OR RN II — Patient-Centered Care Leader

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL, is seeking an RN 2 for a full-time position in the Operating Room. The role runs Shift 4, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0.

The RN 2 will apply nursing expertise to assess, plan, and implement patient care, while collaborating with the health care team to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes. Responsibilities include data collection for unit quality initiatives, evidence-based communication, and leadership in patient care.

Qualifications

• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
• Maintain current BLS certification.
• Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher (except RN1s hired and already working at Rush University Medical Center before October, 2012). All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer into Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group.
• May accept Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until approved number of ADN hires by Chief Nursing Officer is met with the following stipulations:
• Baccalaureate degree must be earned within timeframe outlined in the ADN Condition of Employment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in data collection to support unit-based quality initiatives.
• Utilizes system-wide resources to support decision making and action.
• Recognizes patterns of problems in a specific patient population and initiates actions.
• Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
• Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication.
• Collaborates with other disciplines to meet patient needs.
• Uses competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate physical and psychosocial needs.
• Prioritizes care for complex patients based on knowledge from clinical experiences.
• Recognizes changes in patient status and responds effectively.
• Ensures safe and effective use of medical devices in patient care.
• Assists in safe administration of medications per policies.
• Assesses patient safety needs and implements fall/infection control measures.
• Individualizes teaching plans based on assessments.
• Provides education to staff and students on the unit.
• Demonstrates beginning leadership skills in patient care.
• Delegates effectively to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintains accountability for own professional practice.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Interacting in difficult situations

Education

RN licensure (IL)

BLS certification

BSN or higher

ADN accepted (with conditions)

Bachelor's degree within timeframe

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL, is seeking an RN 2 for a full-time position in the Operating Room. The role runs Shift 4, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0.

The RN 2 will apply nursing expertise to assess, plan, and implement patient care, while collaborating with the health care team to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes. Responsibilities include data collection for unit quality initiatives, evidence-based communication, and leadership in patient care.