Nurse Associate

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago seeks a dedicated individual to provide daily support in a specialty pediatric area in Tinley Park. Responsibilities include assisting providers with procedures, patient monitoring, and supply management.

Applicants should have a Bachelor of Science in nursing and preferably experience in an ambulatory or pediatric care setting. The position offers a structured work environment focused on quality care for children.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a college degree in a related field.
• Minimum 2-5 years of work experience in a healthcare-related job.
• Current licensure as a registered nurse in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient vitals and chief complaints.
• Assist with basic procedures and point-of-care testing.
• Manage supply inventories and order medical supplies.

Skills

Patient education

Basic procedures assistance

Inventory management

Scheduling

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in nursing

Job description

About The Department

BSD PED - Off‑Site Clinics

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Chicago is a dynamic and stimulating place to work. We strive for the highest level of complex care for children from diagnosis and treatment; provide outstanding education and training for students, postgraduate scholars, and physicians; and nurture the research of Department scholars who seek to elucidate the causes of pediatric disease and identify promising new therapies. In addition to our provision of clinical care at UChicago Medicine (UCM) Comer Children’s Hospital and at our regional sites, we are currently expanding our clinical care across Northern Illinois and Northwestern Indiana. In collaboration with our partners in the Chicagoland Children’s Health Alliance (CCHA; Advocate Children’s Hospital, and NorthShore University Health System). CCHA has responsibility for the care of almost 1 million children. The Department has expanded its presence to numerous satellite sites of care across the region with the goal of providing care ‘close to home’ whenever feasible (https://pediatrics.uchicago.edu/). Our mission is to improve the health of every child entrusted to us, in an inclusive environment that is committed to family-centered care, clinical excellence, impactful scholarship, effective disease prevention, and advocacy for the appropriate care of every child. We are especially committed to the children on the South Side of Chicago and to altering the inequities in healthcare.

University of Chicago Pediatric Specialists, Tinley Park, is a specialty care pediatric office serving children aged 0‑21. Various specialists hold clinics at this location including cardiology, rheumatology, neurology, gastroenterology, hematology/oncology, and allergy. On average there are two providers per day working in the office.

Job Summary

Provide day‑to‑day support in a specialty pediatric area. Assist providers with procedures, rooming and triage of patients, basic point of care testing, and patient education. Monitor supply inventories including ordering medical supplies and medications. Phone triage as necessary. Front desk duties include check‑in/out and scheduling as needed.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document vitals and chief complaint.
• Obtain current medications.
• POC Testing in clinic.
• Assist with basic procedures in clinic.
• Stock and clean rooms.
• Obtain medical records/results as needed.
• Supply and inventory management.
• Scheduling appointments.
• Check in/check out process.
• Sign patients up for MyChart.
• Collect copayments.
• Obtain referrals if needed.
• Applies logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Has a solid understanding of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health‑care measures.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in nursing.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.

Work Experience

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2‑5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science in nursing.

Experience

• Nursing experience.
• Ambulatory care setting strongly preferred.
• Pediatric experience strongly preferred.

Licenses And Certifications

• Current licensure as registered nurse in the State of Illinois.
• BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

Preferred Competencies

• Teamwork.
• Interactive communication.
• Effective and appropriate application of medical knowledge.
• Professionalism.

Working Conditions

• Outpatient clinic in hospital professional building.

Application Documents

• Resume (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

Healthcare & Medical Services

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

$70,000.00 - $100,000.00

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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