UI Health - Nursing Technician - 7E Stepdown (50% Part-Time, Flex Nights)

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

UI Health is seeking a Nursing Technician for the 7E Stepdown unit in Chicago, IL. This 50% part-time position offers 20 hours per week with Flex Nights and rotating weekends, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

The Nursing Technician delivers patient care using the Relationship-Based Care model, assists with activities of daily living, documents vital signs in the EHR, and supports patient safety and learning within the team.

Qualifications

• CNA license from an accredited institution must be listed on your application.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• Illinois residency at time of application submission is required.
• High school graduation or equivalent must be listed on the application.
• Registered on the Illinois Department of Public Health Health Care Work Registry must be listed on the application.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient admission, transfer or discharge as assigned and support activities of daily living.
• Document patient information in the EHR (vital signs, nursing care, intake/output).
• Provide comfort and information to patients and families, and communicate with RN/LPN as directed.
• Support safety, teamwork, and adherence to UI Health values to achieve quality outcomes.

Skills

CNA certification

BLS/CPR

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA license

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Record)

IDPH CNA registry

Job description

UI Health - Nursing Technician - 7E Stepdown (50% Part-Time, Flex Nights)

Hiring Department

7E Stepdown

Location

Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1042943

FTE: .5 (20 hours per week)

Work Schedule

1-12hr& 1-8hr w/rotating wknd

Shift

Flex Nights

# of Positions

1

Pay Range

The previously determined pay range for this position is $23.80 - 36.82 / Annual Salary. Pay is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

This position requires Illinois residency at time of application submission.

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• a Retirement Plan
• Paid time Off
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Nursing Technician delivers patient care utilizing the Relationship-Based Care model as a framework. The Nurse Technician provides care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by supporting Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence in clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Nurse Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with patient admission, transfer or discharge as assigned and supports the patient by performing activities of daily living, safely operating patient care equipment, promoting skin integrity and safety measures.
• Documents patient information in EHR (such as vital signs, nursing care provided, intake and output).
• Acts as a patient / family advocate by providing comfort, assistance and information and provides feedback to RN or LPN on patient care and condition as directed.
• Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health values through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a clean, safe and therapeutic environment.
• Participates in organizational, departmental and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior.
• Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem solving and resolution.
• Collaborates with other staff to identify, promote and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
• Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school graduation or equivalent This must be listed on your application even if you have post secondary education.
2. Possession of a CNA license from an accredited institution/school/program. This must be listed on your application
3. Registered and active on the Illinois Department of Public Health - Health Care Work Registry http://www.idph.state.il.us/nar/cnafacts.htm This must be listed on your application
4. Current BLS/CPR and other required unit-specific certifications. This must be listed on your application
5. Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Accommodations

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

AI Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.