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Operations Coordinator Nurse-Infusion Full Time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onGlenview, IL

Description **This is a Full Time, salaried position at 40 hours per week located at the Glenview Outpatient Center. Schedule is Monday through Friday, approximately 8a-5p.** The Operations Coordinator Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Under the clinical direction of the Medical Director and the administrative direction of the Practice Manager, the Operations Coordinator, Nurse participates in the planning, leading, and organizing of activities relating to quality patient care in the practice. S/he supervises and personally provides nursing care in the practice. The Operations Coordinator Nurse will be responsible for supervising the daily operations of practice site(s), supervising clinical and administrative support personnel, coordinating provider schedules, manage practice collections, ensure service excellence and perform service recovery as necessary. Position manages workload distribution and prioritization of tasks. Responsible for front-line communication with staff to receive and provide feedback regarding quality and productivity. Position may perform staff work in assigned areas of responsibility when not conducting coordinator function. Responsibilities: Supervise and direct the office’s front-line clinical and clerical staff. Participate in interviewing, hiring, training, progressive discipline, dismissals, and performance appraisals. Oversee and direct day to day office operations within budget guidelines. Assist with managing providers’ schedules with templates and optimize patient care hours to enhance productivity. Schedule staff and allocate resources across hours of operation to maximize patient access and satisfaction, provider productivity and efficiency, and staff productivity. Conduct timely and accurate cash management duties, including overseeing the collection of co-pays and patient balances, in-house cash balances, and bank deposits. Ensure that service excellence is delivered and perform service recovery whenever necessary. Manage office and medical surgical supplies within budget Ensure accuracy of all data collection and data entry by site staff through training and compliance monitoring and facilitate and oversee flow of information to and from central administrative offices. Conduct office staff meetings on a regular basis. Attend and actively participate in manager/supervisor meetings. Ensure that patient dignity and confidentiality are maintained at all times. Additional Functions Review and approve automated time reports for accuracy. Develop tools to support staff and enhance efficiency. Provide input into staff performance reviews. May participate with manager in conducting staff performance reviews. Provide one to one coaching and mentoring. Plan, execute and resolve all routine technical needs of the practice (phone, copiers, fax machines, PCs, etc) Monitor daily transaction activity to ensure compliance with procedures. Resolve complex or critical situations involving patients, staff and customers: consults with manager for guidance as needed (e.g., complaints, discipline, etc.). Schedule staff and allocate resources across hours of operation to maximize patient access and satisfaction, provider productivity and efficiency, staff productivity, cost-savings, and operational efficiencies. Develop and implement policies and procedures as needed to support the practice. Complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required: Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience. Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse License. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification. Minimum of three years work experience in a medical or related business. Comprehension of insurance plans including HMO,PPO, POS, commercial, Medicare, Medicaid. Solid understanding of patient flow in a medical office. Leadership experience. Working knowledge of medical software, Word and Excel. Experience managing daily cash activity and reconciling income reports with daily payments. Preferred: Bachelors degree Knowledge of coding Supervisory experience Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

Oncology Nurse Clinician-Infusion Full Time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onOrland Park, IL

Description The Oncology Nurse Clinician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. This position works in a multidisciplinary environment which will require exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, physicians, clinical and administrative units. The Oncology Nurse Clinician coordinates multidisciplinary care using the nursing process. Responsibilities: Assesses and reassesses the patient and family for on-going care needs with knowledge of high-risk criteria and initiates referrals to the appropriate resources in a timely manner. For all new patients collects and analyzes data, identifies and coordinates appropriate multidisciplinary care and appointments. Triages this information and schedules patients appropriately. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff and coordinates new patients for the multidisciplinary clinics. Assists in creating a plan of care that indicates this collaboration and communication. Serves as a resource to non-clinical staff regarding prospective patients calling the program for information. Is able to state rationale for clinical decisions based on critical thinking. Performs all aspects of patient care in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Identifies learning needs, abilities, preferences and readiness; assesses support systems, coping mechanisms and barriers to learning, making referrals as appropriate. Educates patient, family and caregivers regarding diagnosis, process, therapies, and testing. Assists with transitions of care and providers. Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with other team members. Has respect for and an understanding of other clinical disciplines. Delegates appropriately to other care providers to facilitate meeting patient needs in a timely manner. Promotes a positive work environment. Demonstrates an interest in personal development and growth beyond routine expected educational sessions. Embraces new employees and care team members, contributing to their growth and learning. Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice through participation in ongoing educational activities. Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge. Engages in a formal process seeking feedback regarding one's own practice from peers and professional colleagues. Exhibits creativity and flexibility through the dynamics of change. Qualifications Required : Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse program with an RN License in the state of Illinois. Current nursing experience within the past 5 years. BLS Certification. Preferred : Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Oncology Certified Nurse. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

