RN Vascular Access & Wound Care Specialist

Edward Elmhurst Health; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking at designated locations

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Job summary

Swedish Hospital Chicago is seeking an RN to join the Vascular Access Team. The role delivers compassionate nursing care, plans and evaluates patient care, and collaborates with physicians and the clinical team to ensure optimal outcomes.

A strong focus on wound/ostomy care and education is included. Requirements include a Nursing Bachelor’s degree, Illinois RN license, ACLS/BLS, and preferred wound ostomy certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.
• 1 year ICU or ER experience preferred.
• 1 year radiology nursing experience preferred.
• 1 year wound ostomy experience preferred.
• Active Illinois RN license required.
• ACLS and BLS required.
• CWOCN/CWCN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops a plan of care with interventions to achieve outcomes.
• Performs patient assessment and health data collection.
• Communicates plan of care to patient, family, and team.
• Provides patient and family teaching tailored to learning needs.
• Interacts with peers and mentors to support clinical education.
• Assists in transporting acutely ill patients as needed.
• Adds wound/ostomy/skin care rounds if skilled; monitors treatments.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Clinical teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Illinois RN License

ACLS

BLS

CWOCN/CWCN preferred

Job description

Swedish Hospital Chicago is seeking an RN to join the Vascular Access Team. The role delivers compassionate nursing care, plans and evaluates patient care, and collaborates with physicians and the clinical team to ensure optimal outcomes.

A strong focus on wound/ostomy care and education is included. Requirements include a Nursing Bachelor’s degree, Illinois RN license, ACLS/BLS, and preferred wound ostomy certification.