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Great leadership. Lvl 2 trauma in the suburb that can see some high acuity now and then. A bit small but has everything you need, all the resources. Providers are great to work with. No unions in Illinois so you'll be running around w 5 or 6 pts on the higher acuity side.

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Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin, IL is not nationally ranked in any specialty.

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Sherman HospitalRegistered Nurse - Operating RoomCirculating Nurse for Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Surgery**Must have CV experience**Position requires call responsibilityResponsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures. Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion and skilled communication, leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Uses the nursing process to assess the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care. Includes the patient and family in planning and implementing care and develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum.</li><li>Anticipates and recognizes significant changes in the patient’s condition, status, and need for care. Provides ongoing assessment of the patient and takes appropriate actions when changes occur. Anticipates and alters the plan of care as needed, mobilizes appropriate resources, and collaborates with other health care team members to coordinate patient centered care.</li><li>Implements strategies to reduce patient risk and increase patient safety. Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and individualizes the approach as necessary. Works collaboratively to develop strategies to meet the learning needs of the patient and family.</li><li>Actively coordinates the discharge plan utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. Applies evidence-based practice to deliver patient care. Consistently incorporates nursing and regulatory standards of care into practice.</li><li>Provides ongoing evaluation of patient, team, and unit outcomes and is empowered to take appropriate action when changes are needed. Supports shared governance activities and initiatives to improve processes and patient outcomes.</li><li>Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Promotes collaboration among healthcare team members. Assumes a leadership role in the care team and delegates appropriately to unlicensed personnel.</li><li>Promotes a culture of safety through identifying threats to patient safety and intervening to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.</li><li>Applies ethical decision making, demonstrates respect and understanding for peers, and other clinical disciplines. Participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated, unbiased, individualized approach to care.</li><li>Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives to improve the functions of the department and the patient care experience.</li><li>Participates in professional activities which contribute to personal professional development and the development of others. Seeks opportunities to be taught, coached, and mentored. Attends required meetings/educational programs and completes annual competencies in a timely manner.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).</li><li>Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Demonstrates progression to provide holistic patient care and the ability to view clinical situations from a patient and family focus.</li><li>Demonstrates progression to recognize situational changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions, and responds to situations with confidence, timeliness and flexibility.</li><li>Proficient computer skills, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.</li><li>Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to effectively make critical, independent decisions.</li><li>Excellent organization, prioritization and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.</li><li>Demonstrates coordination, collaboration, delegation and team building skills.</li></ul>Certification Addendum:<ul><li>Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others)</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.</li><li>lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.</li><li>carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.</li><li>May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.</li><li>Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.</li><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R86453. Posted job title: Operating Room Registered Nurse (Rn) Cardiovascular And Cardiothoracic Surgery (Cv)

Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Uses the nursing process to assess the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care. Includes the patient and family in planning and implementing care and develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum.</li><li>Anticipates and recognizes significant changes in the patient’s condition, status, and need for care. Provides ongoing assessment of the patient and takes appropriate actions when changes occur. Anticipates and alters the plan of care as needed, mobilizes appropriate resources, and collaborates with other health care team members to coordinate patient centered care.</li><li>Implements strategies to reduce patient risk and increase patient safety. Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and individualizes the approach as necessary. Works collaboratively to develop strategies to meet the learning needs of the patient and family.</li><li>Actively coordinates the discharge plan utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. Applies evidence-based practice to deliver patient care. Consistently incorporates nursing and regulatory standards of care into practice.</li><li>Provides ongoing evaluation of patient, team, and unit outcomes and is empowered to take appropriate action when changes are needed. Supports shared governance activities and initiatives to improve processes and patient outcomes.</li><li>Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Promotes collaboration among healthcare team members. Assumes a leadership role in the care team and delegates appropriately to unlicensed personnel.</li><li>Promotes a culture of safety through identifying threats to patient safety and intervening to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.</li><li>Applies ethical decision making, demonstrates respect and understanding for peers, and other clinical disciplines. Participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated, unbiased, individualized approach to care.</li><li>Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives to improve the functions of the department and the patient care experience.</li><li>Participates in professional activities which contribute to personal professional development and the development of others. Seeks opportunities to be taught, coached, and mentored. Attends required meetings/educational programs and completes annual competencies in a timely manner.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Demonstrates progression to provide holistic patient care and the ability to view clinical situations from a patient and family focus.</li><li>Demonstrates progression to recognize situational changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions, and responds to situations with confidence, timeliness and flexibility.</li><li>Proficient computer skills, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.</li><li>Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to effectively make critical, independent decisions.</li><li>Excellent organization, prioritization and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.</li><li>Demonstrates coordination, collaboration, delegation and team building skills.</li></ul>Certification Addendum:<ul><li>Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others)</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.</li><li>lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.</li><li>carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.</li><li>May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.</li><li>Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.</li><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R130343. Posted job title: Circulating Register Nurse (Rn) Operating Room Rn - Ft 1.0 2Nd Shift

