jobs in North Park, IL

Nursing Jobs in North Park, IL

Overnight Caregiver

Always Best Care Glenview & The North Shore Skokie, IL

YOU TAKE CARE OF OTHERS — WE TAKE CARE OF YOU. About us: At Always Best Care, we believe seniors deserve to live safely and comfortably at home — and that starts with taking care of our caregivers first. We’re proud to be recognized as a 2026 Caring Star and Best of Home Care Employer of Choice, and we don’t take that lightly. Our caregivers are the heart of what we do, and we work hard to make sure you feel supported every step of the way. Serving: Glenview, Evanston, Wilmette, Northbrook, Skokie, Highland Park, Lake Bluff, and surrounding North Shore areas What You’ll Do: Provide compassionate care and support to seniors in their homes Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation Provide transportation to appointments and errands Support personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting) Assist with mobility and safe transfers Monitor client well-being and report changes Offer companionship and emotional support Engage clients through conversation and activities Follow care plans and safety guidelines What We’re Looking For: At least 1 year of professional caregiving experience Strong communication skills (English proficiency required) Two professional references Ability to pass a background check Driver’s license and insurance (preferred) Dependable, compassionate, and proactive What we offer: Competitive pay with consistent hours Daily Payouts Unlimited referral bonuses Paid training 401(k) with company match Paid time off Health, dental, and vision insurance options Flexible scheduling that works with your life 24/7 support from a responsive office team Complimentary uniform shirts Why Caregivers Choose Us: You’re treated with respect — not just scheduled and sent out You’ll have real support from our team, 24/7 We match you with clients where you can succeed Your work is recognized and appreciated Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Paid training Referral program Vision insurance Experience: Caregiving : 2 years (Required)

Special Procedures Nurse | Oncology Rapid Assessment Clinic | Part Time | Days

UChicago Medicine Hyde Park, IL

$40.95 - $76.94 / hour

Join one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic medical centers, University of Chicago Medicine , in a thought-driven role as a Special Procedures Nurse for our Oncology Rapid Assessment Clinic department at our Hyde Park location. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. Under the direction of an attending physician or a licensed independent practitioner, RN provides technically complex and high risk nursing care services to patients which may include one or more of the following categories: sedation, intravenous infusions, complex procedures. This may also include specialized monitoring during procedure and recovery phase; The RN may have Charge Nurse responsibility for his/her assigned unit. Essential Job Functions Represents The University of Chicago Medical Center (UCMC) in a positive manner with the prospective, former and current community we serve; interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and other customers of our services; demonstrates knowledge of the operating practices of UCMC Upholds the Mission Statement of UCMC: to provide superior health care in a compassionate manner, ever mindful of each patient’s dignity and individuality. To accomplish our mission, we call upon the skills and expertise of all who work together to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and further the knowledge of those dedicated to caring Handles confidential information consistent with Federal HIPAA legislation Performs a variety of clinical and research procedures with efficiency and high standards of quality; assures that the proper protocol is used for each sedation Provides patient care in a compassionate and empathetic manner; demonstrates knowledge of age-specific considerations in the provision of care. Involves a multidisciplinary team as needed to support patient and family psychological, social and spiritual needs Accurately completes required patient assessment, documentation, and interpretations for each patient encounter. Possesses sound professional judgment for timely physician intervention as needed. Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate actions, initiates appropriate life supporting interventions while communicating appropriately with physicians Maintains nursing equipment and work areas in proper working condition; reports malfunctioning equipment or housekeeping issues to the appropriate person. Maintains a neat and clean work area with equipment. Maintains adequate inventory control of all necessary supplies. Emergency equipment maintained with adequate availability, good working order and restocks as needed with a fiscal awareness and accountability Interfaces with customers, specifically patients, families, visitors, and UCMC staff in a professional, positive and accommodating manner; demonstrates knowledge of AIDET principles and employs in all situations; demonstrates flexibility in accommodating special needs of customers whenever possible Performs all required Quality Assurance testing as indicated or as required by UCMC Rotates to clinical areas as directed to assist in safe staffing ratios; utilizes resources to safely transport sedated patients to an appropriate or designated area within the UCMC The RN is expert in assessing and treating and evaluating patient conditions specific to their work area, e.g., anxiety, pain, claustrophobia and underlying disease conditions. Due to the complex nature of pain, RN will evaluate and treat pain in a prompt, caring fashion and reassess after each intervention, charting per UCMC protocol RN maintains hospital required nursing & ICU unit specific competencies needed to provide proficient nursing care; RN will provide continuity of care for infant, pediatric or adult patients based on area of specialty. This includes assisting in the care of critically ill patients during sedation/procedural encounters. Administering high-risk infusion and transfusion (i.e. chemotherapy medicines) Contributes to the Patient Services Sector/Outpatient Services Sector offering constructive suggestions for change and participating in the planning, implementation and evaluation of new and existing programs utilizing evidence based practice RN uses nursing knowledge to anticipate and plan for patient care needs. The RN understands and applies safety principles and serves as a resource to other healthcare personnel on patient care. RN knows the potential risks and complications from specialty procedures and can assist in the initial treatment of adverse effects in their area of expertise 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. Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the State of Illinois Current CPR, ACLS, and/or PALS Certifications Preferred Qualifications 3 or more years of chemotherapy administration experience preferred ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy card Experience working in a research environment Position Details Job Type/FTE: Part Time (0.6 FTE) Shift: Days – 2x 12 hour shifts 7a-7p (every other weekend and holidays) Unit/Department: Oncology Rapid Assessment Clinic (ORAC) CBA Code: Non-Union

Caregiver - Days, Evenings, Overnights | Live In or Come and Go

Visiting Angels Berwyn, IL

VISITING ANGELS—Home Caregiver Visiting Angels Are you a compassionate, dependable caregiver looking for flexible hours and meaningful one-on-one work? Visiting Angels is hiring experienced caregivers to provide non-medical home care for seniors in their homes. We are currently hiring for all shifts , including days, evenings, overnights, and weekends . This is a great opportunity for caregivers who enjoy building relationships, supporting seniors, and working in a more personal one-on-one setting. Why Caregivers Choose Visiting Angels One-on-one care in the client’s home Flexible scheduling based on your availability Attendance and performance-based pay increase opportunities Direct deposit Overtime pay and holiday pay Client mileage reimbursement Referral bonuses Supportive leadership team with 24-hour support Meaningful work with a positive, caring team Caregiver Responsibilities Provide companion care and support with daily routines Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene Help with mobility, walking, transfers, and physical assistance as needed Provide medication reminders Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation Assist with grocery shopping and personal errands Drive clients to and from appointments when needed Help seniors remain safe, comfortable, and independent at home Qualifications At least 1 year of senior care or caregiving experience required Must be 21 years of age or older Valid driver’s license required Must own or lease a reliable vehicle Proof of current auto insurance required Must be able to pass state and nationwide background checks Must be able to complete fingerprinting and drug screening About Visiting Angels Visiting Angels provides trusted non-medical home care services to seniors and others who need help with daily living. Our goal is to help clients maintain independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. We are looking for caregivers who are detail-oriented, trustworthy, and passionate about making a difference for seniors and their families. Apply today to start a rewarding career in home care with Visiting Angels. INDORL1