Registered Nurse-ICU/MedSurg Tele Float Pool Part Time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onHoliday Hills, IL

Description Float Pool ICU/Stepdown/Tele/Med-Surg Scheduling: 24 hours a week, 12-hour shifts, 7am-730pm, every other weekend commitment and rotational holiday commitment. The Staff Nurse Inpatient reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creates a documented plan, focused on outcomes and decisions related to the care and delivery of services that indicates communications with patients, families, and others. Participates in shared governance, committee work, and unit projects. Evaluates and documents the patient’s responses to nursing interventions in the health record and properly individualizes the plan of care based on the evaluation of findings. Utilizes the best available evidence, including research findings to guide practice decisions. Qualifications Required : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or associate degree Nursing (ADN) with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role. Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse Basic Life Support 2 years ICU experience Strong interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate with others. Strong analytic abilities Additional requirements for the Emergency Room: ACLS PALS/ENPC & TNCC within one year of hire Additional requirements for the Pediatric Emergency Room: Pediatric Advanced Life Support TNCC within one year of hire Preferred: Experience in specific clinical area. Additional preferences for the Emergency Room and the Pediatric Emergency Room: Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS) Emergency Communications Registered Nurse Certified Pediatric Nurse Certified Emergency Nurse Addendum #1- Prepost PACU Department PALS ACLS Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

RN

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onHoliday Hills, IL

Description Float Pool ICU/Stepdown/Tele/Med-Surg Scheduling: 24 hours a week, 12-hour shifts, 7pm-730am,every other weekend commitment and rotational holiday commitment. The Staff Nurse Inpatient reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities:$ A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creates a documented plan, focused on outcomes and decisions related to the care and delivery of services that indicates communications with patients, families, and others. Participates in shared governance, committee work, and unit projects. Evaluates and documents the patient’s responses to nursing interventions in the health record and properly individualizes the plan of care based on the evaluation of findings. Utilizes the best available evidence, including research findings to guide practice decisions. Qualifications Required : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or associate degree Nursing (ADN) with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role. Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse Basic Life Support 2 years of ICU experience Strong interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate with others. Strong analytic abilities Additional requirements for the Emergency Room: ACLS PALS/ENPC & TNCC within one year of hire Additional requirements for the Pediatric Emergency Room: Pediatric Advanced Life Support TNCC within one year of hire Preferred: Experience in specific clinical area. Additional preferences for the Emergency Room and the Pediatric Emergency Room: Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS) Emergency Communications Registered Nurse Certified Pediatric Nurse Certified Emergency Nurse Addendum #1- Prepost PACU Department PALS ACLS Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

RN

Full-time

Registered Nurse - Cardiology Full-time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onDeKalb, IL