Major Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Manages, develops, implements and evaluates the standards of care in a specialty area to facilitate quality patient care, efficiency, and cost effectiveness. <ul> <li>    1)Maintains accurate preference cards for the assigned surgical specialty which utilizes resources.</li> <li>    2)Collaborates with the Surgery Leadership Team to resolve interdisciplinary conflicts.</li> <li>    3)In collaboration with the Clinical Manager, Team Clinical Leaders assures that intra-operative compliance with regulatory agencies is met.</li> <li>    4)Acts as a clinical resource to OR staff and other hospital departments.</li> <li>    5)Evaluates OR Turnover Times and assists the Scheduler Coordinator/OR Manager to meet designated turnover time targets for specific cases. </li> <li>    6)Leads and Particpates in unit-based process improvement projects.</li> <li>    7)Assumes responsibility for direct patient care.</li> <li>    8)Collaborates with Anesthesia to provide the necessary anesthesia care.</li></ul></li> <li>Promotes and supports an environment that is conducive to staff growth, development and autonomy.<ul> <li>    10)Responsible for mentoring and coaching team members. Develop a team member to be a resource to provide coverage when on vacation.</li> <li>    1)Defines and implements service-specific orientation programs in conjunction with the Clinical Manager and Educator which augments the intra-operative orientation classes.</li> <li>    2)Provides ongoing feedback to Clinical Manager regarding orientee performance.</li> <li>    3)Provides competency-based education processes for staff.</li> <li>    4)Fosters ongoing professional development of staff by assisting with performance and assessment of needs and assisting individuals with identification of professional goals.</li> <li>    5)Accountable for assuring intra-operative staff are educated on essential components of surgical specialty for off-shift and on-call assignments.</li> <li>    6)Provides/ assists the manager with input for the team members during their evaluation process.</li> <li>    7)Collaborates with OR Schedulers, Inventory Supervisor, OR Manager and Schedule Coordinator to assure appropriate vendor or outside representatives or proctoring physicians, observers adhere to OR/Advocate policies/procedures • Verify appropriate vendor is in requested OR and not soliciting other physicians • Communicate and enforce Vendor Policy. </li> <li>    8)Participates and/or leads unit/hospital activities such as educational opportunities and Shared Governance Teams.</li> <li>    9)Collaborate with Surgical Services Leadership Team to provide updated and continual self/team education for Key Result Areas (KRA’s).</li></ul></li> <li>Is accountable for appropriate resource utilization within surgical specialty.<ul> <li>    1)Coordinate and evaluate new supplies / equipment. Reviews and recommends products based on results of evaluation with Leadership team.</li> <li>    2)Review Inventory on specialized supply carts; remove outdated supplies, bring soon-to-be-outdated items to the attention of Perioperative Business Manager/OR Supply Supervisor for immediate use or possible return to vendor. Communicate re-ordering of supplies to suppy chain, &amp; develop/evaluate PAR levels.</li> <li>    3)Regularly reviews assigned specialty surgeon supply requests with surgeons identifying opportunities for standardization and cost-effective utilization.</li> <li>    4)Reviews surgical procedures times with surgery schedulers and coordinator to ensure an accurate OR schedule.</li> <li>    5)Reviews staffing requests for specialty utilizing appropriate level of caregivers in an efficient manner.</li> <li>    6)Fosters a collaborative relationship with Sterile Processing (SPD). Communicates with Sterile Processing Department (SPD) regarding instrumentation needs including special instructions for care/handling/cleaning/sterilization for assigned specialty services. </li> <li>    7)Serves as a liaison for vendor or sales representative per physician request.</li> <li>    8)Assists with developing proposals for Capital Requests</li> <li>    9)Accountable to the departments KRA's and to assist with associate engagement as part of a team effort to achieve the desired results.</li></ul></li></ul> Licensure:<ul><li>Nurse, Registered (RN)</li></ul> Education/Experience Required:<ul><li>Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Three years nursing experience in operating rooms. Effective 7/1/2015: New Hires and transfers from other sites - BSN preferred, ADN with agreement to enroll in BSN completion program in two years to be completed in five years. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Earn 10.0 continuing education credits annually </li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Clinically appropriate skills. Ability to cooperate and work well with internal / external customers. Communication skills. </li><li>Current licensure in the State of Illinois as Registered Nurse. CPR Certification.</li></ul> Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions: <ul><li>Ability to demonstrate a commitment to patient-focused care. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with time constraints. May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases. Ability to perform lifting/transfer activities related to patients (up to 50 lbs. may be required) (medium). Ability to work designated shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to transport objects from one location to another. Ability to be on-call as assigned. This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. </li><li>If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R125930. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (Rn) Orthopedic/Podiatric Surgery Team Lead

Sherman - OR Team Lead**Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic surgical experience required.The specialty resource team leader is assigned to oversee specific service lines within surgery department.  This includes Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Podiatry, ENT, Opthalmology, Plastics, Genitourinary, General, Gynecological, Robotic and Cardiovascular surgeries.  This position is responsible and accountable to ensure the cost-effective management of  resources are in collaboration with surgeons, and nursing staff. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care given in a specialty area of the Operating Room.This position is eligible for a $5,000 Sign On Bonus!&amp; Eligible for $20,000 Student Loan Forgiveness!  Operating Room Team Lead<ul><li>Sherman Hospital</li><li>Elgin, IL</li><li>Scope: General and Plastic Service Lines</li><li>Full Time</li><li>RN required</li><li>Operating Room experience required</li><li>Day shift</li><li>30 - Minute Call required</li></ul>Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manages, develops, implements and evaluates the standards of care in a specialty area to facilitate quality patient care, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.</li><li>Promotes and supports an environment that is conducive to staff growth, development and autonomy.</li><li>Is accountable for appropriate resource utilization within surgical specialty.</li></ul> Licensure:<ul><li>Nurse, Registered (RN)</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).</li><li>Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)</li></ul> Education/Experience Required:<ul><li>Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Three years nursing experience in operating rooms. Effective 7/1/2015: New Hires and transfers from other sites - BSN preferred, ADN with agreement to enroll in BSN completion program in two years to be completed in five years. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Earn 10.0 continuing education credits annually</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Clinically appropriate skills. Ability to cooperate and work well with internal / external customers. Communication skills.</li><li>Current licensure in the State of Illinois as Registered Nurse. CPR Certification.</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Ability to demonstrate a commitment to patient-focused care. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with time constraints. May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases. Ability to perform lifting/transfer activities related to patients (up to 50 lbs. may be required) (medium). Ability to work designated shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to transport objects from one location to another. Ability to be on-call as assigned. This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated.</li><li>If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R118372. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (Rn) Operating Room Team Lead - Cardiovascular And Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job DescriptionRegistered Nurse (RN) Adult Medical Sherman Hospital, Elgin ILFull Time Days 7a-7:30pEligible for $20,000 Student Loan ForgivenessTuition ReimbursementMedical, Dental, Vision, 401KMagnet Hospital Job Summary: Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures. Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion and skilled communication, leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.Position Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with Current IL RN licenseBSN preferred; ADN acceptable with agreement for nurses with less than 12 months of experience to enroll in BSN completion program to be completed in four years.  Nurses with more than 12 months experience in direct patient care must possess a BSN or obtain either BSN or Advocate Aurora Health (AAH) recognized nursing certification within one year of the date of hire or becoming eligible to sit for certification, whichever is later.Current AHA CPRAbility to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts in order to accommodate staffingCertain positions may need to take callWork environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sickAbility to assist in evacuation of patients in the event of a fire or other disasterRoutinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patient

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R132638. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (Rn) Adult Medical Care Days

