Ambulatory RN 2 - Radiation Oncology - Oak Park Location - Part-Time

Rush University Medical Center•Oak Park, IL

71d•$40 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

The RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN 2 continues to consult with other members of the heal care team when the need for assistance is identified. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Requirements

Minimum of 9 months of experience in nursing
Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate's degree in nursing (ADN) .
Within 1 year from the date of hire, employee must be enrolled in a BSN program.
RNs hired prior to 10/22/2020 are grandfathered in with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or diploma in nursing, with no further need to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BAN or BSN).
Chief Nursing Officer must provide approval for any RNs with ADN degree hired after 10/22/2020, based upon unit need. ADN RNs hired after 10/22/2020 must show continued enrolment towards a BSN degree with a signature of contract stipulating a BSN degree must be completed within 3 years of hire. ADN RNS are not eligible for leveling to RN3.
Prior to leveling to RN2, RN must show consistent proficient performance at RN1 position or equivalent experience.
Current state of Illinois Registered Nursing License
CPR
ACLS for ICU, Telemetry, Med/Surg (6west), Endoscopy, PACU, IR, and ED required within 3 months of hire
PALS PACU and ED required within 3 months of hire
Proficiency in charge and preceptor roles.

Responsibilities

Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to address.
Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients and families.
Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patient/families.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.