Registered Nurse Clinic

Advocate Health

1d•$36 - $53

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Clinic provides nursing care in the Summit Urology department. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, involving patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, collaborates with the care team, and supports safe, evidence-based practices and quality improvement. The role may include administering medications, treatments, and therapies; maintaining accurate electronic health record documentation; and delegating appropriate work to other nursing and support staff. The nurse may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities in the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs and provided in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The clinic is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; specific hours are to be determined. This is a full-time position listed at 30 hours per week. The pay range is $35.50–$53.25. Advocate Health describes its Total Rewards offerings as including paid time off, health and welfare benefits, retirement offerings, career development programs, and other benefits, with eligibility potentially dependent on FTE or employment status.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
Licensed nurses providing telehealth, telenursing, or virtual services must be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client is located and are responsible for complying with applicable state laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation.
May float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients, applying knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and following departmental policies and procedures.