Description The Registered Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. This role is a registered professional nurse who is accountable for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation for the care of assigned patients. As a member of the clinical and work unit team, the Registered Nurse participates in decision making and quality improvement activities which improve patient care outcomes. Responsibilities: Directs patient care provided by support personnel for a specific shift. Identifies changes in patient's physiological condition. Communicates patient status to multidisciplinary team members. Communicates directly with patient and family about nursing care. Provides clinical interventions to meet patient needs. Documents the nursing process. Assimilates information from multiple sources and implements appropriate action plan to provide safe, quality care. Assures safety and security of patients, significant others and staff. Clinical: Demonstrates clinical competence Provides direct patient care Directs patient care provided by support personnel for a special shift Performs ongoing assessment of assigned patients and their significant others biopsychosocial and learning needs Contributes to plan of care in coordination with patient care coordinator as appropriate Implements appropriate actions to respond to needs of patients and patients significant others Monitors and documents the patient's response to therapeutic interventions and progress toward outcomes Demonstrates cost effective approach to patient care in terms of equipment, supplies and all other resources In all areas of practice follows established policies, procedures and standards of care Participates in quality improvement activities. Professional: Demonstrates the following professional attributes Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation Is an advocate for patients and their significant key others, co-workers, the community and the nursing profession Consistently demonstrates accountability Champions collaborative practice with co-workers and other disciplines and departments Consistently demonstrates compassion to internal and external customers Dynamic representative of the nursing profession in internal and external forums Integrates theoretical knowledge base and clinical expertise in decision making Assumes responsibility for meeting mandatory requirements Assumes responsibility for personal development plan and education related to clinical specialty area. Research: Follows research protocols for assigned patients. AA/EOE. Qualifications Required: Current license as a Registered Professional Nurse or eligible in the State of Illinois Graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Certification of BLS CPR. Preferred: One year of experience. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

Staff Nurse-Wound Care Clinic McHenry Full-time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onHoliday Hills, IL

Description The Staff Nurse Inpatient reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. Responsibilities: Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creates a documented plan, focused on outcomes and decisions related to the care and delivery of services that indicates communications with patients, families, and others. Participates in shared governance, committee work, and unit projects. Evaluates and documents the patient’s responses to nursing interventions in the health record and properly individualizes the plan of care based on the evaluation of findings. Utilizes the best available evidence, including research findings to guide practice decisions. Qualifications Required : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Strong interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate with others Strong analytic abilities *Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role. Preferred: Experience in specific clinical area Additional Preferences for the Emergency Room and the Pediatric Emergency Room Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS) Emergency Communications Registered Nurse Certified Pediatric Nurse Certified Emergency Nurse Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

RN

Outpatient

Full-time

Registered Nurse Same Day Surgery Full Time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onHuntley, IL

Description The Staff Nurse Inpatient reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. Responsibilities: Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creates a documented plan, focused on outcomes and decisions related to the care and delivery of services that indicates communications with patients, families, and others. Participates in shared governance, committee work, and unit projects. Evaluates and documents the patient’s responses to nursing interventions in the health record and properly individualizes the plan of care based on the evaluation of findings. Utilizes the best available evidence, including research findings to guide practice decisions. Qualifications Required : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Strong interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate with others Strong analytic abilities *Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role. Preferred: Experience in specific clinical area Additional Preferences for the Emergency Room and the Pediatric Emergency Room Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS) Emergency Communications Registered Nurse Certified Pediatric Nurse Certified Emergency Nurse Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

RN

Pediatric

Full-time

Registered Nurse-Special Care Nursery Full Time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onMettawa, IL

