Registered Nurse-Cardio Vascular Thoracic Unit 0.9 FTE 7pm

American Addiction Centers

86d • $37 - $56

About The Position

The position is for a Registered Nurse in the Critical Care department at Advocate Christ Medical Center, specifically in the CVICU. The role involves using the nursing process to assess patient needs, plan and implement individualized interventions, and evaluate the effectiveness of care plans. The nurse will work collaboratively with patients and their families, anticipate changes in patient conditions, and coordinate care with other healthcare team members. The position requires a commitment to patient safety, ethical decision-making, and participation in quality improvement initiatives. The nurse will also be responsible for ongoing evaluation of patient outcomes and will engage in professional development activities.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing.
• Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to provide holistic patient care.
• Proficient computer skills and use of electronic medical records.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to assess patient needs and implement individualized interventions.
• Involves patients and families in planning and implementing care.
• Anticipates and recognizes significant changes in patient conditions.
• Provides ongoing assessment and takes appropriate actions when changes occur.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to coordinate patient-centered care.
• Implements strategies to reduce patient risk and increase safety.
• Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and individualizes the approach.
• Coordinates discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approach.
• Applies evidence-based practice in patient care.
• Incorporates nursing and regulatory standards into practice.
• Evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes and takes action as needed.
• Supports shared governance activities to improve processes and outcomes.
• Demonstrates effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Assumes a leadership role in the care team and delegates appropriately.
• Promotes a culture of safety and reports patient safety events.
• Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives.
• Engages in professional development and completes required competencies.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees