jobs in Calumet Heights, IL

Nursing Jobs in Calumet Heights, IL

Heart and Vascular Program Coordinator RN - Internal Medicine Cardiology-28863

Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL

$43.60 - $78.04 / hour

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Int Med Cardiology P Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 AM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $43.60 - $78.04 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary The Heart and Vascular Screening Program Coordinator RN works closely with leaders from across the Rush System for Health to define and implement strategies and workflows to improve lung care for the Rush community. The Program Coordinator RN functions within the full scope of practice to identify and secure support and resources necessary for successful origination and implementation of heart and vascular screening initiatives. The continuum of care will extend throughout the Rush health system, primarily serving the outpatient community. The Program Coordinator is responsible for meeting program goals in a timely and cost-effective manner. Program success will be measured through performance goals, program metrics, and other monitoring systems. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other Information Required Job Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Master’s degree in Nursing required. Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required. At least three years of clinical nursing experience required. Demonstrated ability to navigate a complex healthcare environment to achieve results. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with electronic medical records. Physical Demands Requires the ability to walk throughout the medical center. Responsibilities Establishes therapeutic culturally competent relationship with Rush system patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness, and mutual goal setting for optimal patient experience and outcomes. Collaborates and communicates consistently and effectively with internal and external disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families and program objectives. Applies interpersonal skills to maintain a positive open network of professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team through effective communication, mutual support, and respect. Coordinates care using the nursing process, multidisciplinary collaboration, and coordination of all appropriate health services and community resources across the care continuum. Ensures continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient settings. Assists management team in strategy development and implementation of program initiatives. Utilizes internal and external resources and systems to effectively meet the needs of patients, families and the organization. Participates in continuous quality improvement process within the Rush Healthcare System. Monitors patient outcomes in accordance with defined standards of care. Identifies issues and formulates solutions impacting quality and cost effective care. Responsible for maintenance of standards of care mandated by regulatory agencies. Identifies opportunities to streamline and continuously improve screening workflows. Participates in policy and procedure development and review for clinical activities. Participates in educational programs and counseling for patients, families, healthcare team, and students. Creates an environment of partnership, collaboration, seamless quality, and service enhancement across teams. Encourages ongoing learning and skill development for team members. Fosters a climate that encourages positive staff morale, motivation, and commitment. Other duties as assigned. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

6 days ago

Operating Room Cardiac Registered Nurse

UChicago Medicine Chicago, IL

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine , as an Operating Room Nurse on our Cardiac Team located in our CCD Operating Room. At UChicago Medicine, we bring the world’s most innovative approaches to patients with all conditions, from common to complex. You will have the ability to work with physicians that are constantly pushing the bounds of possibility forward, conducting groundbreaking research and providing lifesaving, personalized patient care.This position is 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. As an Operating Room Nurse, you will be responsible for providing nursing care that is goal-directed and adapted to the needs of an individual, a family and/or community during health and illness. In this role, the Operating Room Nurse will provide nursing care based on knowledge, skills and standards of practice which provide a foundation that allows the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the nursing care being provided. Each professional nurse assumes primary responsibility and accountability for all nursing care provided by him/her and those directly under their supervision. The nurse is part of the multi-disciplinary team which works collaboratively in providing care to patients. Essential Job Functions Utilizes assessment skills to determine patient needs in order to provide comprehensive patient/family care for patients from neonate to geriatric population Identifies learning needs of patients and their family which directly influence patient recovery and develops teaching methods to enhance learning Implements nursing actions based on scheduled surgery, patient assessment, patient developmental needs and incorporates actions into written plan of care Evaluates care given and allows for alterations in nursing interventions to meet the changing needs or conditions of the patient. Documents appropriately in patient care records Successfully completes unit based and hospital competencies as designated competently performs nursing treatments and procedures according to hospital policy and nursing practice within clinical specialty as documented by the respective clinical rotational checklists Maintains current CPR certification Prepares and administers medication/treatment according to the physician's orders utilizing knowledge base to assure patient safety. Works collaboratively with other health team members in providing a holistic approach to health care. Communicates changes to all team members as appropriate Documents all aspects of patient care from admission to discharge according to hospital policies Incorporates discharge planning measures into daily practice in order to provide patients with smooth transition from hospital to home Provides cost-effective care by proper use of time, supplies and personnel Actively participates in unit staff meeting Assists unit in development/attainment of unit goals and objectives Contributes to creating a work climate that encourages positive staff morale, motivation and commitment for all who participate in the care of patients Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned by Clinical Director or designee Shares in leadership responsibilities at various levels by supervising, directing and teaching other employees as it effects patient care Participates in unit activities/goals to promote retention of staff Participates in a changing environment by being supportive and cooperative with changes at the unit level Demonstrates reliability and accountability to the unit and Department of Nursing Incorporates professional standards into practice utilizing written nursing care plans Participates in Quality Improvement data analysis, conclusions and changes determined Participates in the preceptor program either by being a preceptor or assisting in those who are Participates in weekly scheduled in-service Required Qualifications Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN degree or higher preferred. Associate Degree Nurses are required to enroll in a BSN program within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire, and make progress toward and complete their BSN degree within 30 months. ADN nurses receive 100% tuition reimbursement towards a BSN degree from an accredited program. Current RN Illinois license Graduate of an approved school of nursing Preferred Qualifications At least one year of experience circulating and/or scrubbing in a Cardiac Operating Room Position Details Job Type/Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Shift: Day, 10HR, 7 AM-5:30 PM Work Location: Onsite - Hyde Park Unit/Department: CCD-OR (Cardiac) CBA Code: NNU