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Staff Nurse - IHR Family Residency

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The Staff Nurse PhysGrp reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Staff Nurse is a clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. The Staff Nurse effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. This role is also responsible for phone triage, abnormal test result delivery and corresponding care instructions.

Responsibilities:

Performs all aspects of patient care by utilizing evidenced based practice in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Follows the six medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors, administering medications based on the age and clinical condition of the patient.
States rationale for clinical decisions based on critical thinking.
Assesses, analyzes, validates and integrates data to assess patients' physical psychosocial, rehab, safety, learning, spiritual, cultural, age-specific, special risk and self-care needs.
Identifies patient care needs, problems and variances. Identifies patient care needs, problems and variances and incorporates into care plan.
Identifies the patient's learning needs, abilities, preferences and readiness; also, identifies support systems, coping mechanisms and barriers to learning.
Explains procedures, therapies and treatments to patient and family, evaluates and documents patient and family response to teaching.
Uses appropriate resources to provide education.
Involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
Develops, implements and updates an individualized plan of care based on identified patient care needs. Includes nursing, teaching, continuum of care and discharge planning.
Adequately assesses and reassesses pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.

Identifies and uses the results of quality improvement activities to initiate changes in nursing practice and in the healthcare delivery system.
Participates in shared governance, committee work, and practice/department projects.

Qualifications

Required:

Current experience (within past five years) or new nursing graduate (within past two
years)
Licensed Registered Nurse in Illinois
CPR – Basic Life Support

Preferred:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
One year experience in pertinent clinical specialty
Proficiency in second language

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

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What You Should Know About Staff Nurse - IHR Family Residency, Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

At Northwestern Medicine, we're all about making a difference in the lives of our patients, and we want you to be part of our journey as a Staff Nurse at the IHR Family Residency in Geneva, IL. In this role, you will directly contribute to our patient-first philosophy, ensuring every individual receives compassionate and high-quality care. As a Staff Nurse, you'll be responsible for coordinating care for acutely ill patients using your expert skills in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. You'll work closely with patients, their families, and a supportive healthcare team, all while adhering to the highest professional nursing standards. You’ll be involved in critical tasks, such as phone triage and delivering abnormal test results, which showcase your nursing expertise and critical thinking. Not only will you provide evidence-based care to ensure safety and comfort for your patients, but you'll also participate in initiatives aimed at improving healthcare delivery. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on our commitment to our team members, providing them with competitive benefits including tuition reimbursement, 401(k) matching, and much more. If you're a registered nurse looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive environment that appreciates your skills and dedication, we encourage you to apply for the Staff Nurse position and join us in our quest for better healthcare!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Staff Nurse - IHR Family Residency Role at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

What are the primary responsibilities of a Staff Nurse at Northwestern Medicine?

The Staff Nurse role at Northwestern Medicine involves a dynamic range of responsibilities including assessing and coordinating care for acutely ill patients, providing patient education, and maintaining clear communication with healthcare team members and families. You'll be using evidence-based practices to ensure patient safety and actively participating in quality improvement initiatives.