jobs in Kenwood, IL

Nursing Jobs in Kenwood, IL

UI Health - Nurse Administrator- Quality Diagnostic Nursing

Position Summary Under the administrative direction of the ACNO or Director, the Hospital Operations Administrator (HOA) RN represents UI Health management staff by providing administrative direction and support to all departments and areas. The Nurse Administrator RN will report and document all violations of the rules, regulations and policies of UI Health. The Nurse Administrator RN exemplifies the UI Health mission, vision, values, and acts in accordance with UI Health policies and procedures. Duties & Responsibilities Provide quality supervision to all areas of nursing procedural care direction, problem solving and discipline. Develop effective clinical strategies to lead and support decision making and actions for procedural areas. May intervene and take immediate action when the supervisor and/or nursing leadership is unwilling or unable to do so. Mentor and coach nursing staff and create an environment of professional growth by demonstrating proficient quality leadership skills at the nursing division level. Initiate investigation of incidents that will result in quality liability exposure to UI Health and make notification to the department of Risk Management. Deliver timely reports/communication to department directors regarding quality operational problems that occur within their respective departments. Work closely with all nursing procedural areas to resolve quality issues and concerns. Locate and procure material and human resources that are necessary for the continuous quality operation of the UI Health. Take whatever action is necessary to ensure quality patient care and the integrity of UI Health. Assist department Executive/Senior Leadership in nursing quality departmental operations through engagement, flexibility, and project involvement. Articulate standards and monitor compliance with the State Nurse Practice Act, State Board of Nursing Regulation, regulatory agency standards and the policies of the Hospital. Translate the nursing and corporate vision and strategic plan into measurable goals and sustainable nursing quality programs. Utilize clinical information systems, to promote safety, quality and cost-effective care. Other duties as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Caregiver

Part-time

15 hours ago

Caregiver $22/hr Cal City 20hrs/week Split Shift 10a-12p and 5p-7p Mon, Thu-Sun

MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At Home Calumet City, IL

Happier At Home provides personalized in-home caregiving services designed to help clients remain comfortable, safe, and independent in their own homes. As part of the hospital and health care industry, the company supports individuals with care that ranges from short visits to more continuous assistance, always centered on each client’s unique daily needs and wellbeing. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference through attentive, client-centered support delivered in a home setting. You will play an important part in helping clients maintain dignity, comfort, and routine while contributing to consistent, compassionate care and clear communication around client wellbeing. Responsibilities Provide personalized in-home care tailored to each client's daily needs. Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other daily living tasks. Prepare light meals and help maintain a safe, comfortable home environment. Offer companionship and monitor client wellbeing during scheduled split shifts. Document care provided and report any health or behavior changes promptly. Required Qualifications Experience providing home care to clients in their homes and following individualized care plans. Hands-on experience assisting clients with personal care, including bathing and dressing. Background providing companionship care, including support for clients with dementia. Experience preparing light meals for clients and helping maintain a safe home environment. Reliable transportation for in-home care visits. Availability for the full split shift of 10am-12pm and 5pm-7pm on Monday and Thursday through Sunday. Eligibility to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications Comfortable using care documentation and reporting systems. CNA, HHA, active CPR, or other state caregiver credential. Fluency in Spanish. Get paid weekly. 401K.

NICU

14 hours ago

UI Health - Staff Nurse I- Neonatal ICU (Evenings)

UI Health Chicago, IL

Position Summary The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes the initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care, and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. This position integrates professional practice model, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies. The Staff Nurse I engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to advocate for the patient, develops an appropriate patient educational plan, and responds to patient's changing needs while sharing information and collaborating with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. The Staff Nurse I participates in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior. Duties & Responsibilities Develops, implements, and updates the patient’s plan of care based on on-going assessment of the patient and input from the patient’s family. Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record. Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan. Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient’s changing needs. Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback. Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession. Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide “quality” patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies. Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools. Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students. Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support staff and students. Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs. Other duties as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

CMA

21 hours ago

Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - UI Health, Liver Center

UI Health Chicago, IL

Under the direction of the Physician, performs a variety of clinical and clerical services to support physician practice in an outpatient setting. Duties & Responsibilities: Direct Patient Care Tasks Assists nursing/medical staff with tasks related to preliminary assessment, education, and documentation of patient condition and the presenting health complaint including: Obtaining vital signs and other pertinent health information, i.e. conducts patient screenings during intake process. Administration of basic tests as by healthcare provider such as EKG, spirometry, pulse oximetry, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments {CLIA), etc. Informing the patient of test preparations and directions to diagnostic/treatment areas. Obtain specimens by noninvasive techniques, and collect blood specimens via capillary and venipuncture technique Assists medical/nursing staff with tasks or diagnostic/therapeutic procedures appropriate to experience, training and skill level. Responds to patient inquires (both in person and by telephone) and relays information to the appropriate clinical staff based on the nature of the inquiry. Transports or accompanies patients as directed. Documents patient medications for medication reconciliation by history. Administers approved injections per appropriate protocol Indirect Patient Care Tasks Under direct supervision of clinical staff and following MD orders, completes requisitions for diagnostic tests/procedures. Assists in collection and processing of patient specimens. Performs and documents point of care specimen testing. Performs necessary follow-up to obtain laboratory/test results and other pertinent medical record information; records lab data. Maintains patient care environment in compliance with safety and infection control requirements including but not limited to ordering, stocking, and monitoring usage of linen, forms and supplies; disposal of soiled and used patient care supplies; sterilization of equipment. Performs and documents quality control tests on equipment as appropriate. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and maintains appropriate cleaning logs per policy Obtains pre-authorizations and referrals. Clerical Tasks Maintains medical records in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, reviews and prepares EHR to ensure completeness prior to patient exam, obtains missing documentation; documents medical visits, observations, and related activities Maintains patient files and medical records; extracts clinical/demographic information as required. Schedules patient appointments. Checks patients in and out, requisitions charts/studies, registers patients and activates accounts according to hospital procedures. Records lab data. Assists other staff with office reception and business support functions. Collects cash payments from patients and keeps accurate record of cash collections. Performs related duties as assigned. Participates or assists with initiatives to promote effective process design, development and implementation of EHR and other technologies; participates in improvement projects and on assigned committees Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.