CLINICAL NURSE I - EMERGENCY ROOM - PROVIDENT

This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the National Nurses Organizing Committee. Pursuant to the agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants.

Location

Provident Hospital
500 E 51st St, Chicago, IL 60615

About the Role

The Clinical Nurse I position is an entry-level professional nursing role. Under close supervision, this individual utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; provides input to policies and standards of care; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required. Continues to establish and expand personal clinical base of nursing knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates an ability to effectively utilize the nursing process as a basis for delivery of patient care.
• Performs and documents a physical/psycho-social assessment on assigned patients that accurately portrays patient problems and/or complications.
• Assesses and documents needs for patient and family education.
• Bases nursing diagnosis on available assessment data.
• Effectively observes and documents the patient's emotional response.
• Develops a nursing plan of care based on medical and nursing diagnosis, admission profile, and the individual needs of the patient.
• Collaborates with peers, supervisors, and other health team members in developing the plan of care and establishing priorities, ensuring continuity of care.
• Evaluates the patients' response to nursing interventions and alters the plan of care as needed.
• Develops and implements ongoing discharge plans for patients in collaboration with other health care providers/team members.
• Implements a written plan of nursing care, individualized to the needs of each patient within a predetermined time after admission.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and rationale for the safe use of equipment.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas of the assigned unit.
• Consistently uses aseptic techniques during procedures and treatments.
• Administers medications and therapeutic measures as prescribed by physicians in accordance with safe medical practice and established policies/procedures.
• Identifies, manages, and documents changes in the patient's status, and communicates these findings to the appropriate health care personnel.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing interventions in accomplishing goals and intended patient care outcomes.
• Modifies the plan of care as needed with changes in the patient's condition.
• Recognizes the needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated (e.g., understands child growth and development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior, and signs of normal aging). Integrates this knowledge and skills into age-appropriate responses to psychosocial and physical needs of each patient.
• Maintains sufficient skills to complete a biophysical and psycho-social evaluation based on the age of the patient.
• Adjusts nursing care for age-associated illnesses and conditions (e.g., geriatrics: vision, mobility, and hearing; pediatrics: deviations from normal growth and developmental stages; adolescents: unique behavior and emotional needs).
• Performs the technical aspects of patient care according to established policies and procedures; adapts techniques to the unique needs of individual patients.
• Provides educational support for patients and their families to increase their knowledge and understanding of their disease entity, medications, and treatments.
• Observes hospital dress code and wears identification badge.
• Provides proper notification of absence and tardiness; is punctual for patient report and start of shift.
• Demonstrates knowledge in the current use of all forms required in the day-to-day operation of the unit.
• Handles telephone information and requests with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for confidentiality.
• Manages time effectively for proper balance between patient care assignments, in-service meetings, and professional conferences.
• Respects the rights, property, and privacy of patients and others.
• Demonstrates leadership skills in the performance of daily activities.
• Serves as a team leader on the unit as assigned.
• Plans, supervises, and instructs Patient Care Attendants on nursing care techniques and procedures.
• Assists non-professional nursing staff in providing nursing care and/or completing complicated assignments and procedures as required.
• Delegates and monitors patient care assignments with staff members in accordance with qualifications of each member and relative to patient's needs.
• Takes "charge" responsibilities in the absence of the charge nurse/nurse manager.
• Ensures nursing quality assurance standards are met by all staff members.
• Directs and counsels staff members regarding patient care, work performance, and problem-solving.
• Demonstrates ability to direct activities on the nursing unit in the event of an emergency situation.
• Writes accurate, clear, concise, and legible patient care reports.
• Demonstrates competency in the use of appropriate forms and required reports.
• Accurately compiles daily reports and submits them on time.
• Consistently documents and follows up on significant observations and problems with appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills and positive interpersonal relations.
• Notifies supervisors and/or charge nurse of pertinent observations, reactions, incidents, and abnormal laboratory or x-ray results.
• Regularly communicates with physicians, charge nurses, supervisors, and other health care professionals regarding patient responses and unit activities.
• Communicates pertinent information regarding patients at shift report using the nursing care plan approach.
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing organizational structure and chain of command by following proper lines of communication.
• Utilizes effective verbal, nonverbal, and written communication skills reflective of professional nursing standards and a spirit of interdepartmental cooperation.
• Follows hospital policy and procedures for media coverage and information.
• Works well with supervisors and those in positions of authority.
• Offers assistance and provides directions to visitors, patients, physicians, and families in a concise, informative manner, keeping a courteous and positive tone.
• Demonstrates responsibility for professional growth and development in maintaining competency in nursing practice.
• Organizes and achieves quality performance levels in new routines, procedures, and skills.
• Consistently demonstrates clinical competence in nursing procedures and patient care based on established theory.
• Demonstrates ability to initiate and direct life support measures and performs effectively in "Code Blue" procedures.

Requirements

• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois or ability to obtain license two (2) weeks prior to starting employment (must provide proof at time of interview).
• One (1) year of Emergency Department experience within the last three (3) years is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required (must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required (must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required (must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university.
• Emergency Communications Registered Nurse (ECRN) certification.

Skills

• Knowledge of medical equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Mathematical skills for medication dosing.
• Emergency response skills.
• Ability to walk extensively, lift moderately heavy objects, and climb stairs.
• Ability to consistently push, pull, twist, turn, bend, kneel, stoop, lift, and reach above shoulder level, and stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability in performing duties.

Veteran Preference

When 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:

• Identify as a Veteran on the employment application.
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215, or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation) at the time of application filing. If multiple documents exist, submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of military separation from either the Department of Transportation (before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (after 9/11). Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status.
• Alternatively, attach a copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License that identifies the holder as a Veteran.

Veterans must provide original applicable discharge papers or applicable state ID card/driver’s license at the time of interview.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Basic Term Life Insurance.
• Pension Plan.
• Deferred Compensation Program.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Pay

$38.203 - $52.061 per hour. Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at the time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.

Schedule

3:00 PM - 3:00 AM