Description The Registered Nurse BSN embodies the attributes of the Relationship Based Care model and performs to PPM core functions. Under the direction of the department leadership, consistently reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the State of Illinois Nurse Practice Act, the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: Relationship to Patient/Family and Community Care Coordination Performs a comprehensive assessment on all assigned patients as evidenced by completed documentation. Communicates changes in patient’s condition promptly. Utilizes appropriate nursing diagnosis and data from the assessment to derive realistic outcomes and documents them as measurable goals on the plan of care; modifies care plan, if indicated, in order to identify realistic patient goals. Identifies and prioritizes patient needs and/or nursing diagnosis for patients and documents. Collaborates with patient, family, and other members of the health care team when planning patient care and documents accordingly. Assesses patients with regard to discharge planning and makes the appropriate referrals as necessary. Evaluates and documents the patient response to nursing interventions and alters the plan of care as necessary. Assesses patients with regard to discharge planning and makes the appropriate referrals as necessary, including palliative care. Assures a completed discharge instructions, medication reconciliation and provide information to patient/family regarding the use of the patient portal and other pertinent resources. Patient Education/Ethic and Diversity Supports patient/family/spiritual/cultural needs when assessing the patient and family needs for teaching; identifies the patient's learning level and readiness, and documents education record. Utilizes the teach back methodology for advancing patient education about medication side effects and new medication education. Utilizes and distributes Krames for patient education /clinical condition. Utilizes culture vision as a resource in care planning and delivery. Treats patients, families and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity. Acknowledges and values the contributions of patient’s significant others as an integral part of the plan of care. Adheres to ethical standards of practice. Calls for an ethics consult when appropriate. EBP and Research Implements nursing interventions consistent with the established plan of care based on evidenced based care. Maintains and advances the professional image and science of nursing and the practice of professional nursing through use of best available evidence utilizing resources such as Ovid/Joanna Briggs, Up to Date, Culture Vision, and other reliable sources of evidence. Demonstrates active involvement in clinical LADDER project or process improvement at the unit/organization level. Healing Safe Environment Demonstrates safe medication administration through the use of bar coding Promotes and strives to protect the health, safety and rights of the patient Conveys complete, timely, and accurate information at bedside shift report/hand-off Rounds hourly in collaboration with patient care technician Protects patients by maintaining a safe environment of excellence Demonstrates innovation and participation in meeting unit based and organizational quality metrics on the exceptional care dashboard Ensures clinical practice excellence that focuses on preventing pressure ulcers, falls, CAUTI’s and central line infections (as appropriate to area of practice). Participates as a unit safety facilitator or as identified resource for quality initiatives as requested Participates in unit huddles Relationship to Colleagues Shared Leadership Oversees and directs the work of patient care or support techs; maintains overall accountability for the care of assigned patients. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in leading and directing others; deals with conflict directly and appropriately. Demonstrates proficiency in the charge nurse/preceptor role when assigned; assumes responsibility for coordinating patient care for the entire unit. Takes the clinical lead when patient’s condition changes and confers with the primary care physician about the appropriate treatment plan or the need to transfer to the appropriate level of care. Serves as a resource and role model for new staff, students, and other system personnel Assists with precepting, unit orientation, and mentoring as requested. Participates in the peer evaluation process by providing feedback to colleagues on a regular basis, and through participation in clinical case peer review. Works collaboratively with all hospital services to responsibly accomplish daily work and maintain an environment of excellence. Identifies barriers to effective clinical practice and communicates to nursing leadership and practice operations council. Resource Utilization Ensures an appropriate level of care order is documented in the EMR for all admissions. Understands and adheres to the charging of supplies. Participates in any value based unit/organizational initiative. Demonstrates a personal commitment to decreasing utilization overtime hours. Use of Technology Assures all electronic and paper documentation is complete. Utilizes the guardrails for the Alaris pump. Understands physiologic monitoring and the implications to drive changes to clinical management of the patient. Utilizes the bed management system Identifies new technologies for unit, hospital or system use. Participates in CEOC activities for the advancement and optimization of the medical record as requested. Relationship to Self Professional Practice Attends internal professional development offerings i.e. Schwartz Rounds, Nursing Grand Rounds. Obtains certification in the nursing specialty of practice. Demonstrates accountability for his/her professional practice-competencies, ELM learning, dress code adherence Participates in professional organization through membership, leadership, or committee work Takes assigned lunch breaks. Qualifications Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse Basic Life Support Preferred: National Certification in area of specialty Strong interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate with others Strong analytic abilities Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines. Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

