Registered Nurse Orthopedics Operating Room

Team Member Services; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in La Grange, IL seeks a full-time nurse for medical-surgical units. The role involves assessing patients, developing and implementing care plans with the team, administering medications, and maintaining precise medical records.

You will educate patients and families, advocate for safety, and participate in quality improvement. Must have RN license, BLS, and 1+ year experience; on-site daytime shifts available.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing required; RN license.
• 1+ year medical-surgical experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Excellent communication and English proficiency required.
• EMR charting required.
• Ability to follow physician and management directions.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and needs through comprehensive evaluations to develop individualized care plans.
• Develop and implement patient care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed.
• Document patient care activities meticulously in medical records.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
• Advocate for patient safety and prevent infections.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for coordinated care.
• Perform sterile technique and safety protocols.
• Provide emotional and physical support to patients and families.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care quality and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

EMR charting

English proficiency

Nursing skills

Read comprehension

Typing

Computer literacy

Customer relations

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

IV pumps

NOVA Glucose monitor

I-STAT

EHR systems

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

• Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Address: 5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD
• City: LA GRANGE
• State: Illinois
• Postal Code: 60525

Job Description

• Assess patient conditions and needs through comprehensive evaluations to develop individualized care plans.
• Develop and implement patient care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, ensuring comprehensive and continuous care.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely according to prescribed protocols.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress continuously, adjusting care plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Document patient care activities meticulously to maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care to promote understanding and compliance.
• Advocate for patient safety by identifying potential risks and implementing preventive measures.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Maintain sterile environment and adhere to safety protocols to prevent infection and ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic interventions such as IVs, wound care, medication administration, catheterization, and specimen collections.
• Provide emotional and physical support to patients and their families during recovery.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• We are open 8- or 10-hour shifts (6-230 or 6-430).
• No call requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skill set, demonstrating compassion and respect to patients and family undergoing stressful procedures and treatments. [Required]
• Works independently, self-motivated, takes direction from physician and management to complete assignments. [Required]
• Maintain safe knowledge of equipment, procedures, supplies, computer, IV pumps, NOVA Glucose monitor, I-STAT, Immediate use sterilization policy and procedures. [Required]
• Must be proficient in English [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively [Required]
• EMR charting [Required]
• Computer literate [Preferred]
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems [Preferred]
• Must have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age-appropriate needs of the patient population served within the department [Required]
• Organizational [Required]
• Verbal Interpersonal [Required]
• Customer Relations [Required]
• Grammar/Spelling [Required]
• Read/Comprehend written instructions [Required]
• Follow verbal instructions [Required]
• Keyboarding (manual) [Required]
• Computer (visual) [Required]
• Nursing skills and knowledge base specific to specialty [Preferred]

Education

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience

• 1+ year medical surgical experience [Required]
• 1+ year surgery experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) [Preferred]
• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) [Preferred]
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Preferred]
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) [Preferred]
• ATD Master Instructional Designer Certified (ATD) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range

$35.53 - $62.79

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.