Nurse Clinician - Anesthesiology OB Part time 24 hrs week

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 health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Work Hours: Part-time. Two 12hour night shifts per week, from 7PM to 7:30 AM. This will include every 4th weekend.

The Nurse Clinician 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 Nurse Clinician will work in a multidisciplinary environment which will require exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, physicians, clinical and administrative units. This position will utilize nursing skills to perform patient assessments via phone or in person and implement nursing interventions; as such the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking and creativity when resolving patient care issues. This role is also responsible for initiating & organizing patient education for the population this unit serves.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Report deficiencies to supervisor immediately. Assist in rectifying deficiencies as requested.; Assume responsibility for and supervision of the appropriate care of medical equipment.; For each patient, perform a comprehensive assessment of the chief complaint and patient needs utilizing the nursing process. Based on findings, seek solutions, and offer opinions to physicians and other health care providers.; Document all nursing assessments in the patients’ medical record. Ensure that all documentation is clear, complete, and legible.; Always maintain patient confidentiality.; Understand and uphold the protocols and procedures for release of patient/medical information.; Independently perform routine nursing duties including phlebotomy, medication administration, measurement of vital signs, preparation of lab specimens, etc.; Demonstrate clinical competency when performing complex specialty related procedures, including conscious sedation, chemotherapy administration, inseminations, filling and adjustment of implantable pain pumps and excision and drainage of wounds.; Interpret and define abnormalities detected in tests and procedures, then take appropriate remedial action.; Document all interventions in the patient medical record as appropriate. Ensure that all documentation is clear, complete, and legible.; Communicate and collaborate with other clinical and administrative departments to coordinate appropriate patient care, as needed.; Communicate with outside agencies or facilities as appropriate.; Triage and prioritize incoming telephone calls using clinical assessment skills and service standards.; Document all assessments the patient medical record as appropriate. Ensure that all documentation is clear, complete, and legible.; Manage urgent/emergent medical situations as appropriate and in accordance with the organization’s protocols for medical emergencies and cardiac arrests.; Obtain and/or operate emergency equipment according to relevant standards.; Serve as a resource for staff and physicians for daily problem solving and decision making.; Maintain a consistent alertness to patient care needs and take a proactive approach to address/resolve issues.; Delegate appropriate tasks according to Illinois law and organizational protocols to Licensed Practical Nurses and Medical Assistants.; Comply with all existing policies and procedures related to patient care.; Make recommendations to management regarding new policies and procedures that may improve the patient experience.; Assure that new policies and procedures are implemented in a timely manner. Initiate and coordinate patient education.; Ensure that patients understand educational materials and can exhibit return demonstration when pertinent.; Provide teaching to staff on both a formal and informal basis.; Participate in community outreach education, patient support groups or specialty related educational programs offered to hospital and community nurses, as requested.; This role may support additional projects, perform administrative tasks, and other duties as assigned.; AA/EOE

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.; Registered Professional Nurse Licensure in the State of Illinois.; Certification in Basic CPR.; Minimum of one year experience in ambulatory care.

Nice to have

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.