Registered Nurse (RN) GI/Endoscopy Lab

Advocate Health

3d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) works in the Gastrointestinal Services department at Advocate Christ Medical Center, providing nursing care in the GI/Endoscopy Lab. The position is full time, 40 hours per week, and is configured by merging two 0.5 FTE positions into one 1.0 FTE role. The schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts Monday through Saturday, with rotation to every third Saturday. Late recovery and on-call responsibilities are in addition to the FTE. The RN uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate patient care, involving patients and families throughout the care continuum. The RN monitors patient conditions, adapts care plans, coordinates resources, and collaborates with the care team to support outcomes. The role also includes safe medication and treatment administration as applicable, accurate and timely EHR documentation, appropriate delegation, and the ability to float within the designated service area as needed. Care must be appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs. The RN contributes to unit councils, professional governance, quality initiatives, evidence-based practice, and a culture of safety. The role requires effective communication, collaboration, ethical decision-making, ongoing professional development, and compliance with the ANA Code of Ethics and applicable nursing standards. The work involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting. The RN must be able to lift and support 35 pounds, push or pull with 30 pounds of force, and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person. Duties may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective equipment must be used as needed. Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, at least 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; 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, with 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 comply with protective-equipment requirements when exposed to workplace hazards.
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(s) are located and comply with the applicable 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 through 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.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, following departmental policies and procedures.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Use protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.