4 Hours Shift Caregiver

Always Best Care Glenview & The North Shore Evanston, IL

Full-time

1 week ago

Staff Nurse (RN), Adult Emergency Department - Full-Time, Nights

UChicago Medicine Hyde Park, IL

$40.95 - $76.94 / hour

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine , as a Staff Nurse in the Adult Emergency Room department. The Adult Emergency Department consists of 55 patient care rooms including a rapid assessment unit, six trauma/resuscitation suites and separate rooms for infection isolation, care of immune compromised patients, and psychiatric consultations. In the general care area, 45 rooms are fully equipped with critical care monitoring capabilities. The six trauma/resuscitation suites are immediately adjacent to the ambulance bay. The Adult Emergency Department champions its nurse's involvement in unit-based councils, quality initiatives, staff mentorship, and the pursuit of excellence in compassionately caring for a diverse population. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity . You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. A staff nurse is a registered professional nurse (RN) who manages patient centered care that is outcome directed. Patient centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards provide the foundation for the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care provided. The staff nurse assumes the primary responsibility and accountability for all patient care personally provided and that provided by those directly under her/his supervision. Essential Job Functions Utilizes appropriate assessment skills to determine patient needs. Develops a plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients. Provides input into the development of clinical paths with assigned Case Manager. Uses care plan and/or clinical path in providing patient care. Delegates as appropriate based on patient needs and competencies of staff. Competently performs patient care according to hospital policy and nursing practice within clinical specialty, as documented by the respective clinical skills inventory evaluation and completion of competency days. Evaluates care given and adjusts plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Documents appropriately in patient care records. Prepares and administers medication/treatment according to the physician's orders, utilizing professional knowledge base to assure patient safety. Works collaboratively with other patient care and multidisciplinary team members to provide patient centered care. Documents or ensures documentation of all of patient care from admission to discharge according to hospital policies. Incorporates discharge planning into clinical pathway or plan of care to provide patients with smooth transition from hospital to home. Provides cost-effective care by appropriate utilization of time, supplies and personnel. Evaluates patient care interventions and collaborates with all team members to make changes as necessary. Initiates and/or participates in patient care conferences. Assumes the responsibility to interact on a consistent basis with the patient and family providing coordination of the plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager. Promotes, has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychosocial and developmental needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Required Qualifications Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing Associate of Science in Nursing or higher Current Illinois RN license Active BLS Certification SANE - AA or SANE - P Certification: must be enrolled within 6 months of employment (18 months for new grad RNs). Obtaining and maintaining SANE certification within this role is a condition of employment Required Education: 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. Preferred Qualifications ED experience highly preferred. Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full-Time, (0.9FTE) Shift: Nights, 7p-730a, every other weekend required Work Location: Hyde Park Unit/Department: Adult Emergency Department CBA Code: NNU

In Home Caregiver - Live In or Come and Go - All shifts Available

Visiting Angels Wilmette, IL

VISITING ANGELS – Home Caregiver Flexible Scheduling | Live-In & Come-and-Go Opportunities | All Shifts Available Visiting Angels is hiring compassionate and dependable Caregivers to provide one-on-one, non-medical home care to seniors and individuals who need assistance with daily activities. We offer flexible scheduling, live-in and come-and-go opportunities, 24-hour support, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. Position Benefits: Competitive pay and opportunities for attendance and performance-based raises Flexible scheduling based on your availability Live-in and come-and-go opportunities All shifts available Direct deposit Overtime and holiday pay Client mileage reimbursement Referral bonuses 24-hour support from caring and organized leadership Meaningful work in a one-on-one home care environment Responsibilities: Provide compassionate in-home care and companionship to seniors and individuals who need daily assistance Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene Provide mobility assistance, including walking, transfers, and other physical activities Provide medication reminders as directed by the client's care plan Assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, and light housekeeping Run personal errands and provide transportation to and from appointments, when required Help clients maintain their independence, comfort, and quality of life in their homes Job Requirements: Valid driver's license, personal or leased vehicle, and current auto insurance, as required for applicable assignments Must be 21 years or older At least 1 year of senior care or caregiving experience Ability to pass required state/national background checks, state fingerprinting, and drug screening Dependable, compassionate, and trustworthy with a genuine interest in helping others About Visiting Angels Visiting Angels provides professional, non-medical home care services that help seniors and others maintain their independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. Our caregivers play an important role in supporting clients with daily activities while providing compassionate, dependable care. If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference in someone's life, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join the Visiting Angels team and start a rewarding career in home care! INDORL5

On call Caregiver

SYNERGY HomeCare Chicago, IL

$17 - $20 / hour

Experience the SYNERGY HomeCare difference, where we are united under one purpose, to bring wholehearted, life-energizing care to as many people as possible - on their own terms, in their own homes. And that starts with compassionate, care-minded people like YOU! When you join the SYNERGY HomeCare team as an on-call caregiver, you will feel appreciated, recognized, and rewarded for the comforting care that comes right from your heart! Our promise to our clients is to bring full support for fuller lives, knowing they can rely on high-quality childcare from a caregiver like you. Do you: Enjoy serving different types of clients? Have a big heart with a lot of love to share? Take charge with a warm smile? We always have an opening for an on-call caregiver who can answer yes to these questions. At SYNERGY HomeCare we create a world of care at home for all, which means as an on-call caregiver you will have the opportunity to care for a wide variety of clients, with various needs and requests. We are seeking on-call caregivers to join our independently owned and operated national agency to care for the vulnerable members of our community when their other caregivers cannot be there. SYNERGY HomeCare offers: Competitive pay Direct deposit Paid orientation and ongoing training Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays Flexible schedules Employee recognition programs As an On-call Caregiver with SYNERGY HomeCare, you will: Provide attention to clients’ non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement Assist client with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering shifts Meet a variety of clients and expand your experience If you want to join our outstanding team at SYNERGY HomeCare , apply today!

LPN

Full-time

1 week ago

LPN or RN

Briar Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Indian Head Park, IL

$36.50 - $41.50 / hour

(2nd Shift) JOB SUMMARY: Organize and assign all jobs to be done on his/her shift so that the work load is evenly divided among his/her employees on the basis of staff size and qualifications, pass medications at the appropriate times, and care for the clinical nursing needs of residents on his/her wing. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current Registered Professional Nurse's license in the State of Illinois or a Licensed Practical Nurse license. Must have working knowledge of general nursing. * Must be qualified to assume the position by training and /or previous experience of a supervisory status, preferably in a health care facility.* * Must possess the ability to make independent decisions and mature judgments.* * Must have the ability and the willingness to supervise and work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.* Must be able to read, write, and speak English in an understandable manner. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically and mentally capable of performing routine job duties. Excellence in all aspects of quality nursing including exceptional care. Good managerial, organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills. Leadership qualities that motivate and direct the nursing staff. Be personable with residents, families, and staff in a professional and cooperative manner. Must have compassion, tolerance, and understanding for the elderly. Knowledge of JCAHO, OBRA, IDPH, and HFS regulations related duties and responsibilities. MAIN DUTIES: Support the facility's philosophy of care and strive to achieve its goals and objectives. Be sensitive to residents' families and respond in an appropriate professional way as the situation requires. Assign all aides to residents, spelling out break times and all special duties to be completed. Supervise all aides in performing their duties by checking their work closely to ascertain that assignments have been completed. Administer all parenteral, intramuscular, and sub-cutaneous injections. Make daily rounds on the wing to ensure that individual Care Plans are being followed and assess each resident's status in accord with his/her Care Plan. Assist in updating the Care Plan every 30-90 days depending on the resident's condition. Recommend changes needed in staff as to number of aides and kind of work performed. Participate in staff meetings in order to keep staff performance at optimum level. Administer or supervise all treatments prescribed by physician such as: a) decubitis care b) foley catheter care c) hot and cold compounds d) intravenous care e) etc. Personally receive or place calls to physicians and transcribe all physician's orders. Administer all medications. Maintain a current and annual report of narcotics received and used. Daily review the documentation of dispensing controlled substances and narcotics. Reviews the records no less than weekly, or sooner if a discrepancy is noted, to ascertain that they are properly counted and documented from shift to shift utilizing EMR system. Order and give all new medications and chart same when done using the EMR system. Direct charting in his/her shift and make monthly detailed evaluation of all resident charting so that charts reflect progress and condition of residents in the EMR system. Be responsible for well-being and nursing care of all residents assigned to his/her unit while on duty. Contact families regarding significant decline in resident's status or transfer to hospital documenting contact in the EMR. Make rounds and observe individual residents who are experiencing episodes of acute illness, deterioration in health status, recent injury, recovering from surgery, etc., so as to be acquainted with the resident's status, both physically and emotionally and to ascertain that the staff is rendering proper care. At all times abide by policies of the facility and ascertain that employees under his/her supervision do the same. Supervise serving of prescribed diets and fluid intake (it is acceptable to document only deviations from normal) and report persistent unresolved problems to the DON. Ensure that all medications and treatments are charted by the person administering the medication or completing the treatment on his/her assigned shift (EMR system). Prepare incident/accident reports, events and observations using the EMR system. Ensure that a copy of the medical records or an abstract of them are forwarded with the transfer of residents to a hospital or other health care facility. Detect and correct situations that have a high probability of causing accidents or injuries to residents and/or staff. Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and free of hazardous conditions, i.e. spills, excess carts, etc. and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored while working, as well as before leaving such areas for breaks, meal times, and end of the work day. Assure that established infection control and universal precaution practices are maintained when performing nursing procedures. Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies. Report all equipment malfunctions and breakdowns to the ADON as soon as possible and keep the ADON informed of supply needs and equipment needing replacement. Maintain the confidentiality of resident information and honor his/her personal and property rights. Attend nursing department, Care Plan, and other meetings as directed by the DON or ADON. Turn in Days Off and payroll special request forms, supply sheets, in a timely fashion. Follow established fire, disaster, safety, infection control and evacuation policies and procedures. Perform other related duties as directed by the DON, ADON, or the Administrator. Job Type: Full-time/Part Time

LPN

Full-time

1 week ago

Licensed Practical Nurse

Central Nursing Home Chicago, IL

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Central Nursing Home – Chicago, IL Central Nursing Home is seeking compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our nursing team. Our LPNs play an important role in providing quality, resident-centered care while working collaboratively with CNAs, nursing leadership, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. We currently have opportunities available across AM, PM, and NOC shifts . What We Offer Next Day Pay available Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Supportive and team-oriented work environment Training and professional growth opportunities Opportunities to develop nursing and leadership experience Responsibilities Provide safe and appropriate nursing care to residents Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility policies Monitor residents and promptly report changes in condition Complete accurate and timely nursing documentation Assist with the development and implementation of resident care plans Supervise and appropriately delegate responsibilities to CNAs Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and members of the interdisciplinary team Collaborate with the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, and other nursing leadership Maintain resident dignity, privacy, safety, and quality of care Follow facility policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements Perform additional nursing duties as assigned Qualifications Current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Illinois Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills Ability to supervise and appropriately delegate to nursing staff Dependable, professional, and committed to resident-centered care Must meet applicable health and background requirements Schedule Available shifts include: AM: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM PM: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM NOC: 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM Rotating weekends and weekend availability may be required Work Setting Skilled Nursing Facility | Long-Term Care Central Nursing Home is committed to providing quality care in a professional and supportive environment. We are looking for LPNs who value teamwork, resident dignity, and providing dependable nursing care.

Full-time

1 week ago

Registered Nurse-Emergency Department-Night

Endeavor Health Highland Park, IL

$37.25 - $57.74 / hour

Hourly Pay Range: $37.25 - $57.74 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Registered Nurse - Emergency Department-Night Endeavor Health is currently conducting a comprehensive review of our compensation structure. The new minimum for this role will be adjusted to $37.25 base pay hourly rate beginning with the second paycheck in October. Position Highlights: Position: Registered Nurse Location: Highland Park Hospital Full Time: 36 hours per week Hours: Night shift(7pm-7:30am) w/ rotating weekends What you will need: License: Current professional Nursing Licensure in the State of IL required Education: BSN degree preferred Certification: BLS/CPR certification for the Healthcare Provider required Experience: Minimum 1-year current hospital nursing experience preferred What you will do: Provide nursing care to all patient populations in the department Utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating the patient plan of care Maintain regulatory compliance in individual practice Assume responsibility, accountability and authority for outcomes of nursing care Guide and direct assigned unlicensed nursing personnel in delivering patient care Positively contributing to safety outcomes and promoting high quality patient experience Benefits: Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options, including Domestic Partner Coverage Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

Psych

Full-time

1 week ago

Registered Nurse 2 (Inpatient Psych Unit-8 Hour Shifts)-30402

Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL

$40.05 - $61.28 / hour

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: 13 Kellogg-Adult Psych Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 4 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (3:00:00 PM - 11:30:00 PM) Infrequent rotation, every other weekend and holidays. Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $40.05 - $61.28 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 RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN 2 continues to consult with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. The RN 2 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other Information Qualifications Knowledge: Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required. Maintain current BLS certification. Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher (except RN1s hired and already working at Rush University Medical Center before October, 2012). All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer into Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group. May accept Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until approved number of ADN hires by Chief Nursing Officer is met with the following stipulations: Baccalaureate degree must be earned within timeframe outlined in the ADN Condition of Employment. ii. All Conditions of Employment as outline in Offer Letter must be met. Failure to do so will result in termination. Skills Analytical ability is required. Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach. Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations. Abilities Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift. Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs. The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required. Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents. Responsibilities Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives, research and evidence based activities. Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action. Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to address. Communicates current evidence-based information with peers. Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes. Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families. Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families. Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences. Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively. Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care. Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications. Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk. Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families. Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit. Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care. Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes. Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals. 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.

