Registered Nurse ICU Nights

About the role

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth means being part of a community dedicated to extending the healing ministry of Christ. We value the whole person, offering comprehensive care and spiritual support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to gather health status and needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessment findings and medical diagnoses.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses to interventions, adjusting care plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Provide education and counseling to patients and their families about health conditions, treatment plans, medications, and self-care strategies.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
• Document patient care activities accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality care.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies and safety protocols.
• Respond promptly to life-threatening situations using established protocols and critical care skills.

Requirements

• Skills required to work in critical care area as defined by unit
• Excellent organization and interpersonal communication skills
• Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows-based programs
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Organizational skills, ability to prioritize
• Mental and emotional stability, demonstrating a courteous and calm approach to all contacts with patients, visitors, and health care team members
• Mature judgment and ability to handle confidential information
• Personal qualities such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion, and confidentiality
• Ability to work as a team player within a unit
• Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes
• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Ability to provide leadership, direction, and solve complex problems
• Performs accurate documentation within the electronic medical record
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills, multi-tasking, and a professional bedside manner
• Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance
• EKG knowledge (based on patient population; see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements)
• Previous experience with Cerner Electronic Medical Record
• Previous EKG Interpretation Class
• EPIC

Qualifications

• Associate's of Nursing
• Bachelor's of Nursing (preferred)
• Experience in a specialty area(s) - ICU
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) (preferred)
• Fundamentals of Critical Care Support (FCCS) (preferred)
• Basic EKG Certification (BEKG)
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS)
• Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) (preferred)
• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) (preferred)
• NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program (preferred)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program - Advanced (NRP-A) (preferred)
• Instructor PALS (PALS-INSTR) (preferred)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. certification (preferred)
• Trauma Nurse course Certification (TNCC) (preferred)

Skills

• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Ability to provide leadership, direction, and solve complex problems
• Performs accurate documentation within the electronic medical record
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills, multi-tasking, and a professional bedside manner
• Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance
• EKG knowledge (based on patient population; see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements)

Benefits

• All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One, Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off from Day One, 403-B Retirement Plan, Whole Person Well-being Resources, Mental Health Resources and Support, Pet Benefits

Pay

Pay Range: $33.60 - $56.52

Schedule

Full time, Nights 6:45pm - 7:15am, w/rotating weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements

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Equal Opportunity Employer

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.