Program Services Aide (NICU Milk Prep Technician, Flex Days) - Neonatal Nursing

Program Services Aide (NICU Milk Prep Technician, Flex Days) - Neonatal Nursing

Hiring Department: Neonatal Nursing

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1023890

Posting Close Date: March 21, 2024

Position Number: CF0755,CF0756

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.  In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .

Description:

Under general supervision from a direct supervisor, Program Service Aides (Milk Prep Technician) supports the daily operations of the Milk Prep Room to ensure optimal safety for all patients receiving prepared products from the Milk Room.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in interviewing and assessing the needs of individuals to be served by the program.
• Explains program requirements and guidelines to the general public.
• Assists in conducting surveys and investigations.
• Assists in the development of resource materials.
• Serves as a resource person for participants in the program.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of records.
• Assists participants in utilizing referral services.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Maintains professional communication with all members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. Any one or any combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the following categories:

A. college course work in behavioral science, social work, sociology, psychology, or a closely related field as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

• 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
• Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
• 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
• Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

B. work experience that provided a knowledge of human behavior by having demonstrated through public contact the ability to cope with a variety of people, (such as customer service, salesperson, or receptionist).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must successfully attain the Infant feeding Technician Certification Course-within 90 days of hire.
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft, PowerPoint, and Excel.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.  Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

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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