Full-time

1 week ago

Registered Nurse 1, Gen Surg (13W), Day Shift-30271

Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL

$37.50 - $57.19 / hour

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: 13W-spine ortho ENT plastic Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 7:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $37.50 - $57.19 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. This position is eligible for the $5,000 sign on bonus! Summary The RN 1 is a beginning level nurse who utilizes a scientific and theoretical knowledge base along with policy and procedures, standards of care and protocols to guide practice. The RN 1 relies on the experience, judgment and support of others while developing knowledge in practice. The RN 1 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Qualifications Other information: Knowledge Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required. Maintain current BLS certification. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) (New graduates must have acceptance into an accredited school of nursing within 6 months from date of hire, Within 1 year from the date of hire, employee must be enrolled in a BSN program. RNs hired prior to 10/22/2020 are grandfathered in with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or diploma in nursing, with no further need to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BAN or BSN). Chief Nursing Officer must provide approval for any RNs with ADN degree hired after 10/22/2020, based upon unit need. ADN RNs hired after 10/22/2020 must show continued enrolment towards a BSN degree with a signature of contract stipulating a BSN degree must be completed within 3 years of hire, Failure to do so will result in termination. ADN RNS are not eligible for leveling to RN3. Abilities Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift. Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs. The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required. Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents. Responsibilities Seeks out resources to assist in the management of new patient situations. Uses evidence based guidelines (P&P, nursing standards of care, protocols and pathways) consistently. Supports a hospital wide innovation to achieve positive outcomes. Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes Treats patients and families with respect and a sensitivity for diverse viewpoints and cultures. Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team. Works effectively with other professional nurses through mutual support and respect. Demonstrates beginning collaboration skills to meet the needs of patients and families. Utilizes beginning assessment skills to evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patient/family. Uses scientific and theoretical knowledge to develop and implement the plan of care for assigned patients with support from experienced staff. Recognizes a change in patient status and seeks appropriate resources to address concerns. Uses medical devices safely and effectively in the delivery of patient care and seeks guidance when needed. Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications. Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk and seeks guidance when needed. Applies the teaching-learning process effectively to meet the learning needs of patients and families. Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals with guidance. Supports unit goals and change initiatives. Demonstrates beginning delegation skills to meet the needs of patients. 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.

Seeking Female Caregiver Bilingual Spanish and English

SYNERGY HomeCare Chicago, IL

$18.75 / hour

Experience the SYNERGY HomeCare difference, where we are united under one purpose, to bring wholehearted, life-energizing care to as many people as possible - on their own terms, in their own homes. And that starts with compassionate caregivers like YOU! When you join the SYNERGY HomeCare team, you will feel appreciated, recognized, and rewarded for the comforting, life-affirming care that comes right from your heart! Our promise to our clients is to bring the full support for fuller lives and to elevate their confidence knowing they have a caregiver like you by their side. Do you: Enjoy serving others? Have a big heart with a lot of love to share? Take charge with a warm smile? We always have an opening for caregivers who can answer yes to these questions. At SYNERGY HomeCare we create a world of care at home for all, which means you will have the opportunity to care for a wide variety of people; spanning all ages and all abilities. We are seeking caregivers to join our independently owned and operated national agency. SYNERGY HomeCare offers: Direct deposit Paid orientation and ongoing training Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays Flexible schedules and matching caregivers with nearby clients Employee recognition programs As a Caregiver with SYNERGY HomeCare, you will: Provide attention to clients’ non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement Assist client with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering shifts Caregiver Benefits include: Sick time/Pto If you would like to join our outstanding team at SYNERGY HomeCare, apply today! https://13522.axiscare.com/?caregivers-applications.php&applicationId=1297

Bilingual Caregiver (Spanish)

SYNERGY HomeCare Oak Lawn, IL

$16 - $20 / hour

Do you: ¿Lee, habla y comprende bien el inglés? Enjoy serving others? ¿Eres un cuidador/ra? Have a big heart with a lot of love to share? Take charge with a warm smile? If you answered “yes” to these questions, we want to connect with you. Apply today to join our team of dedicated professionals and to provide companionship to people of all ages and abilities. SYNERGY HomeCare offers: Competitive pay ($16-$20/hr) Direct deposit Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays Benefits -- AFLAC, AVIBRA As a caregiver with SYNERGY HomeCare, you will: Provide attention to clients’ non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement Assist client with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering shifts Experience the SYNERGY HomeCare difference. Independently owned and operated, SYNERGY HomeCare is an award-winning agency that is set apart in its dedication to provide person-centered care to those who need it most. We are seeking companionship caregivers who are eager to make a difference in their community. If you would like to join our outstanding team at SYNERGY HomeCare, apply today!

Outpatient

Full-time

1 week ago

Nurse Practitioner – Cardiac Support

Prime Healthcare Chicago, IL

$120,000 - $140,000 / year

Overview Job Title: Nurse Practitioner – Cardiac Support | Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group | Chicago, IL Location: St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital Employment Type: Full-Time Facility: Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group Overview: Prime Healthcare is currently hiring a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to support our cardiology team in Chicago, IL. This position offers the chance to work in a high-acuity cardiac care setting alongside board-certified cardiologists, providing outpatient and limited inpatient care to patients with cardiovascular conditions. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: • Conduct patient assessments and cardiac evaluations• Manage chronic cardiac conditions such as CHF, CAD, arrhythmias, and post-MI care• Assist with medication management, lifestyle counseling, and patient education• Collaborate with cardiologists to monitor and adjust treatment plans• Support post-discharge follow-up and transitional care What We Offer: • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits• Daytime schedule with limited weekends or call• Collegial work environment with advanced technologies and excellent support staff• Career growth opportunities within a nationally recognized healthcare system Qualifications • Current Nurse Practitioner license in Illinois• Certification as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with cardiology experience• At least 1 year of experience in cardiology or internal medicine preferred• ACLS and BLS certification required Pay Transparency Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $120,000-$140,000 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf Privacy Notice The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Medical Assistant, Cardiology - Full-Time, Days

UChicago Medicine Chicago, IL

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine Medical Group , as a Medical Assistant at our River East clinic. Here, you will work alongside our Cardiology team. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. Located in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood, UChicago Medicine River East is a state-of-the-art outpatient center featuring a wide range of care services. In addition to those listed below, we offer infusion therapy, lab services, and radiology services, including CT, MRI, mammography, X-ray, DEXA scan and ultrasound. A Medical Assistant, UCM Care Network, is an employee who performs a wide variety of patient care services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, mid-level provider or physician in an office setting. Essential Job Functions Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking transfers, dressing, collecting specimens (drawing blood, if required by practice), preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting physicians/nurses with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls, and providing pertinent information Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned that may include sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed; (receptionist coverage, when required by practice); scheduling appointments; (billing and coding for insurance purposes, if required by practice); verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; (collecting co-pays and documenting receipt, if required by practice); managing and updating charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned that may include setting up instruments and equipment according to practice protocols; cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; cleaning sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; and restocking exam/procedure rooms Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned including respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisor Fulfills clinical medical assisting responsibilities that vary according to state law, which may include medical/surgical asepsis, sterilization, instrument wrapping and autoclaving; checking vital signs or mensuration; physical examination preparations; clinical pharmacology; drug administration through various routes including injections (immunizations for various age groups); prescription verifications with physician’s orders; minor surgery assists including surgical tray set-up pre/post-surgical care, applying dressings, and suture removal; biohazard waste disposal and monitoring; therapeutic modalities; instructing patients with assistive devices, body mechanics, and home care; laboratory procedures including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines; quality control methods; CLIA-waived testing; capillary punctures and venipunctures; specimen handling such as urine, throat, vaginal, stool, and sputum; electrocardiography including mounting, emergency triage, and first aid. Medical assistants must adhere to the MA scope of practice in the laboratory Performs other duties assigned Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Graduate of a certified program for Medical Assistants Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) Phlebotomy training; Phlebotomist license and work experience, if required by practice Minimum of one year of recent experience working in a medical office/facility Experience with practice specialty Able to partner with teams in small to large practice groups Certified Medical Assistant Preferred Qualifications Considerable skill in communicating verbally, determining priorities, and in organizing work; ability to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system General working knowledge of PC: Excel, Microsoft Word for Windows, and EPIC Computerized appointment scheduling experience Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced environment Considerable skill in handling sensitive public contacts with discretion, tact and courtesy when dealing with patients, coworkers and physicians Physical ability to perform stocking, lifting and transporting supplies and instruments Experience in Dermatology Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full-Time 1.0 FTE Shift: Days - 7:30 am - 6 pm Work Location: Onsite - River East Unit/Department: Cardiology CBA Code: Non-Union In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the day shift, between the hours of 7:30 am - 6:00 pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 90% at the River East Clinic and 10% at various offsite locations. The days of the week that you are scheduled will vary depending on the week, but we anticipate that you will be scheduled to work on weekends (Saturday) once a month.

