Provide technically complex and high-risk nursing care, including sedation and intravenous infusions, for patients undergoing special procedures. Responsibilities include patient assessment, monitoring during recovery, and maintaining equipment and supply inventory.
Requirements summary
Requires a valid Illinois RN license and current CPR, ACLS, and/or PALS certifications. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred, or 5+ years of clinical experience in lieu of a degree.
Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at UChicago Medicine as a Special Procedures Nurse, on our main Hyde Park campus.
Under the direction of an Attending Physician or a licensed independent practitioner, RN provides technically complex and high risk nursing care services to patients which may include one or more of the following categories: sedation, intravenous infusions, complex procedures, e.g., lumbar puncture, cardiac catheterization; This may also include specialized monitoring during procedure and recovery phase; The RN may have Charge Nurse responsibility for his/her assigned unit.
Essential Job Functions
Represents The University of Chicago Medical Center (UCMC) in a positive manner with the prospective, former and current community we serve; interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and other customers of our services; demonstrates knowledge of the operating practices of UCMC
Upholds the Mission Statement of UCMC: to provide superior health care in a compassionate manner, ever mindful of each patient’s dignity and individuality
To accomplish our mission, we call upon the skills and expertise of all who work together to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and further the knowledge of those dedicated to caring
Handles confidential information consistent with Federal HIPAA legislation
Performs a variety of clinical and research procedures with efficiency and high standards of quality; assures that the proper protocol is used for each sedation
Provides patient care in a compassionate and empathetic manner; demonstrates knowledge of age-specific considerations in the provision of care. Involves a multidisciplinary team as needed to support patient and family psychological, social and spiritual needs
Accurately completes required patient assessment, documentation, and interpretations for each patient encounter. Possesses sound professional judgment for timely physician intervention as needed
Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate actions, initiates appropriate life supporting interventions while communicating appropriately with physicians
Maintains nursing equipment and work areas in proper working conditions; reports malfunctioning equipment or housekeeping issues to the appropriate person
Maintains a neat and clean work area with equipment
Maintains adequate inventory control of all necessary supplies
Emergency equipment maintained with adequate availability, good working order and restocks as needed with fiscal awareness and accountability
Interfaces with customers, specifically patients, families, visitors, and UCMC staff in a professional, positive and accommodating manner; demonstrates knowledge of AIDET principles and employs in all situations; demonstrates flexibility in accommodating special needs of customers whenever possible
Performs all required Quality Assurance testing as indicated or as required by UCMC Rotates to clinical areas as directed to assist in safe staffing ratios; utilizes resources to safely transport sedated patients to an appropriate or designated area within the UCMC
Required Qualifications
RN Required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred; experience may be considered in lieu of degree in addition to 5+ years clinical experience
Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the State of Illinois
Current CPR, ACLS, and/or PALS Certifications
Preferred Qualifications
Leadership/Management experience in area of specialty
Experience working in a research environment
2 to 3 years of recent Critical Care/ Emergency room nursing experience (or 2 to 3 years oncology experience)
One additional certification in area specialty
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: 1.0, Full-time
Shift: Days 8a-6:30p
Call Requirements- 7 day per 6 weeks
Unit/Department: Rad Intervention
CBA Code: NNU
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To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other.
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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