NP

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onHoliday Hills, IL

Description Float Pool ICU/Stepdown/Tele/Med-Surg Scheduling: 24 hours a week, 12-hour shifts, 7am-730pm, every other weekend commitment and rotational holiday commitment. The Staff Nurse Inpatient reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creates a documented plan, focused on outcomes and decisions related to the care and delivery of services that indicates communications with patients, families, and others. Participates in shared governance, committee work, and unit projects. Evaluates and documents the patient’s responses to nursing interventions in the health record and properly individualizes the plan of care based on the evaluation of findings. Utilizes the best available evidence, including research findings to guide practice decisions. Qualifications Required : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or associate degree Nursing (ADN) with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role. Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse Basic Life Support 2 years ICU experience Strong interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate with others. Strong analytic abilities Additional requirements for the Emergency Room: ACLS PALS/ENPC & TNCC within one year of hire Additional requirements for the Pediatric Emergency Room: Pediatric Advanced Life Support TNCC within one year of hire Preferred: Experience in specific clinical area. Additional preferences for the Emergency Room and the Pediatric Emergency Room: Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS) Emergency Communications Registered Nurse Certified Pediatric Nurse Certified Emergency Nurse Addendum #1- Prepost PACU Department PALS ACLS Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

RN

Outpatient

Part-time

Registered Nurse-Primary Care Part-time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onSycamore, IL

Description The Staff Nurse Physician Group reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. Also responsible for phone triage, abnormal test result delivery and corresponding care instructions. Responsibilities: Performs all aspects of patient care by utilizing evidenced based practice in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Follows the six medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors, administering medications based on the age and clinical condition of the patient. States rationale for clinical decisions based on critical thinking. Assesses, analyzes, validates and integrates data to assess patients' physical psychosocial, rehab, safety, learning, spiritual, cultural, age-specific, special risk and self-care needs. Identifies patient care needs, problems and variances. Identifies patient care needs, problems and variances and incorporates into care plan. Identifies the patient's learning needs, abilities, preferences and readiness; also, identifies support systems, coping mechanisms and barriers to learning. Explains procedures, therapies and treatments to patient and family, evaluates and documents patient and family response to teaching. Uses appropriate resources to provide education. Involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Develops, implements and updates an individualized plan of care based on identified patient care needs. Includes nursing, teaching, continuum of care and discharge planning. Adequately assesses and reassesses pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Identifies and uses the results of quality improvement activities to initiate changes in nursing practice and in the healthcare delivery system. Participates in shared governance, committee work, and practice/department projects. Qualifications Required : Current experience (within past five years) or new nursing graduate (within past two years) State Licensed Registered Nurse for State of employment CPR – Basic Life Support Preferred: Bachelors of Science in Nursing One year experience in pertinent clinical specialty Proficiency in second language Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