Medical Assistant (South Shore) - Full Time, Days

UChicago Medicine Hyde Park, IL

$24.33 - $28.37 / hour

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, the University of Chicago Medical Center , as a Medical Assistant with our South Shore Senior Center . UChicago Medicine’s South Shore Senior Center offers comprehensive primary and specialty care for adults age 65 and older. We are the only medical center on Chicago’s South Side focused exclusively on the health care needs of aging adults. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity . You must be based in the greater Chicagoland area. A Medical Assistant is an employee who performs a wide variety of patient care services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice nurse (APN), or physician. Such services can involve therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures. Essential Job Functions Knows and practices The University of Chicago Hospitals Pride Values and Patient-Centered Care Definition and Principles. Performs any or all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the registered nurse or physician and within the scope of the Nursing Policies and procedures. Appropriately implements and documents patient and family education as delegated by the RN or physician. Obtains and records vital signs. Assists the care provider with patient examinations or diagnostic procedures. Performs tests, i.e., pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and hemocults etc, specific to the patient population. Documents all aspects of patient care according to hospital policies and procedures. Performs phlebotomy services. Assists with collection of specimens. Performs labeling and logging of specimens in compliance with hospital standards. Assists patients with dressing and undressing when necessary. Administers medication as ordered by a physician or APN. Appropriately discards expired medications/supplies monthly. Communicates all changes in the patient's biophysical and emotional status to the Registered Nurse or Physician. Promotes, has knowledge of, and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychological, and developmental needs of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Utilizes computers to obtain information and schedule appointments. Collects, washes, prepares, and monitors instruments and equipment in compliance with hospital standards. Transports, lifts, and assists patients in wheelchairs, stretchers, and examining tables. Leaves exam room clean and stocked. Contact EVS as appropriate. For minor physical plant problems, fill out work orders and obtain appropriate signature. Empty needle boxes as needed. Clean instruments and scopes. Assure clean and sterile supplies are stocked separately. Wipe out cabinets. Ensure linen is covered. Check schedule regularly, monitor waiting room and exam rooms, carry out physician orders promptly, and assist patients as necessary to facilitate a positive visit. Ensure patient care areas are always in regulatory compliance with JCAHO and CLIA. Incorporates cost-effective measures into practice to ensure proper use of time, supplies, and personnel. Participates in staff meetings and departmental projects as required. Assists with the orientation of new employees. Assists with data collection for research studies as requested. Typing and chart/result filing as assigned. Performs other duties assigned. Required Qualifications High School diploma and/or GED equivalent from an accredited school Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association Phlebotomy training Graduate of a certified program for Medical Assistants Considerable skill in communicating verbally, in determining priorities, and in organizing work; ability to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system Considerable skill in handling sensitive public contacts with discretion, tact, and courtesy when dealing with patients, coworkers, and physicians Physical ability to perform stocking, lifting, and transporting supplies and instruments General working knowledge of PC. Excel, Microsoft Word for Windows, OASIS, and EPIC a plus Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications Computerized appointment scheduling experience Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Shift: Days Work Location: Onsite – South Shore Senior Center Unit/Department: South Shore Senior Center CBA Code: Non-Union

CNA

Full-time

1 week ago

CNA Certified Nursing Assistant

Saba Health Care Chicago Ridge, IL

$18 - $20 / hour

Benefits include: Competitive wages, flexible shifts, 401k, advancement opportunities, and a positive work environment. Also available: health, vision, dental, and life insurance. And..... the ABSOLUTE BEST working environment you could ever imagine being a part of!! JOB SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to assist the nurses in the providing of resident care primarily in the area of the daily living routine. QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold a current Certified Nurse's Assistant certificate in the State of Illinois. A high school diploma is preferred. Must have the ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel. Must be able to read, write, and speak English in an understandable manner. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically and mentally capable of performing routine, repetitive job duties. Show willingness to provide good nursing care. Be considerate, pleasant, and professional in the performance of his/her duties. Must have compassion, tolerance, and understanding for the residents of the facility. Knowledge of JCAHO, OBRA, IDPH, and HFS regulations as related to duties. MAIN DUTIES: Support the facility's philosophy of care and strive to achieve its goals and objectives. Be sensitive to residents' families and respond in an appropriate professional way as the situation requires. Carry out assignments for resident care including (but not limited to): a) bathing b) dressing c) grooming d) shaving e) feeding f) restorative nursing procedures g) retraining Keep residents' bed, dresser, bathroom, and general living area clean and tidy. Answer call lights promptly. Help check in all new residents and re-admissions, as well as assist in the transfer of residents to different rooms. Put resident's clothing away properly. Report any changes in resident's condition--e.g. eating habits, behavior, temperature, etc. to the charge nurse of the unit. Turn bedridden residents every two (2) hours or sooner as indicated. Wash, clean, and dry all incontinent residents. Assist the treatment nurse as assigned. Complete assignment report to charge nurse at the end of every shift. Be responsible for well-being and nursing care of all residents assigned to his/her unit while on duty. Take vital signs and monthly weights (with assistance) and record results in EMR. Document the following in the EMR for all assigned residents: a) vital signs b) weight c) meal monitoring d) bowl and bladder e) restorative records Detect and report situations that have a high probability of causing accidents or injuries to residents and/or staff. Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and free of hazardous conditions, i.e. spills, excess carts, etc. and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored while working, as well as before leaving such areas for breaks, meal times, and end of the work day. Assure that established infection control and universal precaution practices are maintained when performing nursing procedures. Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies. Assure that equipment is cleaned and prepared for the next shift. Assure that work schedules are followed. Maintain the confidentiality of resident information and honor his/her personal and property rights. Attend nursing department, Care Plan, and other meetings as directed by the DON or ADON. Attend and participate in in-service educational classes and on-the-job training programs as scheduled or as directed. Turn in Days Off and payroll special request forms in a timely manner. Follow established fire, disaster, safety, infection control, and evacuation policies and procedures. Perform other related duties as directed by the DON, ADON, charge nurse, or the Administrator. Job Type: Full-time, Part Time

