CLINICAL NURSE I - SAME DAY SURGERY

Cook County•Chicago, IL

8d•$37 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse I is a professional care provider who is responsible and accountable for coordinating and providing safe, effective individualized nursing care for patients and supportive care to significant others. Nursing care involves application of the nursing process and utilizing technical skills for patient care delivery. These activities require nursing judgment based on application of scientific principles of nursing, problem solving and teach/learning.

Requirements

Must be licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained)
Three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care or hospital setting
One (1) year of nursing experience in Critical Care or Same Day Surgery in an acute care hospital, level 1 trauma hospital or teaching hospital
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within six months of hire date (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained)
Pediatric Advanced Life Supports (PALS) certification must be obtained within six months of hire date (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained)

Nice To Haves

Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) from a college or university
Certification in clinical area of specialty
Two (2) years of full-time work experience in Critical Care or Same Day Surgery Nursing
Knowledge of emergency decontamination procedures.
Knowledge of emergency procedures (e.g., fire/evacuation internal/external disaster plans).
Knowledge of medicals and IV fluids and correct admission based on patient age and clinical condition
Demonstrate competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment
Demonstrate working knowledge of the current requirements of accrediting and regulatory agencies
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills necessary to a variety of people from different socio-economic backgrounds
Strong emergency response skills
Strong customer service and empathy skills
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills
Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precision
Ability to perform a pre-procedure assessment on all patients and reassessment during and post procedure
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to resolve complex patient/administration problems and research issues
Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team
Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction)
Ability to tolerate exposure to unpleasant noise, odor and temperature
Ability to walk extensively, lift moderately heavy objects, and climb stairs
Ability to consistently push, pull, twist, turn, bend, kneel, stoop, lift and reach above shoulder and stand for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to make appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situation
Ability to work and communicate effectively with a variety of individuals
Ability to perform and/or direct cardiopulmonary resuscitation activities

Responsibilities

Identifies, plans, and cares for the total needs of patients taking into consideration the age specific needs of patient in assigned area of responsibility
Makes appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis of emergency situation
Works and communicates effectively with a variety of individuals
Provides general direction, guidance, and coordination of patient care given by other levels of nursing staff
Applies knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures
Operates equipment correctly and safely necessary for providing patient care in assigned clinical area
Performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation activities
Applies principles of infection control and safety
Evaluates patients presenting complaint at triage
Performs admission assessment on assigned patients upon arrival to the department
Obtains assessment information from patients/significant others as appropriate
Collects assessment data as a basis for formulating nursing diagnosis and provide appropriate age specific care relative to the following factors, biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care capabilities, safety, infection control, learning needs, ability to manage continuing care needs after discharge, perform peripheral IV cannulation aseptically, and administer medications safely and carefully, specifically cardiac medications
Performs ongoing and scheduled reassessments according to Divisional/department standards
Performs transfer assessments on assigned patient when transferred in or out of the department
Establishes nursing diagnosis, problems, desired outcomes, and interventions based assessed needs
Collaborates with patient, significant other, and other healthcare team members in planning care during hospitalization and for discharge
Develops nursing plan of care that is consistent with the therapies of other disciplines, based on patient care and nursing practice standards, considers the culture and spiritual values, and considers patient age specific needs relative to these factors, biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care capabilities, safety, infection control, learning needs, and discharge planning needs
Communicates with patient and significant others the nursing plan of care
Performs interventions in a competent, skillful and safe manner
Prioritizes interventions according to patient needs
Applies principles of growth and development across life span in providing care appropriate to patient's age specific needs in adult and geriatric
Provides education to patients and significant other based on assessed learning needs. Provides appropriate Perioperative Teaching and Postoperative discharge instructions
Performs the technical aspects of care according to established practice standards (procedures, treatments, IV/Blood administration, medical administration)
Demonstrates competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment
Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other lifesaving interventions
Demonstrates competence in applying the principles of standard precaution, isolation and asepsis
Evaluates patient's responses to interventions
Modifies and implements interventions as appropriate
Re-evaluates patient's response
Records accurately, concisely, and legibly in paper form or electronic, the following information: assessment/reassessments, plan of care, interventions, and patient's responses.
Signs documentation with legible signature and classification in paper form and electronic with correct computer sign in
Performs charge nurse/team leader responsibilities competently when assigned· Plans and coordinates patient care activities
Identifies problems and recommends solutions
Delegates nursing tasks based on the needs of the patient and competence of staff
Establishes priorities based on the changing patient care needs
Demonstrates effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients and families.
Demonstrates knowledge of hospital wide services and departments and make appropriate referrals as indicates
Demonstrates ability to communicate accurately, clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
Demonstrates caring and respectful attitude in verbal and nonverbal communications
Communicates pertinent information to patient, physician, nurses and other healthcare team members as appropriate
Utilizes the chain of command appropriately to address issues of concern
Maintains confidentiality in patient related information
Provides privacy for patient/family
Treats patient/family with respect and courtesy
Takes appropriate actions to address ethical concerns
Performs as resource nurse/buddy assigned
Assists new hires with information or directions whenever requested and offers assistances as needed
Conducts CPR drills, fire drills and patient centered conferences or other unit educational activities as requested or assigned
Maintains certification as required in special areas of practice
Renews professional license in a timely manner
Attends safely, infection control in-services and maintains Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification annually
Demonstrates punctuality
Maintains good attendance record
Adheres to dress code
Demonstrates professional behavior