Staff Nurse I- Pediatrics ICU (Full-Time, Evenings)

Hiring Department: Staff Nurse I- Pediatrics ICU (Full-Time, Evenings)

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1029076

FTE: 1.0 (40 hours per week)

Shift/Work Schedule: Evenings: 5-8hr shifts per week (3p-1130p with rotating weekends).

# of Positions: 1

Posting Open Date: 01/30/2025

Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $34.36/hr to $76.13/hr*. Final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.

This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health

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Position Summary

Staff Nurse I is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework. The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Staff Nurse I functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform RN duties.
• Adheres to UI Health Code of Conduct.
• Adheres to Nursing's time, overtime, and standards of performance.
• Complies with University Health Services TB, flu compliance, and fit testing requirements.
• Completes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies.
• Develops, implements, and updates the patient’s plan of care based on on-going assessment of the patient and input from the patient’s family.
• Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care.
• Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant, and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan.
• Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient’s changing needs.
• Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback.
• Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
• Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide “quality” patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies.
• Participates in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior.
• Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.
• Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing staff and students.
• Accesses UI Health intranet/Outlook for relevant communication and to review and interpret changes in policy, procedure, and other information pertinent to practice.
• Supports nursing and multidisciplinary research efforts conducted on the unit and UI Health.
• Complete 16 hrs of pediatric emergency/critical care specific CEs required every 2 years.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
• Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications
• Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers
• Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training
• Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.
• BSN or MSN or DNP Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
• New grads who have completed/passed NCLEX exam are also encouraged to apply.
• Must obtain PALS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Must complete 16 hrs of pediatric emergency/critical care specific CEs every 2 years.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) to two (2) years of recent PICU, NICU, ICU, or ED experience preferred.
• Nationally certified through ANCC approved certifier.
• Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, families, and health care providers
  
  

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. Include your Nursing program completion in the education section; also include your RN license information and BLS in the licensure and certifications section. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

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