Staff Nurse II (Pediatric Educator) - Emergency Services Evenings

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Posted: 11-Mar-24

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Healthcare
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 5093580

Staff Nurse II (Pediatric Educator) - Emergency Services Evenings
Staff Nurse II (Pediatric Educator) - Emergency Services Evenings
Hiring Department: Emergency Services
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1024090
FTE : 1
Work Schedule - 11a-11p, 3p-11p
Shift : Evenings
# of Position: 1
Posting Date: 3/08/2024
This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent 'Best Colleges' rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
Staff Nurse II is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework. The Staff Nurse II provides direct patient care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Staff Nurse II functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals. Staff Nurse II facilitates educational development of staff, leads unit-based quality improvement initiatives and acts as a professional and clinical role model and educational resource for staff. Staff Nurse II is actively engaged in Shared Leadership through membership on a governing council.
Duties & Responsibilities

Develops, implements, and updates the patient's plan of care based on on-going assessment of the patient and

input from the patient's family.

Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient

care.

Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing

interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.

Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan.

Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient's changing needs.

Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides

support and feedback.

Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.

Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.

Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience

to provide 'quality' patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other

governing/accrediting health care bodies.

Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and

initiates strategies to meet such needs.

Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem solving and

resolution.

Plans, presents, and evaluates learning/educational experiences for staff and students.

Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support staff and students.

In collaboration with Director/CNCII leads unit-based quality initiatives and provides feedback and education to

staff.

Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications

Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.

One year of RN experience.

Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications.

Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers.

Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training.

Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required; master's degree in nursing preferred
• Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required
• 1-2 years of experience in Pediatric Emergency Nursing
• Experience supporting unit-based education in pediatric education
• ACLS and PALS or ENPC Required. TNS, TNCC, or CEN desired
• CPEN is required withing 1 year of hire
• Expertise and clinical experience in patient care for their specialty area, specialized equipment, and to facilitate orientation, preceptor and role model functions
• Clinical care required of this role will include adult and pediatric patient population

Preferred Qualifications
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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The University of Illinois Chicago is the city’s largest university and its only public Carnegie Research 1 institution. Its 16 academic colleges serve close to 34,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. UIC is recognized as one of the best public universities and one of the most ethnically rich and culturally diverse campuses in the nation, located in the heart of Chicago, it is an integral part of the city's educational, technological and cultural fabric.
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