Staff Nurse RN Burn ICU - Full-time Nights

Be a part of a worldclass academic healthcare system University of Chicago Medicine as a Staff Nurse in the Burn Intensive Care Unit department. At UChicago Medicine we bring the worlds most innovative approaches to patients with all conditions from common to complex. In our Burn Intensive Care Unit we provide Level 1 Trauma Center High acuity Surgical/Trauma Patients Beacon award winning unit Fast paced environment Strong teamwork Great RN/MD communication Excellent work environment with low turn over Highest staff satisfaction/engagement in the hospital and Schedule focus on work/life balance. Our team is committed to staying at the forefront of clinical research constantly seeking new treatment options and best practices to improve patient outcomes. Youll have the opportunity to work with some of the most advanced equipment available specifically designed to meet the unique needs of our patient population. We invest heavily in the latest technology and equipment to ensure our team has everything they need to provide the best possible care. Youll work alongside some of the industrys most skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive collaborative environment that encourages growth learning and innovation. This position is 100 onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

A staff nurse is a registered professional nurse (RN) who manages patient centered care that is outcome directed. Patient centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards provide the foundation for the nurse to assess plan implement and evaluate the care provided.The staff nurse assumes the primary responsibility and accountability for all patient care personally provided and that provided by those directly under her/his supervision.

Eligible for a SignOn Bonus up to $5000!

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizes appropriate assessment skills to determine patient needs.
• Develops a plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients.
• Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients.
• Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned by Care Center Director or Patient Care Manager.
• Provides support to peers by assisting as needed being a resource person and working as a team member.
• Assists Care Center in development/attainment of goals and objectives.
• Uses clinical pathways and/or plans of care incorporating standards of practice.
• Assesses own need for professional growth and development and seeks appropriate resources to meeting needs.
• Attends continuing education programs and participates in program evaluation.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing
• Associate Degree in Nursing
• Associate Degree Nurses are required to enroll in a BSN program within six 6 to nine 9 months of hire and make progress toward and complete their BSN degree within 30 months. ADN nurses receive 100 tuition reimbursement towards a BSN degree from an accredited program.
• Current RN Illinois license
• Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN degree or higher
• 2 years of ICU experience

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: FullTime 0.9
• Shift: Nights 7pm7am
• Work Location: Onsite
• Unit/Department: 3B Burn ICU
• CBA Code: NNU

Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

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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.

Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the preemployment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a preemployment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

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 fulltime 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.

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