Registered Nurse - Immediate Care - River Forest/Burr Ridge/Oakbrook Terrace - PRN
Company: Loyola University Health System
Location: River Forest
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description:
Position Summary: Utilizes current nursing practices to provide
patient care while focusing on the needs of the patient and
exemplifying the service excellence goals of care, concern, respect
and cooperation. As a contributing member of a health care team,
functions in the role of patient advocate by being in the position
of initial contact for patient-related issues. Recognizes and
consistently applies knowledge of Loyola's 14 Forces of Magnetism.
Position Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment - Functions in the role of patient advocate
by being in the position of initial contact for patient-related
issues. Clarifies and implements physician orders by administering
medications and performing/ordering treatments and testing as
prescribed by the physician (Magnet Force ). Recognizes symptoms
and establishes priorities consistent with patient's condition
(Magnet Force ). Documents patient's physical and emotional status
and adds to plan of care in order to address patient needs
appropriately (Magnet Force #'s 5,6).
- Patient Care - Reviews and evaluates plan of care, obtains
information from patient and/or family, and adds to plan of care as
appropriate (Magnet Force #'s 2,6). Collaborates with the
multipdisciplinary team, the patient, and family to promote
efficient patient care (Magnet Force#'s 10,11,13). Provides for the
physical, cultural and psychosocial needs of the patient and
family. Integrates evidence-based practice and professional
standards whenever possible. Serves as a champion for patient
safety by continually observing and monitoring the clinical
environment and assuring that safety goals and standards are
considered when providing care in the practice setting.
- Communication - Performs required documentation and
communicates in a competent and effective manner to meet patient
and/or family needs and regulatory requirements. Protects
confidentiality of patient's Personal Health Information
(PHI)(Magnet Force #'s 3,8,13).
- Work Flow - Assists with the daily oversight of other clinical
staff (other nurse and non-nurse staff members) when directed by
the manager to maximize work flow in the practice. Provides
feedback to the manager when requested regarding work-related
skills of non-licensed personnel. Serves as a mentor and preceptor
for new staff and as a constant resource to non-licensed or
non-nurse personnel. Remains flexible with work assignments
throughout the clinical site to assure appropriate coverage to meet
staffing and patient care needs.
- Quality Improvement - Utilizes time and resources effectively
to promote quality and cost outcomes. Participates in site-specific
and division quality projects and initiatives. Serves as a clinical
expert by reporting patient related issues and concerns directly to
the manager and medical director. Assumes an active role in
maintaining site preparedness and compliance with guidelines and
standards as defined by regulatory agencies (ie. The Joint
Commission, Illinois Department of Public Health)(Magnet Force #'s
1,7).
- Billing & Facility Charges - Assures accuracy of patient
charges and directs patients appropriately with billing-related
issues or pre-certification needs.
- Triage - Handles nurse-directed telephone calls from patients
and seeks appropriate input and direction from the physician or
functions from signed protocols if applicable. Documents
disposition of call with the appropriate interventions
- Professional Development Activity - Demonstrates accountability
for professional growth and job performance. (Magnet Force #'s
4,14). Position Requirements : Minimum Education: Required:
Bachelors Degree Specify Degree(s): Nursing Minimum Experience:
Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experience
Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
Licensure/Certifications: Required: Basic Life Support (CPR)Nursing
- Current Registered Nurse License State of Illinois Other:
Specialty certification in a clinical or functional area of nursing
granted by a national nursing organization is preferred. Our
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of
115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians
across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our
colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values,
traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the
communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce
positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a
different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these
differences often lead to innovative solutions.Our dedication to
diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and
education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and
accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier
diversity.
Keywords: Loyola University Health System, Chicago , Registered Nurse - Immediate Care - River Forest/Burr Ridge/Oakbrook Terrace - PRN, Healthcare , River Forest, Illinois
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