University of Illinois Chicago is hiring: UI Health - Staff Nurse I - Surgical S

UI Health - Staff Nurse I (Surgical Services – Main Operating Room) Hiring Department: Surgical Services (Main Operating Room) Location: Chicago, IL, USA Requisition ID: 1037661 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: 7:00am‑5:30pm, Days shift # of Positions: 1 Salary: $36.08/hr to $80.98/hr (subject to agreement and budget) 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. The role accompanies professional practice models and current standards of practice to deliver quality patient care, collaborate with the health care team, and support departmental goals. Duties & Responsibilities Develops, implements, and updates the patient’s plan of care based on ongoing 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 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 identifying learning needs and initiating strategies to meet such needs. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. Current BLS/CPR and/or other required unit‑specific certifications. Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support, or within 6 months of hire for main hospital. Must have RN experience in an inpatient operating room setting. Preferred Qualifications Prior Operating Room experience. Benefits This position is eligible for benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. To Apply For fullest consideration click the “Apply Now” button. Complete all sections of the online application, add full work history with duties & responsibilities for each position held, and complete education, licensure, certification and language sections. Upload a résumé, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas as needed. Once submitted you cannot make changes; you must withdraw and reapply if needed. Equal Opportunity Employer 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 the non‑discrimination statement and additional information. Accommodation The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr