Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiology
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Chicago, IL
Nights

Registered Nurse Cardiac Pulmonary Critical Decision Unit

Hours: 7P-7A

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.

Unit Summary: 

CPCDU is a 16-bed observation unit specifically focusing on telemetry with a goal of discharging within 24-72 hours. Our typical patient population includes but not limited to acute care of cardiac and pulmonary diagnoses including post cardiac care procedure patients. We pride ourselves on a collaborative atmosphere for our fast-paced unit that allows you to manage a diverse patient population while utilizing your critical thinking skills. We work closely with a multi-disciplinary team as we are a teaching hospital and encouraging teammate growth and opportunities is something we strongly value. We are proud to be a 4-time Magnet designated institution focusing on nursing excellence! We are part of a large healthcare system in the heart of the Lakeview community with vast history that only continues to grow. 

Position Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with Current IL RN license

• BSN required

• Experienced RN: Minimum of 1 year current nursing experience on a med/surg and/or telemetry unit

• New Graduate RN: Must have Illinois nursing license verifiable through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR.com) or have your “official pass letter” indicating you may practice under supervision for a period of 3 months from your pass date by start date.

• Current AHA CPR.

• Ability to work weekends and holidays

• Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick

• Ability to assist in evacuation of patients in the event of a fire or other disaster

• Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients

• Ability to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unit

• 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 team member, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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.