Clinical Nursing Education & Practice Lead

UI Health

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 57,000 - 131,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

UI Health in Chicago, IL seeks a Clinical Nursing Consultant II to develop and implement nursing education programs, coordinate staff development, and enhance patient care using the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care.

The CNC II will provide patient care while mentoring staff, collaborate with Clinical Practice and Professional Development, and lead evidence-based practice projects to improve outcomes. Requires MSN, IL RN license, BLS, ANCC certification or within 6 months.

Qualifications

Eligibility for registration with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
Two years of nursing experience in the particular branch of service to which assigned, one year of which involved work comparable to a Clinical Nursing Consultant I.
MSN (or higher) required of an accredited nursing program.
Current BLS/CPR and/or other required unit specific certifications.
Current advanced cardiac life support, or within 6 months of hire for main hospital.
Ability to select appropriate teaching methods based upon the educational and experience backgrounds of employees.
Nationally certified through ANCC approved certifier, or within 6 months of hire in an area relevant to their clinical area.
Strong clinical experience with background in Medical Surgical or Intensive Care Unit.
Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, families, and health care providers.
Self-directed and works well in groups/teams exercising sound clinical judgement
Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

Participates in planning and coordination of nursing activities across clinical services.
Assists nursing staff to develop effective care plans.
Analyzes performance and establishes standards for nursing personnel.
Identifies needs and develops improved nursing methods and techniques.
Provides guidance on continuity of care for patients and staff.
Recognizes symptoms, sets priorities, and responds to changing patient needs.
Collaborates with Clinical Practice and Professional Development.
Initiates and analyzes evidence-based practice research to improve outcomes.
Performs other duties and participates in special projects.