Rush University Medical Center

Bilingual Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 - Breast Oncology - New Patient Intake-24592

$40.75 - $72.94 / hour
Location: 1520 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60607 Business Unit: RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center Department: Breast Oncology - New Patient Intake Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1.0 FTE) Work Schedule: 8-Hour Shifts - Monday to Friday Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $40.75 - $72.94 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 Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 is a registered nurse (RN) who works with physician practices and multi-disciplinary teams to promote the effective utilization of services and coordination of care for patients within the Cancer Center service line. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 contributes to the assessment of patients' psychosocial, financial and clinical needs throughout the continuum of care ensuring high quality care while supporting quality metrics of the Cancer Center and Rush University Medical Center The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 functions as a liaison between patients, physician practices, the hospital, and the community performing functions that meet the core competencies of oncology navigation; Care Coordination, Communication, Education, and Professional Role/Care as well as the domains of the Profession Practice Model; Relationships and Caring, Evidence Based Practice, Technical Expertise, Critical Thinking and Leadership. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 care may be focused in medical oncology, hematology, stem cell transplant, gyne-oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, cancer screening or supporting multi-disciplinary clinics. This RN exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Requirements Other information: Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required At least one year of nursing experience. Earned nursing degree of baccalaureate level of education or higher. Oncology nursing experience preferred Oncology nursing certification preferred Physical Demands Ability to travel throughout the Medical Center and some roles may require travel to other sites of care. Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities Relationships and Caring 1. Establishes a caring therapeutic relationship with patients and families utilizing effective communication while managing a defined patient caseload. Assesses patients for social determinants of health; utilizing findings to develop a plan of care and mutual goal setting. Serves as liaison for the patient, becoming an expert on the patient and their needs throughout the trajectory of their care from diagnosis to end of life or survivorship Advocates for patient and their families to ensure timely access to treatment and equal access to health care Collaborates with all members of the health care team in a positive, professional manner to ensure coordination of patient care. Serves as a reference regarding clinical trials and coordinates care with The clinical trial office Provides psycho-social support and Facilitates referrals and transitions of care ensuring effective utilization of internal and community resources Evidence-Based Practice Provides symptom managements utilizing guidelines/evidence based practice from oncology resources in collaboration with providers Performs role utilizing EBP within specialty established by nationally recognized oncology nursing associations, cancer societies and networks as well as published research and quality documents. Technical Expertise 1. Responds to patient questions and needs via various technology: “My Chart,” staff messages, telephone contact, etc. Coordinates/Schedules admissions, surgeries, laboratory testing, radiographic exam, and infusion. Performs basic administrative tasks related to role Establishes plan for venous access via assessment of peripheral veins. Performs nursing procedures per policy. Assists providers with procedures utilizing appropriate technique. Assesses patient and family learning style to provide ongoing education regarding diagnosis, staging, treatment, side effects and self-care. Provides detailed documentation in the electronic medical record to support assessment and interventions Critical Thinking 1. Reviews medical records to ensure completeness as applicable for patient diagnosis and staging. Requests additional medical records as needed Ensures new patients are scheduled for appropriate providers based upon assessment of patient and collaborates to alter plan as needed Assesses patients in person or remotely to evaluate current status and needs Provides telephone triage as defined by guidelines and in collaboration with provider coordinating care with infusion room, home health, urgent care or emergency department as required Recognizes changes in patient status and responds in a timely manner to optimize patient outcomes Prioritizes complex patient care based upon knowledge and clinical experience. Assesses patient compliance with treatment plan Leadership 1. Demonstrates accountability for professional practice, continuing education and progress toward achievement of goals Establishes and maintains expertise regarding disease, staging, current treatment options and management of adverse events. Serves as a liaison between practice and referral sources Participates in quality metric initiatives supporting optimal outcomes and value based metrics Assists in patient identification for tumor board, coordinates tumor board and participates in patient presentation and care plan development. Participates in the orientation and education of health care team members Serves as key member of multi-disciplinary team supporting patient cohesiveness, efficiency, and patient focused care. 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.
Rush University Medical Center