RN

Pediatric

Full-time

Registered Nurse-Special Care Nursery Full Time nights Sign On Bonus Eligible

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onMettawa, IL

Description Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: internal employees who are new graduate RNs seeking their first nursing position are eligible The Registered Nurse BSN embodies the attributes of the Relationship Based Care model and performs to PPM core functions. Under the direction of the department leadership, consistently reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the State of Illinois Nurse Practice Act, the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: Relationship to Patient/Family and Community Care Coordination Performs a comprehensive assessment on all assigned patients as evidenced by completed documentation. Communicates changes in patient’s condition promptly. Utilizes appropriate nursing diagnosis and data from the assessment to derive realistic outcomes and documents them as measurable goals on the plan of care; modifies care plan, if indicated, in order to identify realistic patient goals. Identifies and prioritizes patient needs and/or nursing diagnosis for patients and documents. Collaborates with patient, family, and other members of the health care team when planning patient care and documents accordingly. Assesses patients with regard to discharge planning and makes the appropriate referrals as necessary. Evaluates and documents the patient response to nursing interventions and alters the plan of care as necessary. Assesses patients with regard to discharge planning and makes the appropriate referrals as necessary, including palliative care. Assures a completed discharge instructions, medication reconciliation and provide information to patient/family regarding the use of the patient portal and other pertinent resources. Patient Education/Ethic and Diversity Supports patient/family/spiritual/cultural needs when assessing the patient and family needs for teaching; identifies the patient's learning level and readiness, and documents education record. Utilizes the teach back methodology for advancing patient education about medication side effects and new medication education. Utilizes and distributes Krames for patient education /clinical condition. Utilizes culture vision as a resource in care planning and delivery. Treats patients, families and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity. Acknowledges and values the contributions of patient’s significant others as an integral part of the plan of care. Adheres to ethical standards of practice. Calls for an ethics consult when appropriate. EBP and Research Implements nursing interventions consistent with the established plan of care based on evidenced based care. Maintains and advances the professional image and science of nursing and the practice of professional nursing through use of best available evidence utilizing resources such as Ovid/Joanna Briggs, Up to Date, Culture Vision, and other reliable sources of evidence. Demonstrates active involvement in clinical LADDER project or process improvement at the unit/organization level. Healing Safe Environment Demonstrates safe medication administration through the use of bar coding Promotes and strives to protect the health, safety and rights of the patient Conveys complete, timely, and accurate information at bedside shift report/hand-off Rounds hourly in collaboration with patient care technician Protects patients by maintaining a safe environment of excellence Demonstrates innovation and participation in meeting unit based and organizational quality metrics on the exceptional care dashboard Ensures clinical practice excellence that focuses on preventing pressure ulcers, falls, CAUTI’s and central line infections (as appropriate to area of practice). Participates as a unit safety facilitator or as identified resource for quality initiatives as requested Participates in unit huddles Relationship to Colleagues Shared Leadership Oversees and directs the work of patient care or support techs; maintains overall accountability for the care of assigned patients. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in leading and directing others; deals with conflict directly and appropriately. Demonstrates proficiency in the charge nurse/preceptor role when assigned; assumes responsibility for coordinating patient care for the entire unit. Takes the clinical lead when patient’s condition changes and confers with the primary care physician about the appropriate treatment plan or the need to transfer to the appropriate level of care. Serves as a resource and role model for new staff, students, and other system personnel Assists with precepting, unit orientation, and mentoring as requested. Participates in the peer evaluation process by providing feedback to colleagues on a regular basis, and through participation in clinical case peer review. Works collaboratively with all hospital services to responsibly accomplish daily work and maintain an environment of excellence. Identifies barriers to effective clinical practice and communicates to nursing leadership and practice operations council. Resource Utilization Ensures an appropriate level of care order is documented in the EMR for all admissions. Understands and adheres to the charging of supplies. Participates in any value based unit/organizational initiative. Demonstrates a personal commitment to decreasing utilization overtime hours. Use of Technology Assures all electronic and paper documentation is complete. Utilizes the guardrails for the Alaris pump. Understands physiologic monitoring and the implications to drive changes to clinical management of the patient. Utilizes the bed management system Identifies new technologies for unit, hospital or system use. Participates in CEOC activities for the advancement and optimization of the medical record as requested. Relationship to Self Professional Practice Attends internal professional development offerings i.e. Schwartz Rounds, Nursing Grand Rounds. Obtains certification in the nursing specialty of practice. Demonstrates accountability for his/her professional practice-competencies, ELM learning, dress code adherence Participates in professional organization through membership, leadership, or committee work Takes assigned lunch breaks. Qualifications Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse Basic Life Support Preferred: National Certification in area of specialty Strong interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate with others Strong analytic abilities Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines. Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

RN

ER

Full-time

Clinical Shift Coord RN CDH ED Full-time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onWinfield, IL

