RN 3 Weekend Program

Company: Rush Oak Park Hospital
Location: Oak Park
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Department: Emergency DepartmentWork Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)Shift: Shift 1Work Schedule: 12 HrSummary:
The RNIII is a proficient nurse possessing in-depth knowledge of patient management; can accommodate unplanned events and can respond with efficiency, flexibility and confidence. The RN 3 immediately sees the whole situation while being able to discriminate that which is most relevant; has developed advanced communication and collaboration skills along with system savvy. The RN 3 assumes a leadership role in the clinical practice area, using clinical experience to serve as a role model and coach. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Responsibilities:
Evidence Based Practice
Ensures that staff applies current evidence based guidelines (P&P, standards of care, protocols, pathways).
Seeks out current evidence based information and is accountable for sharing with peers.
Participates in unit based quality initiatives to improve patient care and outcomes.
Relationships and Caring
Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
Anticipates patient/ family-clinician communication breakdown and implements appropriate action to resolve.
Serves as a role model by demonstrating advanced interpersonal communication and collaboration skills in the management of complex patient care situations.
Resolves conflict effectively to continuously improve team relationships at the unit level.
Critical Thinking
Utilizes advanced assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of Critically analyzes complex patient cases and effectively adapts the plan of care.
Anticipates potential problems and identifies subtle changes in patient status which lead to early and effective interventions to optimize patient outcomes.
Supports less experienced staff in management of complex patient situations.
Provides coaching for reflection and review of complex patient situations in order to identify practical solutions.
Technical Expertise
Models the safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
Evaluates the application of safety strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide risk patient identification) on the unit and initiates appropriate action to minimize risk.
Models effective, sophisticated teaching strategies for patients and families.
Leadership
Serves as a role model whose beliefs, attitudes and actions support unit leadership and goals.
Demonstrates proficient leadership skills at the unit level.
Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
1-3 years of experience
Bachelor s Degree in Nursing or other major (except current employees hired before October 31, 2009).
Non-baccalaureate RNs are not eligible for promotion.
Current state of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
CPR
Consistent proficient performance at RN 2 position or equivalent experience.
National Certification within 1 year after eligibility for the certification exam. (Candidates with Master s Degrees are required to acquire National Certification within 2 years of assuming position)
ACLS for ICU, Tele, Endo, PACU, IR, ED
PALS for PACU, ED
Analytical ability.
Communication skills are required in order to teach.
Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Physical Demands:
Work requires the ability to walk throughout the medical center and to be standing and walking most of the designated shift.
Work requires lifting and carrying objects 35-40 lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
The ability to check documents for errors, use of a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Ability to care for patients in the following age categories:
Pre-Schoolers (3-5 years) depending on cluster
School Age (5-12 years) depending on cluster
Adolescents (12-18 years)
Young Adults (19-45 years)
Middle Adults (45-60 years)
Older Adults (greater than 60)

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