmentPEDIATRIC CUJob SummaryThe Clinical Nurse II is a professional care provider who is responsible and accountable for the overall management of patient care on a specific shift as well as maintaining comprehensive knowledge of patients' condition. Provides safe, effective, and individualized care using the nursing process. Performance of these duties require skills, effective working relationships, setting priorities, and demonstrated knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures.Typical DutiesA. Competencies* Provide general direction, guidance and coordination of patient care activities delivered by other levels of nursing staff.* Make appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situation.* Work and communicate effectively with a variety of individuals.* Apply knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures.* Identify, plan of care for the total needs of patients considering their age specific requirements.* Operate safely clinical equipment necessary for providing patient care.* Initiate and perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation activities.* Apply the principles of Infection Control and Environment of CareB. Clinical Practice* Collects assessment date relative to the following factors: biophysical, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual values, environmental, self-care capabilities, safety, infection control, learning needs, and ability to manage continuing care needs after discharge.* Performs reassessments according to divisional / unit standards and patient care needs.* Performs transfer assessments when patients are transferred in or out of the unit.* Ensures completion of transfer assessments.C. Performs and ensures formulation and communication of an individualized plan of care derived from assessment data.* Utilizes assessment data in formulating age specific plan of care consistent with: a. the therapies of other disciplines; b. Standards of nursing practice.* Involves patient / significant others and collaborates with other health care team members in planning nursing care.* Utilizes principles of growth and development across life span in formulating age specific needs of the patients: neonate / infant, child, adolescent, adult, geriatric.* Ensures collaboration and communication with patient / family and other health care team members are accomplished.D. Ensures implementation of the nursing plan of care:* Performs interventions and ensures implementations are done in a competent, skillful and safe manner.* Ensure that patient's responses to interventions are evaluated and modified accordingly.* Ensures provision of interventions to meet patient identified discharge needs.* Ensures education is provided to patient and family based on assessed learning needs.E. Ensures accurate documentation:* Ensures the staff records pertinent information.* Records accurately, concisely and legibly.* Signs documentation with legible full signature and classification.F. Ensures comprehensive delivery of patient care:* Adheres to and ensures staff follows principles of infection control, environment of care.* Demonstrates competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment and ensures staff does the same.* Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and revised interventions as appropriate.G. Demonstrates leadership / management ability:* Competent in making patient care / staff assignments.* Identifies staffing needs to ensure safe, quality patient care.* Facilities timely admission of patients to the unit.* Ensures timely discharge of patients.* Plans, coordinates team / unit care activities.* Identifies and resolves patient care problems in a timely manner.* Follows the chain of command in referring problems.Demonstrates and promotes teamwork and effective interpersonal relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.Demonstrates knowledge of hospital-wide services and makes appropriate referrals as indicated.Participates and facilitates quality assessment and improvement activities, unit policy / procedures, unit rounds, patient care team, conferences, end of shift report, CPR / fire drills.
H. Demonstrates awareness of patient / family rights and ethical / legal issues:* Ensures patient / family confidentiality and privacy are maintained.* Treats patient / family with respect and courtesy.* Takes appropriate actions to address ethical concerns for self and staff.I. Participates actively in staff orientation and staff development activities for the unit:* Performs as resource nurse / preceptor when necessary.* Facilities attendance of staff to scheduled educational activities.J. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for professional practice, growth and development:* Maintains certification as required.* Seeks opportunities to improve professional knowledge and skills.* Takes accountability for accurate reporting of unusual occurrences, e.g., medication errors, patient falls, etc.K. Other related performance standards:* Renews professional license in a timely manner.* Attends safety, infection control, in-services and maintains all certifications.* Demonstrates punctuality.* Maintains good attendance record.* Adheres to departmental dress code policy.* Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsLicensed Registered Professional Nurse in the State of IllinoisOne (1) year of current Pediatric Intensive Care Unit nursing experience within an acute care settingActive Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationActive Adult Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certificationActive Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certificationKnowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics* Excellent oral and written communication skills with an ability to convey information to a variety of people from different socio-economic backgrounds* Knowledge and experience with Cerner CPOE* Strong interpersonal skills* Written and verbal communication skills* Analytical skills, problem solving skills* Mathematical skills, describe: - Relative to meds, weights, etc.* Attention to detail* Work to deadlines* Flexibility and adaptability in performing duties* Emergency response skillsPhysical and Environmental DemandsThis 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.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.VETERAN PREFERENCEPLEASE READWhen 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.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.
ORA 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 ORAPPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEWMUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION*Degrees awarded outside 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.
*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.