Description The Clinical Shift Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the hospitalized patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. This nurse functions in a leadership, overseeing daily unit operations, staff, and care delivery, utilizing a staff focused leadership model. Responsibilities: Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance. Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions or help to patients and customers with finding their way. Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur. Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others. Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently. Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time. Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement. Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide. Demonstrates proficiency as a staff nurse and serves as a role model and resource to staff. Maintains awareness of unstable, complex or high-risk patient conditions throughout the shift. Ensures appropriate assignment of care based on staff competency and patient acuity. Coordinates and monitors patient care to ensure patient safety. Collects, analyzes and organizes patient care data for the unit. Oversees that staff are in compliance with regulatory standards. Ensures adaptation of services as needed to reflect age, culture, gender, race, nationality, religion, etc. Oversees documentation of key critical elements for patient care and national patient safety goals (restraints, verbal orders, abbreviations, etc.) Ensures initial admit orders are received by end of shift. Demonstrates knowledge of staffing requirements for unit and ensures compliance with staffing matrix each shift. Consults with manager when variances are anticipated. Oversees accurate completion of daily charges to ensure unit receives all appropriate revenue. Contributes to cost reduction and supports interventions that promote unit cost effectiveness (LOS, HPPD, OT, flexible staffing, and use of alternative skill mixes.) Oversees staff scheduling per unit and PCS guidelines. Documents appropriate staffing information and justifications in Optilink each shift. Checks staff timekeeping on shifts worked and oversees compliance with time and attendance policies. Oversees documentation of occurrences on shift and reports to Nursing leadership and risk management as appropriate. Ensures compliance with patient life safety standards including fire safety, handwashing, crash cart checks, etc. Oversees accurate accounting of unit equipment. Demonstrates effective oral, written, and listening skills with staff, physicians, patients and families. Keeps all appropriate parties informed a timely manner and understands 'chain of command' accountability. Completes leader rounding on assigned staff routinely and consistently. Provides input to and may assist with organization of staff meetings. Conducts staff huddles on shift. Collaborates with educator and manager to ensure appropriate and complete orientation of new staff. Identifies appropriate preceptor and assigns schedule to new staff. Participates in unit and PCS based teams, work groups and/or committees or shared governance councils. Demonstrates willingness to give 100% and voluntarily assists others. Keeps staff on shift informed of unit initiatives and incorporates outcomes of the team/committees work into practice. Ensures all RN's, PC's perform as a team in order to complete work on time and take uninterrupted meal breaks. Coordinates patient placement with Clinical Placement Nurse in a timely manner and with a positive and flexible attitude. Displays and is responsible for 'welcoming spirit' for unit by integrating students and resource team. Develops open, functional working relationships with other units/physicians by understanding complexities of different stakeholders; has a house wide perspective. Promotes an atmosphere of collective accountability for the Unit/Department. Performs weekend leadership rounding on all patients and assists Clinical Manager during week as needed. Contributes to annual employee performance evaluation and is present when evaluation is given. Conducts formal staff rounding with assigned group of staff on a consistent basis at frequency identified by Manager. Follow up with all new employees on shift as identified by Manager. Contributes to completion of minor disciplinary action; may cover this independently with staff member under the approval of Clinical Manager. Provides feedback to Manager for development plans that are needed for staff they lead. Demonstrates ability to coach staff effectively using leadership skills. Participates in interview process for candidates seeking position on his/her shift. Uses retention strategies to recognize and reward staff on shift. Serves as Qualified Observer to ensure completion of annual competencies of staff on his/her shift. Participates in quality improvement initiatives for unit and as appropriate for PCS. Displays knowledge of PI process. Supports staff to incorporate EBP/research findings into practice at the bedside. Oversees environment of care and regulatory readiness with all regulatory bodies. Is a shift leader and is accountable for hardwiring evidence based and unit specific tactics for patient satisfaction (Hourly Rounding, bedside shift report, discharge calls, and AIDET.) Monitors for improvement of chart audit findings at employee level and provides follow-up. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications Required: 3 Years RN experience Licensed RN in the State of Illinois American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Telemetry competency Basic computer knowledge. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Excellent customer service skills. Consistently works within the framework of the Illinois Practice Act for Nursing and ANA Standards of Professional Nursing Practice. Ability to assess and determine situations requiring an interpreter and to use interpreter services effectively. Preferred: 2 or more years in pertinent clinical specialty Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, with BSN. Cert NRN Specialty certification such as CV-RN, CHFN, CCRN, PCCN, CNML, NE-BC, etc. required within 2 years Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

