Pulmonary Staff Nurse - Acute Care & Education

Northwestern Medicine group; DeKalb Township (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Staff Nurse for the Physician Group in Illinois. The role involves delivering high-quality nursing care to acutely ill patients, coordinating care, and providing patient and family education.

You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care using evidence-based practice, ensure safety, and participate in quality improvement and governance activities. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Current experience in past five years or new nursing graduate within past two years.
• State Licensed Registered Nurse for the state of employment.
• CPR – Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using the nursing process to ensure patient safety and quality care.
• Administer medications following the six rights and tailor dosing to age and clinical condition.
• Involve patient and family in planning and education for ongoing care and discharge planning.
• Assess and respond to pain, educate patient and family on pain management options.
• Engage in ongoing quality improvement and participate in department projects.

Skills

CPR

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Staff Nurse for the Physician Group in Illinois. The role involves delivering high-quality nursing care to acutely ill patients, coordinating care, and providing patient and family education.

You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care using evidence-based practice, ensure safety, and participate in quality improvement and governance activities. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.