Overview As a member of the interdisciplinary team, contributes professional nursing knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to patients through the application of the nursing process. Qualifications Certifications: Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Education: College Diploma: Nursing, Work Experience: Responsibilities CLINICAL EXCELLENCE FOCUS: Promotes the use of servation and physical assessment of actual problems and outcomes. Develops an individualized plan of care using a collaborative approach with the patient/family and health care team. Uses appropriate interventions identified in the plan of care to achieve expected patient outcomes. Systematically evaluates and documents patient's progress toward expected outcomes/goals on an ongoing basis throughout the shift. Modifies plan of care based on evaluation andevidence-based practice through the nursing process, protocols and procedures. Assesses patient's status through interview, ob as needed based on changes in patient condition. Completes required documentation as appropriate, including patient chart and event reports. Demonstrates professional accountability for own practice as evidenced through seeking resources and continued self-development. Demonstrates technical knowledge of equipment and troubleshoots when problems arise. Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in evidence-based nursing practice. Promotes the professional development of self and team members Shares clinical knowledge through informal teaching and in response to the learning needs of others. Demonstrates a practical problem-solving approach to patient moving and handling issues (as applicable). Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment (as applicable). Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing. Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider’s orders and hospital lab procedures/policies. WORK ENVIRONMENT & CULTURE FOCUS: Coordinates the interdisciplinary care of the patient through collaboration with team members and utilizes additional resources when necessary. Analyzes clinical situations in a systematic way and acts to obtain resources or correct problems to meet or exceed expected outcomes or patient needs. Recognizes need for assistance and utilizes resources, including physician and nurse to nurse (UAT) consultation in a timely manner. Demonstrates ownership and persistence to ensure problem is resolved in best way possible. Able to assume assignment of non-complex and some complex patient management with some turnover in assignment. Consistently prioritizes work based on changes in patient condition, changes in assignment and unanticipated interruptions. Identifies and utilizes team resources to solve identified problems or needs. Collaborates with the health care team in the organization of tasks and activities for the patient's care from admission to discharge according to the plan of care and to meet identified expected outcomes. Works with other team members in delegating tasks and activities appropriately. Provides goal-focused shift report. Advocates with physicians on patient's behalf when necessary. Utilizes communication and teamwork strategies aimed at promoting high team performance and achieving optimal patient outcomes and unit productivity. Chooses an appropriate and meaningful communication style when interacting with others: gives and accepts constructive feedback to/from peers. Able to adhere to assigned weekly, weekend, and holiday call shifts in accordance with hospital policies and protocols. PATIENT EDUCATION FOCUS: Assesses and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient's/family's age specific needs. Adapts teaching strategies based on patient's response, readiness to learn and level of comprehension. Takes cultural, age-specific, gender, and developmental factors into consideration when teaching patients about procedures, illness, hospital experience, etc. Ensures patient safety in the hospital environment by following policy/procedures and adhering to National Patient Safety Goals. Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education. Utilizes SVI patient education system as a resource for patients and family members. PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT FOCUS: Actively participates in data collection, analysis, and problem solving and gives input on process improvements and patient satisfaction. Assures that the care provided is consistent with standards of care, evidence-based practices, national patient safety goals, core measures and other quality initiatives undertaken by the unit/hospital. Works with interdisciplinary team in identifying opportunities for improvement in patient care and patient/family satisfaction Actively promotes and achieves customer satisfaction (patient, family, departments, physicians). Participates in the implementation of Performance Improvement initiatives. Promptly and efficiently follows up on patient/family requests/needs - anticipates patient/family needs. Encourages coworkers in achieving excellent customer satisfaction; utilizes organizational service excellence standards. Serves on unit-based councils Identifies practice problems on the unit Implements changes in own clinical practice based on literature and unit process improvement outcomes. Works on assigned projects, data collection, audits as assigned. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation And Benefits The compensation range for this position is $35.87per hour - $58.37per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Overview Carle Health is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our growing Critical Care team at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. The Critical Care APP works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The APP provides healthcare in critical care settings, including critical care (trauma, neuro, med/surg) and cardiovascular ICUs. The Carle Health Critical Care APP has didactic education, clinical competency, and national certification in identified areas of clinical practice. The Critical Care APP demonstrates medical knowledge, clinical judgment, technical competence, professionalism, interpersonal communication skills, and timely and compliant documentation, and is responsible for professional development and competency validation. Opportunity Details