Sherman HospitalElgin, ILRegistered Nurse (RN)<ul><li>Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU</li><li>Scheduled Hours - 7pm to 7am</li><li>Full time</li><li>30 Bed ICU</li><li>Every 3rd weekend</li><li>Eligible for up to $20,000 Student Loan Forgiveness!</li><li>Competitive Benefit Package</li><li>Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement</li></ul>Job Summary:Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion and skilled dialogue, the registered nurse leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience. The nurse delivers and coordinates patient-centered care across the continuum to support the successful transition of patients to other healthcare delivery systems or their home communities. The registered nurse is responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the appropriate utilization of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation, in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures. Position Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with Current IL RN licenseBSN preferred, ADN acceptable with agreement for nurses with less than 12 months of experience to enroll in BSN completion program to be completed in four years.  Nurses with more than 12 months experience in direct patient care must possess a BSN or obtain either BSN or Advocate Aurora Health (AAH) recognized nursing certification within one year of the date of hire or becoming eligible to sit for certification, whichever is later.Current AHA CPRAbility to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts in order to accommodate staffingCertain positions may need to take callWork environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sickAbility to assist in evacuation of patients in the event of a fire or other disasterRoutinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patientsAbility to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unitAbility to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other team member, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R128692. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (Rn) Intensive Care Unit 7Pm To 7Am

***Sign-On Bonus Available******May be eligible for our Loan Forgiveness program – Up to 20K***Location: Advocate Sherman Hospital - 1425 N. Randall Rd., ElginShift: Night Shift (3rd)FTE: Full-Time (0.9 FTE)Pay Range: $31.10 - $46.60We want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range (above) will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:<ul><li>Shift differentials for PM, Nights, Weekends (based on job profile)</li><li>401(k) company contribution: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: Dollar for dollar match up to 3%</li><li>Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range</li></ul>Summary: Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive respiratory care. The Respiratory therapist administers respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Using evidence-based practices, clinical decision making, and skilled communication, the therapist compassionately leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Uses Respiratory therapy processes to support assessment of patient utilizing a variety of skills such as pulmonary diagnostics, chest radiograph, hemodynamic values, laboratory values, and correlates blood gases and electrolytes. Can identify and address the special needs of patient population specific to department services.</li><li>Operates specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues. Assists physician with bedside or other procedures as applicable to facility.</li><li>Provides medication treatments and therapies per physician order and/or patient driven respiratory protocols as prescribed.</li><li>Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper functionality of equipment. Troubleshoots equipment as necessary and identifies the need for service and/or repair.</li><li>Educates and instructs patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management.</li><li>Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients.</li><li>Under physician direction, the respiratory therapist must be able to adapt and comply to policies and procedures for a variety of different service areas, perform tasks and/or special duties as required by assignment and maintain performance standards and organizational behaviors.</li><li>Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Provides clear, concise, timely, and accurate patient handoff. </li><li>Promotes a culture of safety by recognizing and applying proper safety measures to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.</li><li>Teaches, educates, and precepts new teammates, orientees, and students.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.</li><li>Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 12 months OR active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential issued by the NBRC if credential received prior to January 1, 2023.</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).</li><li>See Education/Certification Addendum for any additional site-specific requirements.</li></ul> Education Required:Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree.  Experience Required:No experience required. Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Effective organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Problem solving and decision making for patient care and equipment use.</li><li>Proficient computer skills, use of e-mail and electronic medical record systems. </li><li>Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills. </li><li>Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members, and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others. </li><li>Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li><li>Must be able to lift 50 lb object from knee to waist.</li><li>Must be able to lift 50 lb from floor to waist height occasionally.</li><li>Must be able to lift 40 lb at waist height and carry it across various distances.</li><li>Must be able to lift 20 lb from waist to overhead.</li><li>Must be able to push/pull while utilizing 30# of force occasionally for long distances.</li><li>Must demonstrate stand-pivot transfer from bed to chair.</li><li>Must perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs. person on a sheet across 2 feet with a second person.</li><li>Must utilize safe body mechanics at all times.</li></ul>This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R125732. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist (Rt)

Major Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Performs duties in the scrub role as assigned.<ul> <li>    1)Completely prepares sterile field in a timely manner; maintains the sterile field and boundaries prior to and during procedure.</li> <li>    2)Complies with departmental policy and procedures regarding specimens, counts, and disposition of contaminated instruments.</li> <li>    3)Assists the physician by sponging, suctioning, retracting, and cutting suture as required and instructed by the physician.</li> <li>    4)Acts as preceptor, sharing knowledge in a supportive/educational manner.</li> <li>    5)Maintains on-call availability.</li> <li>    6)Assists in emergency situations as assigned, demonstrating appropriate actions and prioritizing to meet patient's condition.</li> <li>    7)Maintains a safe work environment according to regulatory agency standards.</li> <li>    8)Anticipates the needs of the physician as demonstrated by having all items required readily available on the sterile field.</li> <li>    9)Participates in the surgical Time Out and does not allow the procedure to continue until all team members agree.</li></ul></li> <li>Responsible for the preparation of the surgical field and supplies/instruments delivered to the field.<ul> <li>    1)Verifies instrument/supply/equipment available and ready per physician preference card.</li> <li>    2)Verifies specific needs of physician by completely reading scrub tips.</li> <li>    3)Assists in opening sterile supplies and instruments.</li> <li>    4)Assists with clean up and turnover upon completion of case.</li> <li>    5)Efficiently utilizes supplies to avoid waste and decrease costs.</li></ul></li> <li>In collaboration with health care team, assists in providing for a cooperative work environment.<ul> <li>    1)Assists with maintaining the established goals of Surgical Services and Advocate</li> <li>    2)Shares clinical and professional knowledge in a supportive/educational manner.</li> <li>    3)Demonstrates self-direction in utilizing work time appropriately.</li> <li>    4)Accepts and completes team responsibilities as assigned.</li> <li>    5)Informs the Team Leader of changes to the physician preference cards.</li> <li>    6)Ensures proper instrument and equipment function; tagging and reporting any broken or malfunctioning equipment/instruments to supervisor.</li></ul></li> <li>Responsible for compliance with hospital policies and procedures.<ul> <li>    1)Maintains patient confidentiality.</li> <li>    2)Utilizes Standards of Behavior with members of health care team and patients.</li> <li>    3)Promotes a culture of patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.</li> <li>    4)Acts as patient advocate to ensure patient welfare by collaborating with physicians and the health care team.</li></ul></li> <li>Responsible for maintenance of professional growth.<ul> <li>    5)Maintains current competencies.</li> <li>    1)Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining professional skills.</li> <li>    2)Independently completes assignments/projects.</li> <li>    3)Participates in unit/hospital committees and projects.</li> <li>    4)Maintains educational records and timecard.</li></ul></li></ul> Education/Experience Required:<ul><li>Graduate of surgical technologist program OR 2 years of surgical scrub experience </li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>N/A</li><li>•CPR certified. •Certified Surgical Technologist certification will be obtained by the employee by sitting for the certification exam within 3 months of employment. </li></ul> Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions: <ul><li>•Must be willing to work with exposures to body fluids, waste and chemicals, radiation, hazardous materials, anesthesia gases and life threatening diseases •On-call availability (nights, weekends, holidays) •Rotating shifts This position needs to recognize the needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. •Ability to move heavy patients and equipment and to stand for long periods of time •Flexibility to deal with stressful, changing environments •Ability to respond quickly to emergencies Ability to communicate, cooperate and work well with others. </li><li>If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R130323. Posted job title: Certified Surgical Technologist

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R130340. Posted job title: Opc-Recovery Registered Nurse (Rn) (Pre-Op/Pacu) 0.7 Fte Rn

Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Performance of comprehensive non-invasive, invasive and vascular procedures to demonstrate (OB/GYN) anatomy under investigation.<ul><li>    1)Provides physiologic assessment of OB/GYN vasculature and fetal well-being.</li><li>    2)Independently provides technically optimal, complete and accurate images for diagnosis of the high risk OB/GYN patient.</li><li>    3)Combines clinical history while performing sonographic study to summarize findings of the study and upon completion of the study has the responsibility of documenting information/action to the appropriate physician</li><li>    4)Assists physicians during invasive procedures which include amniocentesis, sonohysterograms, endometrial biopsies, and chorionic villi sampling.</li></ul></li><li>Documentation of patient history and results of study.<ul><li>    1)Reviews patient history by clinical information available from charts and one-on-one verbal review of clinical history with patient.</li><li>    2)Summary of findings by imaging technologist must be entered onto the Perinatal computer network which requires advanced knowledge of operation of both computer hardware and software.</li><li>    3)Notification of appropriate physician of summary of findings</li></ul></li><li>Displays competent understanding and operation of ultrasound equipment<ul><li>    1)Reports any malfunctions to the manager. If manager is unavailable, contact proper company for repairs, if needed.</li><li>    2)Able to perform start-up and shut down procedures on all equipment</li><li>    3)Ability to operate all ultrasound equipment in a competent manner</li><li>    4)Able to modify technical factors as situations warrants</li><li>    5)Insures that images are labeled with patient identification properly</li><li>    6)Performs problem solving as situation warrants ie equipment malfunction, and physical limitations of equipment.</li><li>    7)Handles all equipment with care.</li></ul></li><li>Delivery of patient care<ul><li>    1)Responsible for the welfare and care of all patients directly under their control; i.e, implementation of immobilization devices as necessary for patient safety and comfort.</li><li>    2)Introduces self and explains exam to patient.</li><li>    3)Reconfirms patient identification with the 2 patient ID and verified procedure requested.</li><li>    4)Uses scripting when required.</li><li>    5)Maintains positive customer relations including proper phone etiquette..</li><li>    6)Professional manner must be displayed in relating to patients, physicians, family members, etc at all times.</li></ul></li><li>Displays competent understanding of patient positioning and image critique.<ul><li>    1)Ability to competently position patients for all ultrasound exams.</li><li>    2)Perform problem solving as it relates to physical limitations of patient during patient positioning</li><li>    3)Competent to perform film reviews to determine if more views are necessary to complete the exam.</li><li>    4)Has minimal amount of repeat work.</li></ul></li><li>Participates in professional development.<ul><li>    1)Attends continuing education seminars and keeps abreast of current literature.</li><li>    2)Maintains professional accreditation in ARDMS and Nuchal Translucency certification.</li><li>    3)Attends departmental meetings.</li><li>    4)Maintains required amount of CME credits for ARDMS</li><li>    5)Participates in problem solving that would improve quality for the department</li><li>    6)Maintains CPR certification</li><li>    7)Provides directions and instruction to new staff, students, and staff in need of assistance.</li></ul></li><li>Other Duties<ul><li>    1)Ensures a secure, safe patient and work environment by maintaining a continued awareness of safety hazard labels, pathology specimens, complete laboratory requisitions and deliveries to appropriate laboratory.</li><li>    2)Cleans, prepares and sanitizes aspiration handles and endocavity transducers for invasive procedures and endovaginal/translabial imaging according to manufacturer recommendations and established infection controls.</li><li>    3)Applies sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination to patients and instruments</li><li>    4)Maintains adequate supplies (gel, film, syringes) in US rooms and notifies manager if supplies are depleted.</li></ul></li><li>Provides technical support for smooth and efficient operation of Ultrasound Department.<ul><li>    1)Enters charges for completed procedures</li><li>    2)Communicates with other departments to successfully schedule various exams for the patient.</li><li>    3)Assumes lead position as necessary in the absence of Lead Technologist and/or department supervisor.</li><li>    4)Interacts closely with the Ultrasound Team Lead and department supervisor to provide for smooth daily operation of the department.</li><li>    5)Attends regularly scheduled Ultrasound Department meetings and in-services.</li><li>    6)Assists in orientation of Ultrasound Department personnel.</li><li>    7)Helps in answering telephones, reviewing physician’s orders, as needed or other related duties as requested by department supervisor</li></ul></li></ul> Education/Experience Required:<ul><li>• Graduate of AMA approved school of ultrasound. • 2 years OB/GYN experience • Must become proficient in fetal echos within 1 year of hire date</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>• Good skills in OB/GYN and pelvic ultrasound exams • Good skills in endovaginal scanning. • Good skills in OB/GYN color duplex scanning. • Good skills and knowledge of pathology in high risk OB/GYN imaging.</li><li>• ARDMS-Registered in OB • Certified in performing Nuchal Translucency • CPR certification</li></ul> Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>• Requires good judgment, needs, reliability, responsibility, independent thought and action. • Extreme flexibility in working hours. • Standing for long periods of time. • Perform emergency procedures as required. • Moving of equipment to bedside. • Additional Information: • Attend additional in-services to keep up with 30 hours accreditation. • Attend annual in-services on fire safety, infection control to meet department safety requirements. -Strong oral and written communication skills -Strong organizational skills -Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy</li><li>If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R37550. Posted job title: Obstetrics And Gynecology Sonography

Major Responsibilities<ul><li>Interprets physician referrals, as appropriate, and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and/or integumentary evaluations utilizing appropriate methods.Establishes a plan of care and implements individual treatment based on evaluation results and functional goals and by utilizing appropriate techniques.  Monitors and evaluates outcomes and appropriately adjusts the individualized treatment plan based on the patient's response to treatment and provides status updates to physicians and other teammates. Identifies factors affecting patient's physical and psychosocial comfort and attends to these needs.   Plans for and completes patient discharge including providing written home programs, patient/family teaching, referral for community services, transition planning within the continuum of care and ordering equipment as indicated/appropriate. Communicates and collaborates with appropriate stakeholders to assist in achieving optimum care for the patient.Completes all required documentation following department policy and accreditation standards with appropriate co- signatures, including patient evaluations, progress notes, team conference reports, and discharge summaries as appropriate. Record patient care and progress of each patient assigned. Completes daily statistics, billing, and scheduling. Applies insurance guidelines regarding authorization and number of visits. Responsible for maintaining site/department established productivity standards.  Responsible for understanding and adhering to all billing and documentation policies, procedures, and timelines.Responsible for cleaning up after patient treatment, putting away equipment, and keeping area neat and orderly. Performs various manual techniques, patient positioning, transferring and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.  Demonstrates skill in use of modalities, exercise equipment and other devices that are available in area worked per department orientation checklist.  Demonstrates knowledge of indications and contraindications of modalities and exercise.  Promotes patient safety by participating in safety initiatives as requested and appropriately follows all safety and infection control measures pertaining to the general working environment.Participates in performance improvement activities designed to identify and resolve problems affecting patient care outcomes and to improve quality of care.Manages assigned caseload, informing site leadership of coverage needs and ability to cover; assists with coverage, based on department needs and regional needsPursues professional growth through participation in continuing education courses, department in-services, and reading professional literature.  Orients new staff to clinical and department policies as requested. Participates in the evaluation process of co-workers by providing verbal or written feedback as requested. May supervise physical therapy assistants following all applicable state and local compliance requirements.  Includes delegating patients to assistive personnel while providing direction, recommendations regarding treatment and ongoing supervision while maintaining responsibility for patient plan of care and goals.  May supervise physical therapy extenders (rehab aides/techs) in administering treatments to patients and will teach them appropriate techniques to perform with specific patients.  May supervise physical therapy students after completing one year of clinical experience.Minimum Job RequirementsEducationDoctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation. Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state professional standards. Certification / Registration / LicensePhysical Therapy License in the State of Illinois or State of Wisconsin, must be licensed in the State upon which you work. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (obtained within 90 days unless department leader has determined is not required) by American Heart Association (AHA)Work Experience No experience requiredKnowledge / Skills / Abilities Intermediate computer skillsExcellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skillsDemonstrated organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skillsSuccessfully completes all competency assessments/requirements pertaining to provision of patient care and consistent with site standardsTeam members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.  Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.Physical Requirements and Working ConditionsMust be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workdayMust be able to:lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.lift up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead.lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distanceMust be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person presentPosition requires repetitive use of hands:Simple grasping - 5-15 lbs. - 20% of the workday.Pushing/pulling - up to 75-100 lbs. - 10% of the dayFine manipulation of hands during massage and joint mobilizationMust have functional use of senses to allow for effective communicationExposed to electrical and chemical hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, must have ability to wear protective clothing as neededPosition may require travel; therefore, may be exposed to road and weather hazardsOperates all equipment necessary to perform the jobPreferred Job RequirementsEducationCertification / Registration / LicenseExperienceKnowledge / Skills / AbilitiesDISCLAIMERAll responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position.  Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.</li></ul>

Advocate Sherman Hospital Elgin IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R117791. Posted job title: Physical Therapist (Pt) Acute Care

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