RN Unit Based Per Diem OR Department-27636

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL seeks an RN Unit Based Per Diem to provide expert nursing care in the Operating Room setting. The role emphasizes data-driven quality initiatives and collaboration with the care team, under Rush policies and procedures.

Ideal candidates hold an IL RN license and a BSN, with 1-2 years in critical care or ER, and CPR-BLS certification. Strong communication and teaching abilities are essential to credential as a unit leader and mentor for staff and

Qualifications

• Current state of Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure.
• BSN required; MSN desired.
• 1-2 years of critical care or ER experience.
• CPR-BLS certification.
• Communication skills are required to lead and teach.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives.
• Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
• Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
• Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families.
• Collaborates with other disciplines and services to meet patient needs.
• Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies.
• Precepts staff and students on the unit and demonstrates leadership skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSN

MSN degree

Tools

CPR-BLS certification

Job description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)

Shift: Shift 4

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $10.00 - $500.00 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary

The RN Unit Based Per Diem is a nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN UBPD identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN UBPD continues to consult other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other Information

Required Job Qualifications:

• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure.
• BSN.
• 1-2 years of critical care or ER experience.
• CPR-BLS certification.
• Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations

Preferred Job Qualifications

• MSN degree.

Physical Demands

• Lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives, research and evidence based activities.
• Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
• Recognizes pattern/ groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to address.
• Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
• Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
• Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
• Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
• Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
• Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
• Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
• Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
• Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively precept staff and students on the unit.
• Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
• Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.