Collaboration with dedicated Critical Care physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, Clinical Pharmacists, and resident physicians Critical Care Service covers 48 ICU beds including cardiac, trauma, medical, surgical and neuro Assist with hospital codes along with Critical Care physician and code team Opportunity to obtain independent credentialing in ICU procedures such as PICC placement, arterial line, and central lines as well as opportunities for Intubation, paracentesis, chest-tube placement State-of-the-art ICU in Carle's 390,000-square-foot patient tower Mix of weekday/night/evening and weekend shifts and holiday rotation Collaboration with Critical Care physicians in the management of complex critically ill patients with multi-organ dysfunction/failure, poly trauma, TBI, complex stroke and SAH Assist with management of patients receiving CRRT/CVVH, Targeted Temperature Management Participation in monthly CCT M&M, CVICU, and CCU RN education/training Educational/Experience Requirements Master's degree with Acute Care specialty preferred. FNP considered with prior ICU provider experience considered Physician Assistant with prior ICU experience 1-2 years of APP experience preferred Consideration for nursing ICU/ED experience Professional Opportunities Growing organizational research opportunities Quality and Practice Committee membership within Critical Care Service and organizationally Access to state-of-the-art sim-lab for procedural training Licensure/Certification Requirements Current Illinois registered nurse license and advanced practice nurse licensure /physician assistant licensure BLS and ACLS certification Must satisfactorily complete all continuing education including NIH Stroke Scale Certification and stroke education required for providers at Comprehensive Stroke Center About Our Community Globally connected, innovative and culturally rich, Champaign-Urbana is centrally located to Chicago, Indianapolis and St. Louis and is home to one of the world's great public research universities - the Big Ten University of Illinois. With ease of transportation, excellent schools and affordable housing options, our community features the friendliness and advantages of a smaller town while offering the dining, arts, sports, and entertainment options found in a much larger city. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation And Benefits The compensation range for this position is $60.72 - $78.94/hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits
Overview Serves as a clinical quality and regulatory resource and internal consultant to locations in the site Quality Management System. Implements clinical quality tracking and reporting tools to enable the analysis of data relating to key indicators of clinical outcomes. Partners with designated areas in data collection, analysis and reporting of quality and performance improvement data. Participates in process improvement teams and in the development strategies to improve clinical processes, patient health outcomes, regulatory compliance and the cost-effectiveness of care. Qualifications Certifications: Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); IHI Open School Basic Certificate in Quality and Safety within 1 year - Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI); Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) within 1 year - National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ)National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ), Education: Experience In Lieu of Education; College Diploma: Nursing, Work Experience: Responsibilities Maintains up-to-date knowledge of assigned abstraction standards, Carle key result areas, and department Quality Plan metrics. Collects unit data, conducts analysis, prepares reports, and assists with the compilation, display and interpretation of data to support clinical and operational decision-making. Reliably and accurately applies guidelines and definitions (e.g. core measure, GWTG, STS, Cardiac Registry and NSQIP) to the collection of quality data as evidenced through inter-rater review. Disseminates reports in a timely manner to individuals, committees, and departments as needed. Leads and conducts ISO audits and prepares reports for the evaluation of process reliability and effectiveness of improvement efforts. Conducts mock surveys and prepares reports for the evaluation of compliance with accreditation requirements and CMS conditions of participation. Partners with leadership in the design of department and diagnosis-specific quality improvement indicators, and the selection of clinical projects and priorities on an annual basis. Ensures the timely collection and entry of Quality Plan and Quality Dashboard data. Attends committee meetings as needed, to present data, identify opportunities for performance improvement, and develop corrective action plans. Assures Quality Plan documentation accurately reflects the unit's improvement activities and includes an evaluation of effectiveness. Establishes effective working relationships with those departments and disciplines whose support is necessary for the improvement of care delivery processes. Provides guidance, support and just-in-time training to clinical leaders and associates regarding continuous quality improvement along with regulatory/accreditation requirements and expectations. Provides support to designated teams or workgroups, partnering with the chairs to effectively pre-plan meetings and identify methods to maximize efficiency and outcomes. Develops educational materials or presentations as needed to enhance the knowledge, skill and competency of the staff to improve care delivery processes and outcomes. Identifies cases (per criteria) and prepares cases for review by medical staff peer reviewers and the Professional Practice Committee. Documents peer review findings, prepares physician letters, prepares annual peer review summary, and assures the maintenance of all peer review records. Participates in new physician and medical staff department chair orientation to the peer review process. Coordinates equipment, resources, and the delivery of interpretive services within the hospital. Provides education regarding interpretive services regulatory requirements, and patient care delivery expectations. Collects and analyzes data to meet Carle system, public reporting and regulatory requirements. Coordinates and oversees department and diagnosis-specific monitoring and improvement activities. Educates, consults and provides support to the interdisciplinary team and relevant performance improvement teams/collaboratives. Coordinates and manages the Medical Staff peer review process. Manages and coordinates interpretive services within the hospital. The QNS abstracts clinical quality data, leads ISO audits, conducts mock surveys, and communicates opportunities for improvement, patterns and trends to hospital, clinics, and medical staff leadership. This includes detailed information that needs to be collected, recorded accurately and submitted in a timely manner. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation And Benefits The compensation range for this position is $33.87per hour - $58.26per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Overview The Care Coordinator 3 RN is responsible for providing seamless, coordinated care across the continuum for patients identified as high risk. Responsibilities include: assessing, utilizing protocols, planning, implementing, educating/coaching, referring, coordinating/facilitating medication management, monitoring, evaluating, communicating, collaborating, and negotiating with patients, caregivers, and providers to assure the patient is receiving the right care, in the right place, at the right time. Qualifications Certifications: Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), Education: Certificate of Completion: Related Field; Bachelor's Degree: Nursing, Work Experience: Nursing Responsibilities Assists in conducting health risk assessments (HRAs) and reviews of patient records and/or claims analysis to identify care management and care coordination services Collaborates with other Case Managers, when applicable, to ensure smooth handoffs of patients from case manager to case manager and to all involved caregivers across the continuum Provides and manages care management and care coordination services in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner to meet patient-specific clinical and social needs Assists in developing patient care plans and care goals Monitors patient progress in relation to care plans and expected outcomes Actively engage as an integral, collaborative member of the patient's care team Communicates with and disseminates information to the patient, PCP, and other care team members to ensure consistent, seamless, and coordinated care Facilitates care coordiation for the patient across the care continuum, ensuring that the patient is receiving the highest level of quality Advocates consideration of all options available to ensure quality of care in the most cost-efficient manner Refers patients to appropriate and available resources to meet identified needs Supports processes to ensure that appropriate authorizations, referrals, and payor requirements are obtained and met to allow patient care Actively involve patients/caregivers in their healthcare and encourage shared decision making. Documents required clinical, social, financial, or other information using appropriate systems Manages a case load of up to 100 high-risk patients Participates in continuous quality, performance, and outcome assessment and improvement initiatives to ensure the improvement of care management/care coordination and available clinical and social support services Assists in the development of care management tools needed to support the patient population Provides education to patients and caregivers to optimize level of self-care Addresses gaps in care per best practice guidelines, HEDIS measures and clinical guidelines as appropriate Meets the patient face to face when necessary which may include: in the home, in the hospital, or in an ambulatory setting Completes comprehensive assessment of high risk patients within the health system Works closely with the primary care provider and interdisciplinary team to create a plan of care for each patient Completes patient handoffs during appropriate patient transitions of care Communicates telephonically and in person with paneled patients to ensure follow up and understanding of plan of care Documents within EPIC using the department specific templates to ensure minimum documentation standards are met. Participates in a committee or group outside of the department. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation And Benefits The compensation range for this position is $31.9per hour - $54.87per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Overview The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution. Ideal Candidate; Previous case management experience preferred, 2 years minimum acute care/Rehab nursing experience, previous charge nurse experience would be a plus as well Qualifications Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), Education: Bachelor's Degree: Nursing; College Diploma: Nursing, Work Experience: Responsibilities Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission to the Rehab unit and develops appropriate Rehab plan of care in accordance with unit standards and is based on patient and family needs. Implements Rehab plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based on continuous evaluation. Coordinates nursing care activities in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to facilitate achievement of overall patient goals. Implements procedures and theories related to Rehab practice and scope of service. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documenting of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team. Shares information about the disease processes underlying disabilities and teaches nursing techniques to help the rehab patient and their families develop self-care skills necessary to move toward wellness. Participates in Rehab rounds and team meetings. Reinforces the teaching done by therapy in rehab, provides resource materials for patient's changing needs, and provides on-going patient education. Possesses the specialized knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provide care for people with physical disability and chronic illness. Fulfills all requirements of Rehab departmental competencies. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation And Benefits The compensation range for this position is $33.32per hour - $57.31per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
