UI Health - Extra Help Staff Nurse I - SCB Perioperative Services

Company: University of Illinois Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

Hiring Department: SCB Perioperative ServicesLocation: Chicago, IL USARequisition ID: 1034710FTE : 0.1Work Schedule -Shift :# of Position: 3Posting Date: 5/19/2025Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $34.36./hr to $76.13/hr*. Final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.(RNs only)About The University Of Illinois ChicagoUIC 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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.Position SummaryStaff 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 is an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals. Will also adhere to the mission, vision, and goals of the Specialty Care Building (SCB).Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and updates the patient's plan of care based on on-going assessment of the patient and input from the patient's family.
• Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care.
• Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan.
• Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient's changing needs.
• Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback.
• Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
• Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies.
• Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.
• Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
• Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support staff and students.
• Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs.
• Other duties as assigned.
• --- Establishes an in-depth database by assessing the behavioral and physical status of a variety of pre-surgical patient populations, utilizing interviews, observation, and physical examination. Interprets overt and subtle data to determine physiologic or psychosocial risk.
• Evaluate patients' responses to care based on the effectiveness of nursing interventions in establishing outcomes and consult with the medical staff, care team lead, and nursing supervisor.
• Recommends changes to the plan of care based on observed variances.
• Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice.
• Identifies learning needs of patients and families and teaches by adapting standard information to provide individualized and comprehensive learning.
• Incorporates discharge/home care planning into the multidisciplinary plan of care.
• Develops a therapeutic relationship by establishing trust and enabling the patient and family to verbalize the requirements for care comfortably.
• Supports and enhances the patient's responsibility and self-determination in decision-making concerning health, treatment, and well-being.
• Competent in all three areas of peri anesthesia- Preop, Phase 1, and Phase 2 recovery areas
• Observing patients for side effects of anesthesia
• Monitoring and recording patient vital signs
• Monitoring patient's level of consciousness throughout sedation recovery
• Performing post-operative tasks, such as administering medication or changing dressings
• Checking and updating patient files, charts, and medical records
• Collaborating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, physicians, and other members of the patient's care team
• Providing comfort and answering questions when patients wake from sedation
• Educating patients and their families regarding post-surgery care at home
• Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.
• Ability to administer a variety of treatments & medications, including all medicines on the crash cart
• Collaborating with the medical team on post-operative patient care and facilitating timely specialized interventions.
• Treating pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms of anesthesia.
• Demonstrates critical thinking by integrating theoretical knowledge and expertise to pose relevant clinical questions when evidence and practice differ.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of teaching interventions and the patient/family's level of understanding.
• Assess and instruct patient/family before surgery
• Assure intake of the patient is accurate through chart review, questioning using safe communication tactics outlined in learning modules
• Assure that operative/informed consents are accurate and signed per policy
• Initiate orders from physicians
• Obtain and record vital signs
• Monitor and accurately document essential signs and ensure the patient meets discharge criteria before moving to next
• Monitor patients' condition and report changes to the appropriate physicians
• Assure patient comfort and answer patient questions
• Other assigned duties that will assist with safety, quality, and efficiencyOrganizational
  • Adheres to UI Health's Code of Conduct.
  • Treats patients/families, staff, students, and visitors with respect and dignity.
  • Adheres to Nursing's time, overtime, and attendance policies.
  • Completes electronic learning modules and related programs as assigned by UI Health by the establisheddate
    • Complies with University Health Services TB, flu compliance, and fit-testing requirements
    • Utilizes established communication channels/chain of command to escalate or resolve patient careproblems.
      • Identifies recurring clinical practice and related unit problems and participates in problem-solvingand resolution.Education/Research
        • Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote and, provide positive learning experiences for staffand students
          • Serves as preceptor and resource to other nursing staff and students.
          • Accesses UI Health intranet/Outlook for relevant communication and to review and interpret changesin policy, procedure, and other information pertinent to practice
            • Supports nursing and multidisciplinary research efforts conducted on the unit and UI Health.
            • Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identifying learning needsand initiating strategies to meet such needs.
              • Be proactive in a committee or a process improvement projectReporting Structure
                • This person works independently within the scope of nursing practice. The ANIII Nurse Manager, acting ascoach and mentor, provides direction, guidance, and feedback regarding practice and performance.The employee's performance is evaluated annually in writing and more frequently if needed. Theemployee and ANIII Nurse manager meet on an as-needed basis for coaching and mentoring, where support,guidance, and direction can be given. The RN provides and receives input from peers regarding.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/PALS 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.
                  • Required 3 years experience of PACU Phase I, Phase II, and Pediatric Patients.
                  • Experience with precepting and orienting
                  • Pediatric Experience is required
                  • Required BLS/ACLS/PALS Certifications When Applying
                  • Current BLS/CPR and/or other required unit specific certifications.
                  • Current advanced cardiac life support, or within 6 months of hire for main hospital.Preferred QualificationsEPIC Experience PreferredKnowledgeable of ASPAN GuidelinesBilingual PreferredThe 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

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