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UI Health - Staff Nurse I - SCB GI Diagnostic Svcs
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health
Chicago (IL)
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Job summary
A leading health institution in Chicago is seeking a Staff Nurse I to provide direct patient care and improve outcomes through evidence-based practices. The role requires collaboration with healthcare teams, advocacy for patients, and participation in leadership activities. Ideal candidates will have a nursing license and relevant certifications, with a focus on delivering quality care.
Qualifications
- Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois.
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required.
Responsibilities
- Develops and implements patient care plans based on assessments.
- Collaborates with healthcare team to ensure effective patient care.
- Administers medications and monitors patient conditions.
Skills
Education
Job description
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Hiring Department: SCB GI Diagnostic Svcs
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1034387
FTE : 1
Work Schedule – 40 hours
Shift : Flex Days
# of Position: 4
Posting Date: 5/7/2025
Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $34.36./hr to $76.13/hr*. Final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.
This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.(RNs only)
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
Hiring Department: SCB GI Diagnostic Svcs
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1034387
FTE : 1
Work Schedule – 40 hours
Shift : Flex Days
# of Position: 4
Posting Date: 5/7/2025
Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $34.36./hr to $76.13/hr*. Final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.
This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.(RNs only)
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
The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Position Summary
The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes the initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care, and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. This position integrates professional practice model, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies. The Staff Nurse I engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to advocate for the patient, develops an appropriate patient educational plan, and responds to patient's changing needs while sharing information and collaborating with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. The Staff Nurse I participates in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develops, implements, and updates the patient’s plan of care based on on-going assessment of the patient and input from the patient’s family.
- Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care.
- Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
- Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan.
- Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient’s changing needs.
- Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback.
- Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
- Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide “quality” patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies.
- Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.
- Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
- Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support 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.
- Performs pre procedure assessments, review pre procedure information including H&P, allergies, and medication.
- Monitor and document the patient's condition pre procedure, intra procedure, and post procedure.
- Assesses and addresses pain levels and administer appropriate pain medications. Monitor patient post pain management intervention.
- Administers medication and monitor conscious sedation during procedure to ensure patient comfort and safely monitor the patient's sedation level, Vital signs and response to medication.
- Assist in a variety of procedure.
- Perform bedside pre cleaning of endoscopy scopes and equipment.
- Perform processing and high-level disinfection of routine and complex endoscope or non-disposable equipment.
- Assist in setting up and cleaning of procedure rooms, coordinate the proper equipment to ensure smooth functioning of procedure room, assist with transportation/ positioning of patient as needed.
- Put stock away in appropriate areas. Keep supply clean, neat, and organize.
- Perform equipment inventory at required interval, notifies leadership of discrepancies/ problems, monitor equipment received and transferred out of the department.
- Maintain and assist with operation of endoscope towers and imaging recording systems to ensure proper documentation of procedures.
- Ensures and supports research efforts conducted within the hospital and clinics.
- Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
- Current BLS and ACLS
- Current PALS or within 6 months of hire.
- Required to be on call.
- Able to work independently and as part of the endoscopy team.
- Able to interpret hospital and department policies and procedures.
- Independently self motivated and organized.
- 2 years GI experience
- BSN (preferred)
- 2 years experience in pre procedure and/or post procedure (recovery)
- Therapeutic endoscopy experience
- Pulmonary procedure experience
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.
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.
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