Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area. Provides direct clinical care to patients. Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x rays and procedures according to clinical privileges. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further

Provides direct care to patients which demonstrates clinical expertise and advanced knowledge. Diagnoses and manages acute and chronic health problems within specialty area of practice. Collaborates and consults with physicians and other health care professionals in area of clinical expertise. Develops educational systems and strategies for teaching patients, families and

Maintain a safe and clean work environment Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Report deficiencies to supervisor immediately. Assist in rectifying deficiencies as requested. Assume responsibility for and supervision of the appropriate care of medical equipment. Provide pre attending care for patients For each patient, perform a comprehensive assessment of the chief c

Performs all aspects of patient care by utilizing evidenced based practice in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Follows the six medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors, administering medications based on the age and clinical condition of the patient. States rationale for clinical dec

Applies medical necessity screening criteria, level of care guidelines, and professional nursing knowledge to ensure that admissions and length of stay are appropriate. Completes initial admission and thereafter continuing stay reviews for all hospitalized patients. Facilitates utilization review concurrent with decisions on hospitalization and may perform duties in the E

Maintain a safe and clean work environment Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Report deficiencies to supervisor immediately. Assist in rectifying deficiencies as requested. Assume responsibility for and supervision of the appropriate care of medical equipment. Provide pre attending care for patients For each patient, perform a comprehensive assessment of the chief c

Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creat

Administration Provides support and meets regularly with the program director concerning program management issues, activities, and the status of projects. Maintains databases with trainee and faculty data. Develops, implements, and oversees the maintenance of filing, record keeping, distribution of materials, and other types of office/program systems. Develops and distri

Maintain a safe and clean work environment Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Report deficiencies to supervisor immediately. Assist in rectifying deficiencies as requested. Assume responsibility for and supervision of the appropriate care of medical equipment. Provide pre attending care for patients For each patient, perform a comprehensive assessment of the chief c

The role of the professional clinical nurse is unique and essential to the care of the patient. The nurse demonstrates that unique and essential function through the framework for nursing practice. Advocate Practices in accordance with the patient centered care model. Develops an individualized age specific culturally sensitive nursing plan of care for the patient that is

Protects, promotes and restores health and wellness by practicing at the highest level of the Registered Nurse licensure; collaborating with providers and multidisciplinary care team members to provide care coordination across the continuum. Assesses and supports physical symptoms, provides psychological support to patients, friends, and families, mentors assigned team me

NNOC MEMBERS ONLY Uses knowledge of disease processes, health care delivery and financing to support effective, efficient inpatient care while acknowledging patient/family preferences, treatment requirements and self care capabilities to determine and appropriate discharge plan. These and all other activities are performed in compliance with all Cook County Health & Hospi

NNOC MEMBERS ONLY Under general direction, performs a variety of specialized and responsible nursing duties related to the care of patients in a large public health institution; and performs related duties as required. Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of educational programs and in services. Possess excellent clinical skills. Functions as a precep

The Cardiac Catheterization Nurse functions independently as a member of the Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Laboratory care team that includes registered nurses, cardiovascular technologists, advanced practice providers, cardiology fellows, and attending cardiologists. This individual is responsible for helping to develop and implement systems to assure the

UNION NNOC LOCATION John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital DEPARTMENT Critical Care Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) SHIFT 7 00 PM 7 30 AM Starting salary is commensurate with years of RN experience The Clinical Nurse I is a professional care worker who is responsible and accountable for providing safe, effective individualized nursing care to critically ill patients and suppor