IN HOUSE REGISTRY NURSE - CERMAK

Cook County•Chicago, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The In-House Registry Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients/detainees of various ages using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. The nurse interacts effectively with patients/detainees, correctional officers, peers, department heads, physicians, and the multidisciplinary health team; maintains professional nursing standards; and uses critical thinking and problem-solving to support positive patient outcomes. The nurse practices within the scope of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act. The role includes directing, supervising, and coordinating ambulatory and infirmary personnel, including LPNs and other nursing support staff. The nurse contributes suggestions for improving patient care, clinical management, interdepartmental relationships, and patient health education, and demonstrates leadership in quality improvement and fiscal accountability. The position is located at Cermak Health Services in Chicago, in Patient Care Services - Bootcamp, with a listed shift of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and part-time status. The pay rate is $60.139 per hour. This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the National Nurses Organizing Committee. Cook County will consider internal eligible applicants before external applicants and is assembling a list of qualified candidates to consider if the position is not filled internally.

Requirements

Current license as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois.
Current CPR card; proof must be provided at the time of interview.
At least one year of nursing experience.
Knowledge of infection control, safety, fire prevention, disaster procedures, and other mandatory programs.
Knowledge of medical-surgical standards of care, skin and wound care, hypertension and medication side effects, diabetes care, fluids and electrolytes, routine laboratory tests, and ambulatory care standards.
Knowledge of nursing management for oncology, respiratory conditions including TB and asthma, renal patients, head trauma and neurological disturbances, musculoskeletal challenges, and restorative care.
Physical assessment skills and competency in intravenous therapy, venous access, blood drawing, point-of-care testing, and basic EKG interpretation.
Ability to insert and manage nasogastric tubes and address digestive disturbances; recognize and intervene in hypo- and hyperglycemia.
Ability to provide direct patient care; collect and observe data to support assessment and nursing diagnosis; develop care plans; and document care in writing.
Ability to participate in team conferences, in-service presentations, staff meetings, patient care conferences, and additional patient-care or management training.
Ability to maintain medical supply and equipment inventory and prepare requisitions; assist with clinic records and logs; and assist providers with medical tasks and emergencies.
Must meet all required qualifications at the time of application filing.
Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory professional and employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure and certifications, and successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Active ACLS certification.
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.

Responsibilities

Apply and document all elements of the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for patients of all ages.
Use a multidisciplinary approach, critical thinking, and clinical judgment to support high-quality patient care and positive outcomes.
Delegate tasks to LPNs and other caregivers while retaining responsibility for patient care; supervise and support nursing and support staff.
Work with patients, families, and healthcare workers to help patients attain their achievable level of wellness.
Promote illness prevention through assessment of detainee Health Request Forms, triage, and patient education.
Participate in unit and divisional meetings, decision-making, cost-containment activities, quality improvement, and committees as requested.
Follow Patient Care Services policies, procedures, standards, unit practices, and institutional policies.
Maintain accountability, attendance, punctuality, and current knowledge of correctional standards; complete at least 12 hours of in-service education annually and attend required training.
Maintain current professional licensure, CPR, and other professional certifications; contribute to orientation of new personnel.
Administer medications according to policies and standards, apply pharmacological and dosage knowledge, and ensure medication passage while reporting and documenting refusals or omissions.
Conduct patient rounds on units and tiers; assess healthcare needs and emergency-care needs, take appropriate action, and facilitate transport to the emergency room when appropriate.
Use emergency equipment appropriately and collaborate with physicians, EMTs, paramedics, healthcare team members, and correctional staff.
Promote positive customer relations, professional conduct, confidentiality, ethical practice, and safety in the correctional environment.
Maintain documentation in accordance with established policies and participate in processes that meet regulatory standards, including NCCHC, Joint Commission, OSHA, HIPAA, and Corporate Compliance requirements.
Serve as a resource for unit personnel; communicate unit problems and activities to the House Nursing Supervisor when the manager is off duty and communicate unit activities to the Nurse Manager.
Manage assignments, inform personnel of changes, assist with prioritization and delegation, and arrange staffing for the oncoming shift.
Coordinate supplies and equipment with support systems to maintain continuity of care across shifts; maintain patient census and evaluate patient needs and completed care through rounds.
Implement physician orders and nursing directives, and provide adequate reports to the charge nurse or manager.
Foster professional growth through annual goal setting and monitoring achievement.
Perform other duties as assigned.