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UChicago Medicine lists this Staff Nurse, General Observation/Surgical - Part-Time, Nights opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Be a part of a world‑class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Staff Nurse in the 3 CN General Observation‑Surgical department at our Hyde Park campus. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
At UChicago Medicine, we bring the world’s most innovative approaches to patients with all conditions, from common to complex. This department provides care for multispecialty surgery patients (plastics, ENT, colorectal, general surgery), trauma patients, telemetry monitored and 24‑48hr observation patients. You will have the ability to work with physicians that are constantly pushing the bounds of possibility forward, conducting groundbreaking research and providing lifesaving, personalized patient care.
A staff nurse is a registered professional nurse (RN) who manages patient‑centered care that is outcome directed. Patient‑centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards provide the foundation for the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care provided. The staff nurse assumes the primary responsibility and accountability for all patient care personally provided and that provided by those directly under her/his supervision.
Essential Job Functions
Utilizes appropriate assessment skills to determine patient needs.
Develops a plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients.
Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned by Care Center Director or Patient Care Manager.
Provides support to peers by assisting as needed, being a resource person and working as a team member.
Assists Care Center in development/attainment of goals and objectives.
Uses clinical pathways and/or plans of care incorporating standards of practice.
Assesses own need for professional growth and development and seeks appropriate resources to meet needs.
Attends continuing education programs and participates in program evaluation.
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing.
Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN degree or higher preferred.
Associate Degree Nurses are required to enroll in a BSN program within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire, and make progress toward and complete their BSN degree within 30 months. ADN nurses receive 100% tuition reimbursement towards a BSN degree from an accredited program.
Current Illinois RN license.
BLS from American Heart Association.
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Part‑Time (0.6)
Shift: Days, 7 pm‑7 am
Work Location: Onsite; CCD Building, Hyde Park
Unit/Department: 3CN Surgical
College/Area: NNU
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. The pay range is based on a full‑time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union. Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits – UChicago Medicine.
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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