at NorthShore University Health System in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Highlights:
Sign on bonus: None
Position: RN - Cardiology
Location: Chicago, IL
Full Time
Hours: Per Diem Days
Required Travel: None
What you will need:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
At least two (2) years overall nursing experience with at least 6 months in any of these areas: Emergency unit, CCU,ICU
Demonstrates mastery of nursing skills.
Communicates effectively; able to work as a team with other allied health and nursing personnel.
Current RN Illinois license
Must have ACLS within in 3 months of hire
Must have American Heart Association CPR
General Summary:
As an experienced practitioner, is accountable for providing high quality, individualized, goal-directed care for all levels of patients in accordance with the philosophy of the Division of Nursing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital.
Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care of assigned cardiac patients based upon current nursing standards and practices.
Administers cardiac stress testing including pharmacologic stress testing.
Ability to interpret EKG rhythms and 12-lead EKGs
Performs TEE, Cardioversion and Tilt Table exams
Provides clinical guidance for staff in the provision of patient care.
Maintains a safe, therapeutic working environment and recognizes the need for action in emergency situations, and takes appropriate corrective action.
Enhances own professional growth and development.
Reads, discusses and evaluates current research for possible implementation.
Demonstrates knowledge of current nursing/hospital policies and procedures, nursing committee activities, and unit-based quality assurance/improve activities.
Demonstrates cost-containment in the provision of patient care.
Perform IV puncture on outpatients
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Develops and teach cardiac rehab educational programs focused on heart disease prevention.
PATIENT CARE/AGE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
Staff nurses working in specialty areas possess a knowledge of procedures specific to that patient population including age specific needs, e.g. a Staff Nurse working with pediatric patients would receive credentialing regarding the needs of children and adolescents. Each unit is responsible for providing specific credentialing.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
N/A
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS
Nurses, physicians
Personnel of other departments
Patients
Family/friends of patients
ENVIRONMENT
May be in an upright position and moving about most of the working time.
May lift heavy objects.
Use of computer.
Potential for exposure to chemicals, airborne diseases, blood and bodily fluids.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Benefits:
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Discounted Parking at designated locations
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
