Clinical Nurse- Inpatient Hospice Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Chicago seeks a Clinical Nurse for their Inpatient Hospice unit. The role involves delivering patient-centered care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and adhering to ethical standards. Ideal candidates will hold a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing and possess strong communication skills. Join a supportive environment that values professional growth and compassionate care.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN-accredited nursing program.
• Current Illinois RN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides and coordinates clinically competent, evidence-based care.
• Participates in decision-making, teaching, and collaboration.
• Maintains a safe environment to protect patients.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Human Relation

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

Job description

Clinical Nurse - Inpatient Hospice Full Time Days

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Job Description

The Clinical Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Based on the NMH framework for practice, the registered professional clinical nurse (RN) is accountable and responsible for providing and coordinating clinically competent, evidence-based care for an assigned group of patients. This includes diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing, the Code of Ethics, and the Nursing Social Policy Statement. As a member of the clinical care and unit team, the RN participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care, achieve exceptional outcomes, and enhance unit operations. The RN exemplifies the components of what it means to be an NMH nurse, reflecting the Mission, Vision, and Values of Northwestern Memorial, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.

Responsibilities

The role of the professional clinical nurse is unique and essential to patient care. The nurse demonstrates this through the framework for nursing practice.

Advocate

• Practices in accordance with the patient-centered care model.
• Develops an individualized, age-specific, culturally sensitive nursing care plan based on the nursing process.
• Incorporates patient advocacy into the care plan.
• Uses a team approach to develop and achieve daily, patient-centered, individualized care goals.
• Values the contributions of the patient’s significant others as part of the care plan.
• Identifies potential conflicts and facilitates resolution through established communication channels.
• Protects the health, safety, and rights of the patient.
• Maintains a safe environment to protect patients.

Clinical Expert

• Enhances clinical expertise through continuing education and specialty certification when eligible.
• Continuously improves skills to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Shares knowledge with team members, patients, and students.
• Demonstrates critical thinking by integrating knowledge and posing relevant clinical questions.
• Sets priorities, goals, and implements safe, timely nursing interventions.
• Creates and implements individualized education plans for patients and families.
• Evaluates patient responses and adjusts care plans accordingly.
• Escalates situations needing further intervention and consults experts when necessary.
• Participates in team goal formation and evaluation.
• Delegates and supervises interventions appropriately.
• Provides complete and accurate handoff communication.
• Adheres to ethical standards of practice.

Community Volunteer

• Participates in volunteer initiatives organized by Northwestern Memorial or independently.

Compassionate Care

• Builds interpersonal connections with patients and families throughout their care journey.
• Addresses patient concerns proactively.
• Treats patients, families, visitors, and staff with respect and dignity.
• Supports recovery and facilitates peaceful end-of-life care when appropriate.

Professional Engagement

• Participates in professional organizations or hospital committees.
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and departments.
• Maintains ongoing professional growth and education.
• Serves as a mentor and preceptor for new staff.
• Provides peer feedback constructively.
• Works with hospital services to ensure safe, effective care and support nursing practice development.
• Meets internal and external regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Identifies opportunities for innovation and quality improvement.
• Aligns with Northwestern Memorial’s strategic, operational, and fiscal goals.
• Maintains a professional appearance and communication style.
• Contributes to the professional image of nursing through resource analysis.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an NLN-accredited nursing program.
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or higher.
• Current Illinois RN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Strong communication, analytical, and human relation skills.
• Ability to use a keyboard for data entry and retrieval.

Preferred:

• Experience in the specific clinical area.
• Nursing specialty certification, if eligible.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected statuses. Background checks including criminal history are performed if offered a position; a criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify applicants.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Visit our Benefits section for more details.