Department
About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to chronic hemodialysis and chronic kidney disease patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings, in collaboration with consulting physician and the multidisciplinary health team, to include identification, management, and/or referral of health problems.
- Perform the assessment, diagnosis, initiation of delegated medical treatments, independent nursing interventions and evaluation of care.
- Provide support and follow up to chronic kidney disease patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
- Perform telephone triage regarding patient concerns and complaints, with appropriate communication.
- Conduct comprehensive or episodic health assessment of patients, gathering pertinent information in a systematic manner from varied sources.
- Make referrals to other disciplines as indicated, write weekly progress notes, and assume responsibility for developing diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
- Analyze all sources of data, establish a medical/nursing diagnosis: initiates and evaluates diagnostic studies, monitors therapeutic procedures and the patient's response to therapy.
- Conduct comprehensive or episodic health assessments and assist in developing patient care plans within clinical nursing practice and medical care protocols, in collaboration with patient, family members, physician, and other members of the health care team.
- Monitor patients’ renal diseases and other comorbid conditions, and incorporates assessment findings into plan of care.
- Provide anticipatory guidance to patients and their families about the course of therapeutic options available.
- Order, schedule, interpret, monitor and communicate results of diagnostic tests. Explain necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
- Counsel patient concerning lifestyle modifications, medication regiments, side effects and interactions using an appropriate psychosocial communication level.
- Recognize an emergency situation and initiates appropriate emergency care.
- Identify complications requiring collaboration and consultation, initiating appropriate action.
- Promote, has knowledge of, and utilizes appropriate patient care protocols that relate to the physiological and psychological needs of chronic kidney disease patients.
- Establish appropriate priorities of care.
- Participate in chronic kidney disease health education in the community.
- Participate in basic science and clinical research projects conducted by supervising physician.
- Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account the benefit-versus-burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for the patient, family and the organization.
- Develops diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.---
Work Experience:
---
Certifications:
---
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.
Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
Ability to interview and obtain medical information.
Willingness to enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.
Once licensed and as needed, willingness to apply for a mid-level practitioner controlled substance license and DEA number.
Willingness to be privileged and credentialed through UCM Medical Staff Office prior to start date.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Proficiency in the use of computers.
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
FLSA Status
Pay Frequency
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Benefits Eligible
COVID-19 Vaccination or Approved Medical or Religious Exemption Required
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Posting Statement
Effective October 15, 2021, the University of Chicago requires COVID vaccination for all students, faculty, and staff members. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
Department
About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to chronic hemodialysis and chronic kidney disease patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings, in collaboration with consulting physician and the multidisciplinary health team, to include identification, management, and/or referral of health problems.
- Perform the assessment, diagnosis, initiation of delegated medical treatments, independent nursing interventions and evaluation of care.
- Provide support and follow up to chronic kidney disease patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
- Perform telephone triage regarding patient concerns and complaints, with appropriate communication.
- Conduct comprehensive or episodic health assessment of patients, gathering pertinent information in a systematic manner from varied sources.
- Make referrals to other disciplines as indicated, write weekly progress notes, and assume responsibility for developing diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
- Analyze all sources of data, establish a medical/nursing diagnosis: initiates and evaluates diagnostic studies, monitors therapeutic procedures and the patient's response to therapy.
- Conduct comprehensive or episodic health assessments and assist in developing patient care plans within clinical nursing practice and medical care protocols, in collaboration with patient, family members, physician, and other members of the health care team.
- Monitor patients’ renal diseases and other comorbid conditions, and incorporates assessment findings into plan of care.
- Provide anticipatory guidance to patients and their families about the course of therapeutic options available.
- Order, schedule, interpret, monitor and communicate results of diagnostic tests. Explain necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
- Counsel patient concerning lifestyle modifications, medication regiments, side effects and interactions using an appropriate psychosocial communication level.
- Recognize an emergency situation and initiates appropriate emergency care.
- Identify complications requiring collaboration and consultation, initiating appropriate action.
- Promote, has knowledge of, and utilizes appropriate patient care protocols that relate to the physiological and psychological needs of chronic kidney disease patients.
- Establish appropriate priorities of care.
- Participate in chronic kidney disease health education in the community.
- Participate in basic science and clinical research projects conducted by supervising physician.
- Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account the benefit-versus-burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for the patient, family and the organization.
- Develops diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.---
Work Experience:
---
Certifications:
---
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.
Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
Ability to interview and obtain medical information.
Willingness to enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.
Once licensed and as needed, willingness to apply for a mid-level practitioner controlled substance license and DEA number.
Willingness to be privileged and credentialed through UCM Medical Staff Office prior to start date.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Proficiency in the use of computers.
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
FLSA Status
Pay Frequency
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Benefits Eligible
COVID-19 Vaccination or Approved Medical or Religious Exemption Required
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Posting Statement
Effective October 15, 2021, the University of Chicago requires COVID vaccination for all students, faculty, and staff members. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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