RN ICU PRN/Emergency Relief

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. PRN
Shift:
Schedule: PRN/As needed shifts: Days 6:45am - 7:15pm, w/rotating weekends and holidays
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to gather data on health status and needs.
Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessment findings and medical diagnoses.
Monitor and evaluate patient responses to interventions, adjusting care plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
Provide education and counseling to patients and their families about health conditions, treatment plans, medications, and self-care strategies.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
Document patient care activities, including assessments, care plans, interventions, and outcomes, accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.
Supervise and mentor nursing staff, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality care.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies and safety protocols.
Respond promptly to life-threatening situations using established protocols and critical care skills.
Skills required to work in critical care area as defined by unit [Required]
Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows-based programs [Required]
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing [Required]
Mental and emotional stability, demonstrating a courteous and calm approach to all contacts with patients, visitors, and health care team members [Required]
Mature judgment and ability to handle confidential information [Required]
Personal qualities such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion, and confidentiality [Required]
Ability to work as a team player within a unit [Required]
Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes [Required]
Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures [Required]
Performs accurate documentation within the electronic medical record [Required]
Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance [Required]
see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements) [Required]
Previous experience with Cerner Electronic Medical Record [Preferred]
EPIC [Preferred]
Associate's of Nursing [Required]
Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]
Work Experience:
~ Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) [Preferred]
Fundamentals of Critical Care Support (FCCS) [Preferred]
Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) [Preferred]
Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) [Preferred]
Trauma Nurse course Certification (TNCC) [Preferred]
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Registered Nurse
UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale
Schedule: Per diem
Shift: Day