Assistant Unit Director RN PACU-26380

$51.26 - $91.76 / hour
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Perioperative Care Unit PrepP2 Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $51.26 - $91.76 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 Under the guidance and direction of the unit director, the Assistant Unit Director RN (AUD) is the clinical liaison and assistant business manager of a specific patient care unit(s). In the absence of the unit director, the Assistant Unit Director RN is the RN Unit Director designee. The Assistant Unit Director Registered Nurse implements initiatives in support of the unit vision and manages human, operational and organizational systems that support patient care. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other Information Required Job Qualifications: Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure. Consistent proficient performance at the RN 2 level or equivalent experience. Demonstrated progressive, proficient management and leadership skills. Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher (except AUDs hired before 01/2013). National Certification required within twelve months of hire. Demonstrates analytical ability. Ability to use electronic business programs and technology Demonstrates the ability to work in complex departmental systems or programs. Communication skills are required in order to lead, teach and persuade others. Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations. Work requires 24/7 responsibility for activities of the unit. Work requires the ability to assume the charge nurse role. Work requires the ability to take a full patient assignment on clinical unit. The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimen, images or reports. Preferred Job Qualifications Graduate degree in nursing preferred or related field considered (except AUDs hired before 01/2013). Physical Demands Lifting or carrying objects 30lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, with appropriate lift devices. Ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift. 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 Utilizes quality monitoring data to assess the effectiveness of clinical processes. Facilitates unit quality initiatives, research and /or evidence based activities utilizing best current evidence. Champions the strategies for changing clinician and team behavior to encourage adoption of evidence based practices. Provides leadership in the design, implementation and evaluation of process improvement initiatives at the unit and department level. Ensures that the unit personnel establish a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting. Participates in developing constructive and strategic partnerships with peers, professional nurses, the University, other disciplines and departments to achieve positive clinical and service outcomes. Resolves conflict to continuously improve team relationships at the unit and department level. Supports a climate that fosters open communication, values differing points of view and promotes shared governance. Ensures accountability for honest and fair interactions with all constituents across disciplines. Advocates enhancing the climate that optimizes the patient and family experience through supportive interactions and staff education. Provides structured opportunities for reflection and review of complex patient situations to develop critical thinking skills of all unit personnel. Critically analyzes complex patient cases and effectively adapts the plan of care. Develops the clinical knowledge and skill of the staff related to strategies to maintain patient safety. Monitors and ensures compliance with the State Nurse Practice Act, State Board of Nursing Regulations, regulatory agency standards and the policies of the organization. Uses information technology to streamline and improve processes. Monitors and ensures nursing staff compliance with safety strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk. Collaborate with the CNS to identify staff learning needs and provides education to strengthen and develop professional nurses' critical thinking skills. Implements and monitors strategies and tactics related to the unit goals while ensuring sustainability. Fosters the implementation of initiatives to promote a healthy work environment. Leads innovations using principles of change and continues to reinforce change until positive outcomes are achieved. Assumes a leadership role in analytical problem solving of both clinical and nursing related issues. Functions as a mentor and coach to promote or enhance the development of unit staff. Influences behaviors through collaborative practice, conflict management, negotiation and effective use of dialogue Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals. Provides and invites ongoing performance feedback to peers to achieve positive clinical and service outcomes. Considers fiscal and budgetary implications in decision-making regarding practice and system modifications. Manages staff performance through recruitment, rewards, recognition, counseling and disciplinary action. Assumes the accountability of administrative management of the unit as delegated by the unit director. Supports the execution of fiscal accountability. 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.
Rush University Medical Center

Registered Nurse 2 EP Device-26004

$40.05 - $61.28 / hour
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Electrophysiology Laboratory Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 10 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $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.
Rush University Medical Center

RN2, SIMCU (nights)-24872

$40.05 - $61.28 / hour
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: 12E Surgical IMCU Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 3 Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 PM - 7:30:00 AM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $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. $5K sign on bonus! 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.