Experienced Clinical Nurse - CVT Stepdown Unit Full-time Nights

Overview The salary range for this position is $36.50 - $58.40 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range is dependent on factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. Northwestern Medicine offers a wide range of benefits to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to delivering world-class care. You will work alongside clinical talent in a culture of medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We support diverse perspectives and experiences to advance equity and service. We provide comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. We offer flexible work options and a Total Rewards package that supports well-being across physical, mental, emotional, and financial aspects. We encourage volunteer opportunities in local communities and foster inclusion through workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, help shape the future of medicine. Benefits: see the detailed list below. Benefits $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)

• 10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• 1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• 250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)

Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus Paid time off and Holiday pay Description Experienced Clinical Nurse- CVT Stepdown Unit, Full-time Night Shift Northwestern Medicine is seeking an experienced nurse with 1+ years of experience within our CVT Stepdown Unit. The Clinical 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 regulatory standards. Based on the NMH framework for practice, the registered professional clinical nurse (RN) is accountable for the provision and coordination of clinically competent, evidence-based care for an assigned group of patients that includes diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. The nurse adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing, the Code of Ethics, and the Nursing Social Policy Statement. As a member of the clinical care and unit team, the RN participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care and achieve outcomes and improve unit operations. The RN exemplifies the components of what it means to be an NMH nurse and complies with all relevant policies and standards. Responsibilities The role of the professional clinical nurse is unique and essential to the care of the patient. The nurse demonstrates this through the framework for nursing practice. Advocate Practices in accordance with the patient-centered care model Develops an individualized, age-specific, culturally sensitive nursing plan of care based on the nursing process Incorporates the role of patient advocate into the plan of care Uses a team approach to achieve daily patient-centered goals Acknowledges and values the patient’s significant others as part of the plan of care Identifies potential conflicts and facilitates resolution using established channels Promotes and protects the health, safety and rights of the patient Maintains a safe environment for patients Clinical Expert Advances clinical expertise through continuing education and specialty certification when eligible Continuously enhances skills to ensure high-quality patient care Shares knowledge with team members, patients and students Applies critical thinking to clinical questions when evidence and practice differ Identifies priorities, sets goals, and prescribes and implements nursing interventions safely Develops and implements individualized education plans for patients and families Evaluates and documents patient responses to interventions and updates the plan accordingly Escalates when needed and consults appropriate experts Participates in team goals and quality improvement Delegates and supervises interventions appropriately Ensures complete, timely handoffs with accurate information Adheres to ethical standards of practice Community Volunteer Participates in one or more volunteer initiatives annually, Northwestern Memorial organized or on own Compassionate Demonstrates interpersonal connections with patients and families from introduction through discharge Responds to patient concerns and delays in the plan of care Treats patients, families, visitors and staff with care, respect and dignity Supports recovery and, where appropriate, a peaceful experience for patients Professionally Engaged Is a member of a professional organization or participates on a Northwestern Memorial committee or taskforce Demonstrates accountability and collaborative practice with coworkers and other disciplines Maintains ongoing professional growth and education Serves as a mentor and preceptor for team members Participates in peer feedback and contributes to performance evaluations Works with hospital services to maintain excellence Contributes to policies, procedures and systems to support safe and effective care Meets internal and external regulatory and accreditation requirements Maintains a professional image and advances nursing practice Qualifications Required: Graduate of an NLN-accredited school/college of nursing Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or higher Current State of Illinois, Registered Professional Nurse license Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR through American Heart Association Analytic ability (conceptual and quantitative) Oral, listening and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate in difficult situations Use of a keyboard to enter or retrieve data Preferred: Experience in a specific clinical area Nursing specialty certification, if eligible Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an 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. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If offered a position, you will complete an authorization and disclosure form for the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, following local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure AI tools may be used in portions of the candidate review process; all employment decisions are made by a person. Benefits (Additional) We offer a wide range of benefits that provide tools to improve physical, emotional, and financial well-being and 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwestern Memorial Hospital