Registered Nurse, Pulmonology - Full-Time, Days
About The Position
UChicago Medicine Medical Group is seeking a Registered Nurse to work with the Pulmonology team at its Tinley Park clinic. This is a 100% onsite position for someone based in the greater Chicagoland area. The community-based physician practice provides specialty and primary care for patients of all ages. The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care, including patient assessment, treatment, care planning, and evaluation of medical care in accordance with established standards, protocols, and practices. The nurse assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care and serves as a primary liaison among patients, staff, and physicians.
Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license in the state of Illinois.
- At least one year of professional nursing experience.
- Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing.
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
- Prior clinic experience.
Responsibilities
- Obtain patient consent for care and ensure patient confidentiality.
- Obtain and document health history, chief complaint, vital signs, and health risk factors; assess disease conditions.
- Provide patient care according to practice guidelines, standards of care, and applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
- Carry out prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administer prescribed medications, and monitor and document treatment progress and patient response.
- Delegate duties as permitted under the Nurse Practice Act.
- Refer to or consult with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent or resolve problems and concerns.
- Educate patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
- Document patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms, automated systems, and documentation practices.
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
- Track quality assurance data and monitor acute and chronic care management.
- Maintain and review patient records, charts, and other pertinent information.
- Post test and examination results.
- Respond to or refer incoming patient treatment-related phone calls.
- Perform other assigned duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