Medical Assistant (MA) - Orthopedic Surgery Clinic

Advocate Aurora Health Lake View East, IL

$21.85 - $32.80 / hour

Department: 02408 AMG Chicago N Sheffield - Surgery: Orthopedics Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Schedule Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 2 Rotating Saturdays/month required: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM No Holidays required Main Locations 3021 N. Sheffield Ave 1435 N. Webster Ave Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80 Job Description Summary: Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. Medical Assistants must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality. They are expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and compassion during all interactions. Where You Will Work : Advocate Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health , one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive. We’re Looking For: High School Diploma or GED required. Must have a medical assistant diploma or 2 years of medical assistant experience or be a certified MA with 2 years of medical assistant experience, to qualify. Prior Ortho Surg experience preferred. What You’ll Do: Schedule: Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Rotating Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (2 Saturday a Month). No holidays required. Will split time between Chicago, IL - 3021 N Sheffield Ave and Chicago, IL - 1435 W Webster Ave. As a Medical Assistant , you’ll play a vital role in the care team – supporting providers, connecting with patients, and helping ensure a seamless, compassionate experience every day. As a key member of the ambulatory care team, you will: Welcome patients and support their transition into care. Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings. Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures. Administer medications and vaccines as directed. Perform lab-related tasks including specimen collection and point-of-care testing. Document care accurately in the electronic health record. Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. About This Location: Advocate Health’s Orthopedic Care team in Chicago provides comprehensive musculoskeletal care. Our teams at 3021 N Sheffield Ave and 1435 W. Webster Ave., specializes in treating orthopedic injuries and conditions, including joint pain, arthritis, sports injuries, fractures, and back pain. With expert physicians and clinical staff, advanced treatment options, and integrated rehabilitation services, we are committed to helping patients regain mobility and return to the activities they enjoy. Your feedback matters. Every teammate’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions. Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines. Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed. May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. Physical Abilities Testing may be required. Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Telemetry

Other

1 week ago

Registered Nurse RN - Acute Telemetry

Prime Healthcare Chicago, IL

$35.35 - $53.58 / hour

Bonus Amount 5,000 Bonus Information Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process. Overview Department: Acute Telemetry Schedule: Nights, 7:00pm - 7:30am, 12-Hour Shifts Facility: Resurrection Medical Center Location: 7435 W Talcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60631 Responsibilities The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the DOU. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients. He/She communicates with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality. Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Current and valid State RN License. 2. Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current. 3. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Facility Specific Requirements (as applicable, required): 4. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. Pay Transparency Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $53.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. Employment Status Part Time < 60 Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Full-time

1 week ago

Registered Nurse (RN)

Aperion Care Wesley Chicago, IL

$40 - $45 / hour

Registered Nurse (RN) - Aperion Care Wesley About Aperion Care Wesley At Aperion Care, we provide a deeper level of personal caring. Because that's who we are. Our mission is to offer a level of personal caring that goes well beyond providing post-hospital rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care. We strive to get to know each resident on a personal level, understanding their motivations, connecting with their family, and taking on their goals as our own. Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at Aperion Care Wesley in Chicago, Illinois. As a Registered Nurse with our organization, you will have the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. This is a full-time position with a Both schedule. Responsibilities Provide direct patient care to residents with various medical conditions, including post-hospital rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care Develop and implement individualized care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless communication and coordination of care Monitor and report changes in resident condition to the medical director and other healthcare professionals Document resident care and progress in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies Participate in quality improvement initiatives to promote excellence in patient care Other duties as assigned About the Role As a Registered Nurse with Aperion Care Wesley, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Our team is dedicated to providing a deeper level of personal caring, and we are seeking a like-minded individual who shares our passion for compassionate care. How to Apply If you are a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, please consider joining our team at Aperion Care Wesley. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please apply today! APERJOBS

ICU

Full-time

1 week ago

Advanced Practice Provider, APRN or PA-C, Critical Care/Intensivist, CVTU, Oak Lawn

Advocate Aurora Health Oak Lawn, IL

$54.90 - $82.35 / hour

Department: 04081 AMG Christ - Critical Care: Intensivist Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Advocate Aurora Health is committed to advancing our mission of building lifelong relationships with patients by delivering exceptional health outcomes and the highest level of service through a fully integrated approach to care and wellness. We envision a future where Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) thrive in a supportive environment—equipped with the resources they need and empowered with meaningful opportunities to share feedback and shape the growth of our shared practice. Advocate Christ Medical Center is seeking full-time Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants to work in their CVTU, which is a 24-bed medical cardiac ICU. This dynamic team operates under a 24/7 staffing model that integrates Intensivists and APPs to provide expert care for high-acuity patients. Our CVTU manages complex cases and patient populations including: Cardiogenic shock Advanced Heart Failure LVAD Heart Transplant Pulmonary Hypertension Post-Cardiac Arrest Post-Cath Lab Patients You will have the opportunity to be privileged in procedures such as arterial line, central line, dialysis catheter, and pulmonary artery catheter insertions and manage mechanical circulatory support devices such as IABPs and Impellas. Schedule & Coverage: 3–12-hour shifts per week over Days, Nights, Weekends and Holidays Staffing Model Day Shift: 1 Attending Physician + 4 APPs APPs are responsible for a fourth of the patient census, or ~6 patients Night Shift: 1 Attending + 2 APPs APPs are responsible for half of the patient census, or ~13 patients Flexible staffing includes critical care fellows, cardiology fellows, residents, and APP fellows designed to support patient acuity and team collaboration What We Offer: Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package CME allowance to support your professional growth This is an outstanding opportunity to work in a collaborative, high-performance environment dedicated to excellence in cardiovascular care. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of heart health. Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35 MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical responsibilities: Assesses, diagnoses, and determines/alters treatment and management plans appropriate for age, acuity and clinical condition. This includes ordering, performing, and interpreting appropriate diagnostic studies and prescription of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and therapies. Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives. Provides health promotion, disease prevention and disease management counseling and education of patients and families. Manages patients as part of an interdisciplinary team and within scope of practice. Seeks physician or other healthcare team member consultation or referrals as appropriate. Escalates need for more emergent or specialized care when necessary. Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing practices. Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team and/or health or community agencies. Performs office or hospital procedures in accordance with specialty practice, competency and granted privileges (where applicable). Other responsibilities: Participates in quality, safety, and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary. Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals. Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization. Maintains standards of productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED License/Registration/Certification Required: Active RN, and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP or other APRN license(s) in state(s) of practice, OR Active PA license(s) in the state(s) of practice AND Active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse national board certification in area of clinical practice and populations served, OR Active PA national board certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, AND Active DEA registration prior to hire, AND If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire, AND Active BLS and ACLS prior to or within 6 months of hire Education Required: Master’s Degree in Nursing OR Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Experience Required: No experience required Qualifications Required: Nurse practitioners must have an Adult Acute Care Certification from the AACN (ACNPC-AG) or ANCC (AGACNP-BC) Note: Family Nurse Practitioners (FNP) are not eligible for this role KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team. Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record. Excellent communication skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others. Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday. Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing. Must be able to: Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist. Lift up to 20 lbs over the head. Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. Operate all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Outpatient

