Registered Nurse BSN-Pain Management Clinic Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Lake Forest, IL

10d • $35 - $55 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week Registered Nurse position in the hospital outpatient Pain Management clinic at Lake Forest Hospital. The schedule consists of ten-hour day shifts from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Fridays off. The Registered Nurse BSN embodies the attributes of the Relationship Based Care model and performs the core functions of professional nursing practice. Under department leadership, the nurse reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values, adheres to the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and organizational ethics and compliance requirements, and follows applicable policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards. Experience in pre/post care, sterile procedures, and/or surgical services is preferred.

The nurse provides comprehensive, evidence-based care; coordinates care with patients, families, and other health care professionals; supports patient education and culturally responsive care; promotes a safe healing environment; collaborates with colleagues and supports shared leadership; uses clinical technology and resources appropriately; and maintains professional nursing practice. The position requires a BSN, an active Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license, and American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR certification. An ADN is acceptable with a commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of the first day of employment in a clinical nurse role.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with others.
• Strong analytic abilities.
• An Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is acceptable with a commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of the first day of employment in a clinical nurse role.

Nice To Haves

• National certification in the area of specialty.
• Experience in pre/post care, sterile procedures, and/or surgical services.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document comprehensive assessments of assigned patients, identify and prioritize needs and nursing diagnoses, and communicate changes in patient condition promptly.
• Develop, document, evaluate, and modify measurable patient goals and plans of care using assessment data and appropriate nursing diagnoses.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and health care team members in planning care; assess discharge needs and make referrals, including to palliative care when appropriate.
• Complete discharge instructions and medication reconciliation, and provide patients and families with information about the patient portal and other relevant resources.
• Assess patient and family learning needs, readiness, and learning level; document education; use teach-back for medication side effects and new medication education; and use Krames materials and Culture Vision resources as appropriate.
• Treat patients, families, and staff with respect and dignity; support spiritual and cultural needs, value the contributions of significant others, adhere to ethical standards, and request an ethics consult when appropriate.
• Implement nursing interventions consistent with the plan of care and current evidence; use reliable evidence resources; and participate in clinical ladder projects or process improvement.
• Administer medications safely using bar coding; protect patient health, safety, and rights; provide complete and timely bedside handoffs; round hourly with patient care technicians; and participate in unit huddles and safety and quality initiatives.
• Support clinical practice excellence focused on preventing pressure ulcers, falls, CAUTI, and central line infections as appropriate to the practice area; contribute to unit and organizational quality metrics.
• Oversee and direct patient care or support technicians while retaining accountability for assigned patients; lead and direct others effectively and address conflict appropriately.
• When assigned, demonstrate charge nurse or preceptor proficiency and coordinate care for the unit; take the clinical lead when a patient's condition changes and confer with the primary care physician about treatment or transfer needs.
• Serve as a resource and role model for new staff, students, and other personnel; assist with precepting, orientation, and mentoring; and participate in peer evaluation and clinical case review.
• Work collaboratively with hospital services, identify barriers to effective clinical practice, and communicate them to nursing leadership and the practice operations council.
• Ensure an appropriate level-of-care order is documented for admissions, follow supply charging practices, participate in value-based initiatives, and support efforts to decrease overtime utilization.
• Complete electronic and paper documentation; use Alaris pump guardrails, physiologic monitoring, and the bed management system; identify potential new technologies; and participate in requested medical-record optimization activities.
• Attend professional development offerings, obtain certification in the nursing specialty of practice, maintain professional competencies and required learning and dress standards, participate in professional organizations, and take assigned lunch breaks.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, and 401(k) matching.
• A range of benefits intended to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time