NP

Oncology

Full-time

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onMettawa, IL

Description The Clinical Shift Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the hospitalized patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. This nurse functions in a leadership, overseeing daily unit operations, staff, and care delivery, utilizing a staff focused leadership model. Responsibilities: Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance. Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions or help to patients and customers with finding their way. Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur. Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others. Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently. Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time. Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement. Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide. Demonstrates proficiency as a staff nurse and serves as a role model and resource to staff. Maintains awareness of unstable, complex or high-risk patient conditions throughout the shift. Ensures appropriate assignment of care based on staff competency and patient acuity. Coordinates and monitors patient care to ensure patient safety. Collects, analyzes and organizes patient care data for the unit. Oversees that staff are in compliance with regulatory standards. Ensures adaptation of services as needed to reflect age, culture, gender, race, nationality, religion, etc. Oversees documentation of key critical elements for patient care and national patient safety goals (restraints, verbal orders, abbreviations, etc.) Ensures initial admit orders are received by end of shift. Demonstrates knowledge of staffing requirements for unit and ensures compliance with staffing matrix each shift. Consults with manager when variances are anticipated. Oversees accurate completion of daily charges to ensure unit receives all appropriate revenue. Contributes to cost reduction and supports interventions that promote unit cost effectiveness (LOS, HPPD, OT, flexible staffing, and use of alternative skill mixes.) Oversees staff scheduling per unit and PCS guidelines. Documents appropriate staffing information and justifications in Optilink each shift. Checks staff timekeeping on shifts worked and oversees compliance with time and attendance policies. Oversees documentation of occurrences on shift and reports to Nursing leadership and risk management as appropriate. Ensures compliance with patient life safety standards including fire safety, handwashing, crash cart checks, etc. Oversees accurate accounting of unit equipment. Demonstrates effective oral, written, and listening skills with staff, physicians, patients and families. Keeps all appropriate parties informed a timely manner and understands 'chain of command' accountability. Completes leader rounding on assigned staff routinely and consistently. Provides input to and may assist with organization of staff meetings. Conducts staff huddles on shift. Collaborates with educator and manager to ensure appropriate and complete orientation of new staff. Identifies appropriate preceptor and assigns schedule to new staff. Participates in unit and PCS based teams, work groups and/or committees or shared governance councils. Demonstrates willingness to give 100% and voluntarily assists others. Keeps staff on shift informed of unit initiatives and incorporates outcomes of the team/committees work into practice. Ensures all RN's, PC's perform as a team in order to complete work on time and take uninterrupted meal breaks. Coordinates patient placement with Clinical Placement Nurse in a timely manner and with a positive and flexible attitude. Displays and is responsible for 'welcoming spirit' for unit by integrating students and resource team. Develops open, functional working relationships with other units/physicians by understanding complexities of different stakeholders; has a house wide perspective. Promotes an atmosphere of collective accountability for the Unit/Department. Performs weekend leadership rounding on all patients and assists Clinical Manager during week as needed. Contributes to annual employee performance evaluation and is present when evaluation is given. Conducts formal staff rounding with assigned group of staff on a consistent basis at frequency identified by Manager. Follow up with all new employees on shift as identified by Manager. Contributes to completion of minor disciplinary action; may cover this independently with staff member under the approval of Clinical Manager. Provides feedback to Manager for development plans that are needed for staff they lead. Demonstrates ability to coach staff effectively using leadership skills. Participates in interview process for candidates seeking position on his/her shift. Uses retention strategies to recognize and reward staff on shift. Serves as Qualified Observer to ensure completion of annual competencies of staff on his/her shift. Participates in quality improvement initiatives for unit and as appropriate for PCS. Displays knowledge of PI process. Supports staff to incorporate EBP/research findings into practice at the bedside. Oversees environment of care and regulatory readiness with all regulatory bodies. Is a shift leader and is accountable for hardwiring evidence based and unit specific tactics for patient satisfaction (Hourly Rounding, bedside shift report, discharge calls, and AIDET.) Monitors for improvement of chart audit findings at employee level and provides follow-up. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications Required: 3 Years RN experience Licensed RN in the State of Illinois American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Telemetry competency Basic computer knowledge. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Excellent customer service skills. Consistently works within the framework of the Illinois Practice Act for Nursing and ANA Standards of Professional Nursing Practice. Ability to assess and determine situations requiring an interpreter and to use interpreter services effectively. Preferred: 2 or more years in pertinent clinical specialty Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, with BSN. Cert NRN Specialty certification such as CV-RN, CHFN, CCRN, PCCN, CNML, NE-BC, etc. required within 2 years Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.