Contract

1 week ago

Radiology Registered Nurse

Prime Healthcare Chicago, IL

$43 / hour

Overview Department: Radiology Schedule: Per Diem (As needed) Facility: Resurrection Medical Center Location: 7435 W Talcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60631 Why Work as a Radiology RN at Resurrection Medical Center? Facilitate High-Quality Procedural Care: Manage a diverse caseload in an outpatient imaging environment, focusing on pre- and post-procedural nursing care, conscious sedation monitoring, and patient safety during advanced diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, Ultrasound, and Interventional Radiology). Build Meaningful Patient Relationships: Provide vital clinical support, patient education, and compassionate reassurance to patients navigating complex diagnostic procedures and specialized imaging paths. Utilize Specialized Clinical Space: Work in a modern, fully equipped medical imaging department alongside leading radiologists, utilizing advanced technology and evidence-based nursing interventions. Responsibilities The Radiology Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process. The Radiology Registered Nurse provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Radiology Nurse works collaboratively within a multi-disciplinarily team and is responsible for providing the highest quality nursing care and service excellence in the continuum of care. The Radiology Registered Nurse works in support of the Radiologist, providing assistance in the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Assists with the maintenance of equipment and inventory. Assesses procedure room or equipment functioning and readiness. Responsible for adherence to regulations, standards and hospital or unit policies and procedures and participation in Performance Improvement activities, department meetings and in-services. Acts as a resource for other personnel as appropriate. Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Current and valid state RN License. 2. Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current. 3. Current ACLS Certification 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 4. Certified Radiology Nurse (CRN) preferred. 5. One (1) year of acute clinical Radiology Nursing experience preferred. 6. Ventilator Management experience preferred. 7. Conscious Sedation Monitoring competency within 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 8. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Pay Transparency Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is a flat rate of $43.00 The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/ Employment Status Per Diem Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Full-time

1 week ago

Staff Nurse (RN), Adult Emergency Department - Full-Time, Days

UChicago Medicine Chicago, IL

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine , as a Staff Nurse in the Adult Emergency Room department. The Adult Emergency Department consists of 55 patient care rooms including a rapid assessment unit, six trauma/resuscitation suites and separate rooms for infection isolation, care of immune compromised patients, and psychiatric consultations. In the general care area, 45 rooms are fully equipped with critical care monitoring capabilities. The six trauma/resuscitation suites are immediately adjacent to the ambulance bay. The Adult Emergency Department champions its nurse's involvement in unit-based councils, quality initiatives, staff mentorship, and the pursuit of excellence in compassionately caring for a diverse population. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity . You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. A staff nurse is a registered professional nurse (RN) who manages patient centered care that is outcome directed. Patient centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards provide the foundation for the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care provided. The staff nurse assumes the primary responsibility and accountability for all patient care personally provided and that provided by those directly under her/his supervision. Essential Job Functions Utilizes appropriate assessment skills to determine patient needs. Develops a plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients. Provides input into the development of clinical paths with assigned Case Manager. Uses care plan and/or clinical path in providing patient care. Delegates as appropriate based on patient needs and competencies of staff. Competently performs patient care according to hospital policy and nursing practice within clinical specialty, as documented by the respective clinical skills inventory evaluation and completion of competency days. Evaluates care given and adjusts plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Documents appropriately in patient care records. Prepares and administers medication/treatment according to the physician's orders, utilizing professional knowledge base to assure patient safety. Works collaboratively with other patient care and multidisciplinary team members to provide patient centered care. Documents or ensures documentation of all of patient care from admission to discharge according to hospital policies. Incorporates discharge planning into clinical pathway or plan of care to provide patients with smooth transition from hospital to home. Provides cost-effective care by appropriate utilization of time, supplies and personnel. Evaluates patient care interventions and collaborates with all team members to make changes as necessary. Initiates and/or participates in patient care conferences. Assumes the responsibility to interact on a consistent basis with the patient and family providing coordination of the plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager. Promotes, has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychosocial and developmental needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Required Qualifications Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing Associate of Science in Nursing or higher Current Illinois RN license Active BLS Certification SANE - AA or SANE - P Certification: must be enrolled within 6 months of employment (18 months for new grad RNs). Obtaining and maintaining SANE certification within this role is a condition of employment Required Education: 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. Preferred Qualifications ED experience highly preferred. Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full-Time, (0.9FTE) Shift: Days, 7a-730p, every other weekend required Work Location: Hyde Park Unit/Department: Adult Emergency Department CBA Code: NNU

