CLINICAL NURSE II - MEDICAL/SURGICAL 8S in Chicago, IL

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the National Nurses Organizing Committee. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants. LOCATION: Stroger Hospital (Medical/Surgical - General Surgery/Orthopedics Unit 8SSHIFT: 7:00 A.M. - 7:30 P.M.SALARY: $39.462 - $53.481 hourlySalary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement. To provide direct patient care to patients 18 years old and up. Patients are admitted with complex medical conditions/diseases from the Emergency Department, PACU and ICU (Intensive Care Unit). We receive patients from Direct Transfers, Ambulatory Clinics, Hospital to Hospital Referrals and Direct Admissions from home.Common medical diagnosis/conditions and post-operative surgical conditions include but are not limited to Diabetes, Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Kidney Failure (Acute and Chronic), Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Bowel Obstructions, Autoimmune Diseases, Sickle Cell Anemia, Blood Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Abuse and Sepsis.Common (Post-Operative) Surgical procedures may include Total Knee/Hip Replacements, Reconstructive Orthopedic conditions. In addition to General Surgery, Cardio/Thoracic, Vascular, Gynecology and Trauma Patients.JOB SUMMARY: The Clinical Nurse II is a professional care provider who is responsible and accountable for overall management of patient care on a specific shift as well as maintaining comprehensive knowledge of patient’s condition. Provides safe, effective and individualized care using the nursing process. Performance of these duties require skills, effective working relationships, setting priorities, and demonstrated knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures. Typical DutiesProvides general direction, guidance and coordination of patient care activities delivered by other levels of nursing staffMakes appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis of emergency situationWorks and communicates effectively with a variety of individualsApplies knowledge of standard operating policies and proceduresIdentifies, plan of care for the total needs of patients considering their age specific requirementsOperates safely clinical equipment necessary for providing patient careInitiates and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation activitiesApplies the principles of Infection Control and Environment of CareCollects assessment date relative to the following factors; biophysical, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual values, environmental, self-care capabilities, safety , infection control, learning needs, and ability to manage continuing care needs after dischargePerforms reassessments according to divisional/unit standards and patient care needsPerforms transfer assessments when patients are transferred in or out of the unitEnsures completion of transfer assessmentsPerforms and ensures formulation and communication of an individualized plan of care derived from assessment data.Utilizes assessment data in formulating age specific plan of care consistent with: A) The therapies of other disciplines; B) Standards of nursing practiceInvolves patient/significant others, and collaborates with other health care team members in planning nursing careUtilized principles of growth and development across life span in formulating age specific needs of the patients: neonate/infant, child, adolescent, adult, geriatricEnsures collaboration and communication with patient/family and other health care team members are accomplishedEnsures implementation of the nursing plan of carePerforms interventions and ensures implementations are done in a competent, skillful and safe mannerEnsures that patient’s responses to interventions are evaluated and modified accordinglyEnsures provision of interventions to meet patient identified discharge needsEnsures education in provided to patient and family based on assessed learning needsEnsures accurate documentationEnsures the staff records pertinent informationRecords accurately, concisely and legiblySigns documentation with legible full signature and classificationEnsures comprehensive delivery of patient careAdheres to and ensures staff follows principles of: infection control, environment of careDemonstrates competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment and ensure staff does the sameEvaluates effectiveness of plan of care and revised interventions as appropriateDemonstrates leadership/management ability; competent in making patient care/staff assignmentsIdentifies staffing needs to ensure safe, quality patient careFacilitates timely admission of patients to the unitEnsures timely discharge of patientsPlans, coordinates team/unit care problems in a timely mannerFollows the chain of command in referring problemsDemonstrates and promotes teamwork and effective interpersonal relationships with all health care team members, patients and familiesDemonstrates knowledge of hospital-wide services and makes appropriate referrals as indicatedParticipates and facilitates: quality assessment and improvement activities, unit policy/procedures, unit rounds, patient care team, conferences, end of shift report, CPR/fire drillsDemonstrates awareness of patient/family rights and ethical/legal issuesEnsures patient/family confidentiality and privacy are maintainedTreats patient/family with respect and courtesyTakes appropriate actions address ethical concerns for self and staffParticipates actively in staff orientation and staff development activities for the unitPerforms as resource nurse/preceptor when necessaryFacilitates attendance of staff to scheduled educational activitiesDemonstrates responsibility and accountability for processional practice, growth and developmentMaintains certification as requiredSeeks opportunities to improve professional knowledge and skillsTakes accountability for accurate reporting of unusual occurrences, e.g., medication, errors, patient falls, etc.Renews professional license in a timely mannerAttends safety, infection control in-services and maintains all certificationsDemonstrates punctualityMaintains a good attendance recordAdheres to departmental dress code policyPerforms other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois is required.Must possess an active Basic Life Support certification (BLS) or able to obtain one with two (2) weeks of starting is required. (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained).Must possess a current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification or able to obtain one with two (2) weeks of starting is required. (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained).Must possess at least One (1) year of current Medical/Surgical nursing experience within an acute care setting is required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university is preferred. (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained).Bilingual is preferred.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other CharacteristicsExcellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groupsStrong interpersonal skillsAnalytical skills and problem solving skillsMathematical skills relative to medicine, weights, etc.Emergency response skillsAttention to detailWork to deadlinesDemonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precisionAbility to convey information to a variety of people from different socio-economic backgroundsFlexibility and adaptability in performing dutiesAbility to consistently push, pull, twist, turn, bend, kneel, stoop, lift and reach above shoulder and stand for prolonged periods of time.VETERAN PREFERENCEPLEASE READ When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must: Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable OR A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.BENEFITS PACKAGEMedical, Dental, and Vision CoverageBasic Term Life InsurancePension Plan and Deferred Compensation ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick TimeYou may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)100%25 Tuition reimbursement for nursing-related programs For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview. *Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen. *CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor. COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER