Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County
Chicago, IL

Nurse Clinician - Medical ICU - JHS

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the National Nurses Organizing Committee. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants. LOCATION: MEDICAL ICU - JOHN H. STROGER, JR. HOSPITAL - 1950 WEST POLK, CHICAGO, IL DEPARTMENT: Medical Administration SHIFT: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM JOB SUMMARY: NNOC - MEMBERS ONLY Under general direction, performs a variety of specialized and responsible nursing duties related to the care of patients in a large public health institution; and performs related duties as required. Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of educational programs and in-services. Possess excellent clinical skills. Functions as a preceptor, participates in Quality Assurance projects, Department of Justice (DOJ)/NCCHC preparedness teams and CCH/Cermak committees. TYPICAL DUTIES * Demonstrate clinical proficiency in assessing, planning and implementing patient care, taking into consideration the flow of the clinic and age-specific needs of the patient. * Plan, organize, direct and monitor orientation of nursing staff in collaboration with Nurse Coordinator/Nurse Educator/Divisional Director/Director PCS. * Works closely with all staff on meeting the requirements for the nurse sick call. * Lead DOJ preparedness teams. * Works with the Nurse Coordinator on the flow of the clinic and on ways to improve the Patient Experience. * Serves as a preceptor and resource for all services and initiatives. * Develop, plan and implement in collaboration with Nurse coordinator/Nurse Educator; educational needs of patient. * Works with the nursing staff to implement a plan of care for the patients that includes nutritional, educational, functional, social support, discharge teaching and psychological issues. * Attends ongoing meetings and trainings at various locations, such as Cerner updates and brings information back to the clinics to ensure staff are competent of the changes and updates. * Monitors staff to ensure required elements are documented correctly and works with staff to ensure an understanding. * Trains staff to electronically document appropriate information related to all patient encounters, using applicable Power Forms and I-View. * Trains nursing staff including RN's, LPN's, ERT's, CMT and PCAs. * Evaluate the plan of care in terms of expected outcomes. * Incorporate data derived from Care Management Tools into patient's plan of care. * Help patient establish and work towards meeting self-management goals. * Track patient's self-management progress. * Establish a therapeutic nurse-client, nurse-family, nurse-community relationship. * Schedule and conducts nurse visits based on the health services request form. * Evaluate and document outcomes of patient teaching. * Functions as a staff nurse in the event of staffing shortage. * Assess and document patient health literacy. * Ability to identify, monitor, implement Quality Improvement measures. * Make appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situations. * Works and communicates effectively with a variety of individuals. * Delegate, coordinate and monitor patient care given by other levels of nursing staff. * Works closely with Nurse Coordinator on staff that may need additional support and develop an educational plan if needed. * Apply knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures. * Skill in the use/operation of clinical equipment necessary for providing patient care in the health center. * Teach, perform and/or direct Basic Life support. * Apply principle of infection control and safety. * Apply knowledge population-based data to health center patient assessments, care coordination and program development. * Demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural diversity, gender and sexual orientation of clients being served. * Knowledge of HIPPA and principles of confidentiality. * Demonstrates excellent internal and customer services skills. * Adheres to CCH attendance policy. * Travels between facilities/divisions. * Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university is required. (Must provide official transcripts at time of interview) * Current license as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois, required. * A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse is required. * Basic Life Support (BLS) certification OR ability to obtain six months from date of hire is required. (If already obtained, must provide proof at time of interview) * Proficient in Microsoft Office, required (Testing may be required) * Prior experience working with Cerner or other healthcare information management systems is required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS * Strong interpersonal skills * Written and verbal communication skills * Attention to detail * Work to deadlines * Flexibility and adaptability in performing duties * Emergency response skills * Work flexible hours BENEFITS PACKAGE * Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage * Basic Term Life Insurance * Pension Plan * Deferred Compensation Program * Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time * You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) * 100% Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/ VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READ 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: * Meet the minimum qualifications for the position. * Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?" * Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable OR A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing. If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference. VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION * Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview. * Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen. * CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor. COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER