NICU)- 1.0FTE Flex Nights

University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care in the Peds/PICU/NICU Float Team and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care, and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. The nurse applies the professional practice model, current standards of practice, and clinical experience to provide quality care measured against established nursing quality standards and the requirements of governing and accrediting health care bodies. The nurse gathers information from patients and families to advocate for patients and develop appropriate education plans, responds to changing patient needs, and collaborates with the health care team to promote effective care. The position participates in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities and supports unit and department goals. This is a 1.0 FTE flex-nights position in Chicago, Illinois, with a 7 p.m./11 p.m.–7:30 a.m. schedule and rotating weekends. Illinois residency is required within 180 days of the hire date. The previously determined pay range is $37.52–$84.22; pay is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The position is intended to be benefits-eligible, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Requirements

Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
Current BLS/CPR and any other required unit-specific certifications.
Current pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification, neonatal resuscitation program (NRP) certification, or completion of the required certification within 6 months of hire for the main hospital.
At least 2 years of PEDS, PICU, and NICU experience.
Experience working on a float team.
Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills, and work history.
Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and update patient care plans based on ongoing assessment and input from the patient’s family.
Share information and collaborate with health care team members to promote effective patient care.
Verify and implement orders from physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice nurses by performing prescribed interventions and accurately documenting in the electronic medical record.
Engage patients and families to gather information and develop appropriate patient education plans.
Recognize symptoms, establish priorities, and respond to changing patient needs.
Delegate appropriate tasks to support personnel in accordance with the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act, and provide support and feedback.
Advocate for patients, families, significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
Apply theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current practice standards, and clinical experience to provide quality patient care.
Assume the Charge Nurse role when assigned, using appropriate resources and tools.
Collaborate with nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
Serve as a preceptor and/or resource for nursing staff, support staff, and students.
Take responsibility for continued professional growth by identifying learning needs and initiating strategies to address them.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.