*CCHHS 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.COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the National Nurses 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.Job TitleClinical Nurse IIDepartmentPEDIATRIC CUJob SummaryThe Clinical Nurse II is a professional care provider who is responsible and accountable for the overall management of patient care on a specific shift as well as maintaining comprehensive knowledge of patients' condition. Provides safe, effective, and individualized care using the nursing process. Performance of these duties require skills, effective working relationships, setting priorities, and demonstrated knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures.Typical DutiesA. Competencies* Provide general direction, guidance and coordination of patient care activities delivered by other levels of nursing staff.* Make appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situation.* Work and communicate effectively with a variety of individuals.* Apply knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures.* Identify, plan of care for the total needs of patients considering their age specific requirements.* Operate safely clinical equipment necessary for providing patient care.* Initiate and perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation activities.* Apply the principles of Infection Control and Environment of CareB. Clinical Practice* Collects assessment date relative to the following factors: biophysical, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual values, environmental, self-care capabilities, safety, infection control, learning needs, and ability to manage continuing care needs after discharge.* Performs reassessments according to divisional / unit standards and patient care needs.* Performs transfer assessments when patients are transferred in or out of the unit.* Ensures completion of transfer assessments.C. Performs and ensures formulation and communication of an individualized plan of care derived from assessment data.* Utilizes assessment data in formulating age specific plan of care consistent with: a. the therapies of other disciplines; b. Standards of nursing practice.* Involves patient / significant others and collaborates with other health care team members in planning nursing care.* Utilizes principles of growth and development across life span in formulating age specific needs of the patients: neonate / infant, child, adolescent, adult, geriatric.* Ensures collaboration and communication with patient / family and other health care team members are accomplished.D. Ensures implementation of the nursing plan of care:* Performs interventions and ensures implementations are done in a competent, skillful and safe manner.* Ensure that patient's responses to interventions are evaluated and modified accordingly.* Ensures provision of interventions to meet patient identified discharge needs.* Ensures education is provided to patient and family based on assessed learning needs.E. Ensures accurate documentation:* Ensures the staff records pertinent information.* Records accurately, concisely and legibly.* Signs documentation with legible full signature and classification.F. Ensures comprehensive delivery of patient care:* Adheres to and ensures staff follows principles of infection control, environment of care.* Demonstrates competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment and ensures staff does the same.* Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and revised interventions as appropriate.G. Demonstrates leadership / management ability:* Competent in making patient care / staff assignments.* Identifies staffing needs to ensure safe, quality patient care.* Facilities timely admission of patients to the unit.* Ensures timely discharge of patients.* Plans, coordinates team / unit care activities.* Identifies and resolves patient care problems in a timely manner.* Follows the chain of command in referring problems.Demonstrates and promotes teamwork and effective interpersonal relationships with all health care team members, patients, and families.Demonstrates knowledge of hospital-wide services and makes appropriate referrals as indicated.Participates and facilitates quality assessment and improvement activities, unit policy / procedures, unit rounds, patient care team, conferences, end of shift report, CPR / fire drills.
H. Demonstrates awareness of patient / family rights and ethical / legal issues:* Ensures patient / family confidentiality and privacy are maintained.* Treats patient / family with respect and courtesy.* Takes appropriate actions to address ethical concerns for self and staff.I. Participates actively in staff orientation and staff development activities for the unit:* Performs as resource nurse / preceptor when necessary.* Facilities attendance of staff to scheduled educational activities.J. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for professional practice, growth and development:* Maintains certification as required.* Seeks opportunities to improve professional knowledge and skills.* Takes accountability for accurate reporting of unusual occurrences, e.g., medication errors, patient falls, etc.K. Other related performance standards:* Renews professional license in a timely manner.* Attends safety, infection control, in-services and maintains all certifications.* Demonstrates punctuality.* Maintains good attendance record.* Adheres to departmental dress code policy.* Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsLicensed Registered Professional Nurse in the State of IllinoisOne (1) year of current Pediatric Intensive Care Unit nursing experience within an acute care settingActive Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationActive Adult Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certificationActive Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certificationKnowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics* Excellent oral and written communication skills with an ability to convey information to a variety of people from different socio-economic backgrounds* Knowledge and experience with Cerner CPOE* Strong interpersonal skills* Written and verbal communication skills* Analytical skills, problem solving skills* Mathematical skills, describe: - Relative to meds, weights, etc.* Attention to detail* Work to deadlines* Flexibility and adaptability in performing duties* Emergency response skillsPhysical and Environmental DemandsThis 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.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.VETERAN PREFERENCEPLEASE READWhen 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.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.
ORA 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 ORAPPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEWMUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION*Degrees awarded outside 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.
*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.
*CCHHS 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.COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER