What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF NURSE (RN), GENERAL MEDICINE - PART-TIME, DAYS position at The University of Chicago Medicine?
Job Description :
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine , as a Staff Nurse in the 4SE General Medicine department. At UChicago Medicine, we bring the worlds most innovative approaches to patients with all conditions, from common to complex. This department is an 18-bed, fully telemetry capable unit that is functional 24 hours a day, seven days per week. This department treats a wide variety of Adult inpatient populations (at or above 18 years of age) with various types medical conditions alongside of a multidisciplinary team. You will have the ability to work with physicians that are constantly pushing the bounds of possibility forward, conducting groundbreaking research and providing lifesaving, personalized patient care. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity . You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
A staff nurse is a registered professional nurse (RN) who manages patient centered care that is outcome directed. Patient centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards provide the foundation for the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care provided. T he staff nurse assumes the primary responsibility and accountability for all patient care personally provided and that provided by those directly under her / his supervision.
Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $3000!
Essential Job Functions
- Utilizes appropriate assessment skills to determine patient needs.
- Develops a plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients.
- Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients.
- Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned by Care Center Director or Patient Care Manager.
- Provides support to peers by assisting as needed, being a resource person and working as a team member.
- Assists Care Center in development / attainment of goals and objectives.
- Uses clinical pathways and / or plans of care incorporating standards of practice.
- Assesses own need for professional growth and development and seeks appropriate resources to meeting needs.
- Attends continuing education programs and participates in program evaluation.
Required Qualifications
Position Details
Why Join Us :
Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together : working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at : UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities .
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