LPN

Full-time

1 week ago

LPN

Landmark of Lincoln Park (2) Chicago, IL

A.Role Responsibilities – Administrative Duties: 1.Directs the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations,and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility 2.Ensures that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and proceduresestablished by this facility 3.Reviews the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc. periodically and makesrecommendations for revisions 4.Meets with assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts' services,programs, and activities 5.Ensures that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects the day-to-day nursingprocedures performed in this facility 6.Ensures that all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing ServiceProcedures Manual 7.Makes written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required 8.Cooperates with other resident services when coordinating nursing services to ensure that theresident's total regimen of care is maintained 9.Ensures that all nursing service personnel are in compliance with their respective job descriptions 10.Participates in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's quality assuranceprogram for the nursing service department 11.Provides data to the Quality Assurance & Assessment Committee as requested 12.Participates in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may berequested 13.Reviews the resident's written discharge plan periodically and participates in the updating of theresident's written discharge plan as required 14.Assists in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as necessary 15.Interprets the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and governmentagencies as required 16.Completes accident/incident reports as necessary LPN 2 17. Writes resident charge slips and forward to the Business Office 18. Maintains the Daily Census Report and submit to the Business Office as required 19. Performs administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary B. Role Responsibilities – Charting and Documentation: 1. Completes and files required record keeping forms/charts upon the resident's admission, transfer, and/or discharge 2. Encourages attending physicians to review treatment plans, record and sign their orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies 3. Receives telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physicians' Order Form 4. Transcribes physician's orders to resident charts, cardex, and medication cards, treatment/care plans, as required 5. Charts nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident's response to the care 6. Charts all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents. Follow established procedures 7. Records new/changed diet orders and forwards information to the Dietary Department 8. Reports all discrepancies noted concerning physician's orders, diet change, charting error, etc., to the Nurse Supervisor 9. Fills out and completes transfer forms in accordance with established procedures 10. Ensures that appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges is entered in the resident's medical record in accordance with established procedures 11. Performs routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures 12. Signs and dates all entries made in the resident's medical record C. Role Responsibilities – Drug Administration: 1. Prepares and administers medications as ordered by the physician 2. Verifies the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment 3. Ensures that prescribed medication for one resident is not administered to another 4. Ensures that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents and reports needs to the Nurse Supervisor 5. Orders prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary, and in accordance with established policies 6. Ensures that narcotic records are accurate for your shift 7. Notifies the Nurse Supervisor of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted on your shift 8. Reviews medication cards for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician's order, and adherence to stop order policies 9. Notifies the attending physician of automatic stop orders prior to the last dosage being administered 10. Disposes of drugs and narcotics as required, and in accordance with established procedures D. Role Responsibilities – Personnel Duties: 1. Participates in employee performance evaluations, determining your shift's staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor concerning employee dismissals, transfers, etc. 2. Informs the Nurse Supervisor of staffing needs when assigned personnel fail to report to work and reports absentee call-ins 3. Reviews and evaluates your department's work force and make recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor 4. Develops work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such assignments 5. Provides leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift LPN 3 6. Makes daily rounds of your unit/shift to ensure that nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor 7. Ensures that all nurse aide trainees are under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse 8. Meets with your shift's nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or to improve services 9. Ensures that department personnel, residents, and visitors follow the department's established policies and procedures at all times 10. Reviews complaints and grievances made or filed by your assigned personnel. Make appropriate reports to the Nurse Supervisor as required or as may be necessary 11. Ensures that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to any protected class under federal or state law 12. Receives/gives the nursing report upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours E. Role Responsibilities – Nursing Care: 1. Informs nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc. 2. Ensures that rooms are ready for new admissions 3. Participates in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility 4. Makes rounds with physicians as necessary 5. Requests and arranges for diagnostic and therapeutic services, as ordered by the physician, and in accordance with our established procedures 6. Consults with the resident's physician in providing the resident's care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary 7. Reviews the resident's chart for specific treatments, medication orders, diets, etc., as necessary 8. Implements and maintains established nursing objectives and standards 9. Makes periodic checks to ensure that certified nursing assistants are properly administering prescribed treatments and to evaluate the resident's physical and emotional status 10. Cooperates with and coordinates social and activity programs with nursing service schedules 11. Notifies the resident's attending physician when the resident is involved in an accident or incident 12. Notifies the resident's attending physician and next-of-kin when there is a change in the resident's condition 13. Carries out restorative and rehabilitative programs, to include self-help and care 14. Inspects the nursing service treatment areas daily to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner 15. Administers professional services such as; catheterization, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, giving massages and range of motion exercises, care for the dead/dying, etc., as required 16. Uses restraints when necessary and in accordance with established policies and procedures 17. Obtains sputum, urine and other specimens for lab tests as ordered 18. Takes and records TPRs, blood pressures, etc., as necessary 19. Monitors seriously ill residents as necessary 20. Checks foods brought into the facility by the resident's family/visitors to ensure that it is within the resident's dietary allowances and reports problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor and Dietary Supervisor 21. Ensures that personnel providing direct care to residents are providing such care in accordance with the resident's care plan and wishes 22. Ensures that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently 23. Meets with residents, and/or family members, as necessary and reports problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor 24. Admits, transfers and discharges residents as necessary 25. Assists in arranging transportation for discharged residents as necessary LPN 4 26. Ensures that discharged residents are escorted to the pick-up area 27. Informs family members of the death of the resident 28. Calls funeral homes when requested by the family and ensures that established post-mortem procedures are followed. F. Role Responsibilities – Staff Development 1. Participates in developing, planning, conducting, and in-service training classes that provide instructions on "how to do the job," and ensures a well-educated nursing service department 2. Implements and maintains an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to your shift, its policies and procedures, and to his/her job position and duties 3. Assists in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished 4. Assists in training department personnel in identifying tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids 5. Attends and participates in outside training programs 6. Attends and participates in annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and bloodborne pathogens standard 7. Attends and participates in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status G. Role Responsibilities - Interpersonal Skills: 1. Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel, and support agencies 2. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances 3. Cooperates with inter-departmental personnel, as well as other facility personnel to ensure that nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents 4. Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a clam environment throughout the unit and shift 5. Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents’ needs 6. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors H. Role Responsibilities - Safety: 1. Monitors assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies 2. Ensures that established departmental policies and procedures, including dress codes, are followed by assigned nursing personnel 3. Ensures that assigned personnel participate in and conduct all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner 4. Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of the procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment 5. Ensures that all personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents 6. Reports missing/illegible labels and MSDSs to the safety officer or other designated person 7. Reports all accidents/incidents, safety violations, hazardous conditions, or defective equipment to supervisor 8. Reports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents 9. Follows established safety, fire, disaster, emergency, and evacuation policies and procedures 10. Uses only supplies/equipment trained to use and operates all equipment and use all supplies in a safe manner and according to established procedures LPN 5 I. Role Responsibilities – Infection Control & Sanitation: 1. Assists the Director and/or Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job-related functions to ensure that tasks in which there is potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded 2. Participates in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the infection control program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious diseases among the residents and personnel 3. Ensures that assigned personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary 4. Ensures that nursing personnel follow established procedures in the use and disposal of personal protective equipment 5. Ensures that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing such tasks 6. Ensures that an adequate supply of personal protective equipment is on hand and are readily available to personnel who perform procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids 7. Ensures that your unit's resident care rooms, treatment areas, etc., are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner 8. Ensures that assigned personnel follow established handwashing techniques in the administering of nursing care procedures 9. Ensures that your assigned work areas (i.e., nurses' stations, medicine preparation rooms, etc.) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner 10. Follows established isolation, personal protective equipment, and infection control precautions and procedures 11. Follows established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids 12. Demonstrates proper hand-washing techniques and disposes of waste properly J. Role Responsibilities – Equipment and Supplies: 1. Recommends to the Nurse Supervisor the equipment and supply needs of your unit/shift 2. Ensures that an adequate stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained on your unit/shift at all times to meet the needs of the residents 3. Participates in the development and implementation of the procedures for the safe operation of all nursing service equipment 4. Ensures that all personnel operate nursing service equipment in a safe manner 5. Monitors nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste K. Role Responsibilities – Care Plan: 1. Reviews care plans to ensure that appropriate care is being rendered 2. Informs the Nurse Supervisor of any changes that need to be made on the care plan 3. Ensures that your nurses' notes reflect that the care plan is being followed when administering nursing care or treatment 4. Reviews resident care plans for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs 5. Ensures that assigned certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are aware of the resident care plans 6. Assists the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers L. Role Responsibilities – Resident Care/Dignity: 1. Maintains the confidentiality of all resident care information LPN 6 2. Monitors nursing care to ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect 3. Ensures that all nursing care is provided in privacy and that nursing service personnel knock before entering the resident's room 4. Ensures that all nursing service personnel are knowledgeable of the residents' responsibilities and rights including the right to refuse treatment 5. Reviews complaints and grievances made by the resident and make a written/oral report to the Nurse Supervisor indicating what action(s) were taken to resolve the complaint or grievance. Follow the facility's established procedures 6. Maintains a written record of the resident's complaints and/or grievances that indicates the action taken to resolve the complaint and the current status of the complaint 7. Reports and investigates all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property 8. Ensures that nursing staff personnel honor the resident's refusal of treatment request and ensures that such requests are in accordance with the facility's policies governing advance directives EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 1. Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program 2. Participation in continuing education classes, workshops, and seminars affiliated with outside nursing organizations desirable 3. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN or LPN/LVN in this state 4. Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions 5. Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English 6. Must be able to handle stressful situations and be flexible and adaptable 7. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care 8. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel 9. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care 10. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents 11. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices 12. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition WORKING ENVIRONMENT: 1. Works in office areas as well as throughout the nursing service area (nurses’ stations, resident rooms) 2. Moves intermittently during working hours 3. Is subject to frequent interruptions 4. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors 5. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary 6. Is subject to call back during emergency conditions 7. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions to dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants 8. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB, AIDS, and Hepatitis B Virus 9. Is exposed to blood, body fluids, or tissues, and requires use of personal protective equipment 10. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals 11. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations LPN 7 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day 2. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position 3. Must be able to see and hear (with or without aid) to ensure that the requirements of this position can fully be met 4. Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace 5. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of thirty-five pounds 6. Must meet health assessment requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, including medical and physical examination, two stage Mantoux skin tests and one-step annually thereafter 7. Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations