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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
SUMMARY: 
Responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the OR and other areas of perioperative services for all patient populations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
<ol>
<li>Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.</li>
<li>Assess patients at intervals as stated in policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Develop an individualized perioperative patient plan of care.</li>
<li>Implement the plan of care by
<ol>
<li>protecting the patient from injury caused by extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, laser, mechanical, and thermal sources;</li>
<li>performing accounting procedures to protect the patient from unintended retained surgical items;</li>
<li>performing interventions necessary to ensure that the patient’s procedure is performed on the correct site, side, and level;</li>
<li>managing the patient’s specimens according to organizational policy and procedures;</li>
<li>communicating the patient’s current status to relevant parties throughout the continuum of care;</li>
<li>administering medications safely and correctly;</li>
<li>performing interventions to maintain the patient’s wound and tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels;</li>
<li>performing interventions to maintain the status of the patient’s genitourinary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine, respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological systems and fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balances at or above baseline levels;</li>
<li>performing interventions to ensure the patient is at or returned to normothermia at the conclusion of the immediate postoperative period;</li>
<li>performing interventions to protect the patient from surgical site infection;</li>
<li>assessing the knowledge level of the patient or designated support person;</li>
<li>providing education regarding the expected psychosocial response, nutritional management, medication management, pain management, wound management, and expected responses to the operative or invasive procedure;</li>
<li>involving the patient or designated support person actively in decisions affecting his or her perioperative plan of care and the rehabilitation process;</li>
<li>protecting the patient’s rights, dignity, and privacy;</li>
<li>providing age-specific, culturally competent, ethical care within legal standards of practice; and</li>
<li>providing consistent and comparable care regardless of the setting.</li>
</ol>
</li>
<li>Evaluate the patient’s progress toward attaining outcomes.</li>
<li>Transfer care as applicable.</li>
<li>Delegate tasks according to the state Nurse Practice Act and job descriptions.</li>
<li>Document nursing care accurately, completely, and legibly.</li>
<li>Collaborate effectively with other disciplines as applicable.</li>
<li>Participate in quality review and performance improvement projects.</li>
<li>Participate in the performance appraisal process.</li>
<li>Use problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with team members.</li>
<li>Maintain required competencies.</li>
<li>Pursue professional growth and participates in a professional organization.</li>
<li>Act as a patient advocate and maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.</li>
</ol>

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Other duties as assigned from time to time.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
None

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE: 
<ol>
<li>Graduate from an accredited school of nursing</li>
<li>Current registered nurse licensure in state of employment</li>
</ol>

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: 
<ol>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred</li>
<li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certification</li>
<li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification</li>
<li>Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, depending on patient population</li>
</ol>
AGE OF POPULATION SERVED:
Newborn ⁯ Infant/Pediatric ⁯ Adolescent ⁯ Adult ⁯ Geriatric ⁯ All X⁯ No Patient Care 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
<ol>
<li>Physically demanding, high-stress environment</li>
<li>Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions</li>
<li>Pushing and pulling heavy objects</li>
<li>Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients</li>
<li>Manual and finger dexterity</li>
<li>Hand and eye coordination</li>
<li>Standing and walking for extensive periods of time</li>
<li>Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs</li>
<li>Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range</li>
<li>Working under stressful conditions</li>
<li>Working irregular hours including call hours</li>
</ol>

RN NEW GRAD - PACU

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany 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 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?Job Description 
Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: internal employees who are new graduate RNs seeking their first nursing position are eligible.
External candidates must have 1+ year of RN experience in order to qualify for the sign-on bonus.
The Registered Nurse BSN embodies the attributes of the Relationship Based Care model and performs to PPM core functions. Under the direction of the department leadership, consistently reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the State of Illinois Nurse Practice Act, 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.
Responsibilities:
Relationship to Patient/Family and Community
Care Coordination
<ul>
<li>Performs a comprehensive assessment on all assigned patients as evidenced by completed documentation.</li>
<li>Communicates changes in patient’s condition promptly.</li>
<li>Utilizes appropriate nursing diagnosis and data from the assessment to derive realistic outcomes and documents them as measurable goals on the plan of care; modifies care plan, if indicated, in order to identify realistic patient goals.</li>
<li>Identifies and prioritizes patient needs and/or nursing diagnosis for patients and documents.</li>
<li>Collaborates with patient, family, and other members of the health care team when planning patient care and documents accordingly. Assesses patients with regard to discharge planning and makes the appropriate referrals as necessary.</li>
<li>Evaluates and documents the patient response to nursing interventions and alters the plan of care as necessary.</li>
<li>Assesses patients with regard to discharge planning and makes the appropriate referrals as necessary, including palliative care.</li>
<li>Assures a completed discharge instructions, medication reconciliation and provide information to patient/family regarding the use of the patient portal and other pertinent resources.</li>
</ul>
Patient Education/Ethic and Diversity
<ul>
<li>Supports patient/family/spiritual/cultural needs when assessing the patient and family needs for teaching; identifies the patient's learning level and readiness, and documents education record.</li>
<li>Utilizes the teach back methodology for advancing patient education about medication side effects and new medication education.</li>
<li>Utilizes and distributes Krames for patient education /clinical condition.</li>
<li>Utilizes culture vision as a resource in care planning and delivery.</li>
<li>Treats patients, families and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity.</li>
<li>Acknowledges and values the contributions of patient’s significant others as an integral part of the plan of care.</li>
<li>Adheres to ethical standards of practice.</li>
<li>Calls for an ethics consult when appropriate.</li>
</ul>
EBP and Research
<ul>
<li>Implements nursing interventions consistent with the established plan of care based on evidenced based care.</li>
<li>Maintains and advances the professional image and science of nursing and the practice of professional nursing through use of best available evidence utilizing resources such as Ovid/Joanna Briggs, Up to Date, Culture Vision, and other reliable sources of evidence.</li>
<li>Demonstrates active involvement in clinical LADDER project or process improvement at the unit/organization level.</li>
</ul>
Healing Safe Environment
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates safe medication administration through the use of bar coding</li>
<li>Promotes and strives to protect the health, safety and rights of the patient</li>
<li>Conveys complete, timely, and accurate information at bedside shift report/hand-off</li>
<li>Rounds hourly in collaboration with patient care technician</li>
<li>Protects patients by maintaining a safe environment of excellence</li>
<li>Demonstrates innovation and participation in meeting unit based and organizational quality metrics on the exceptional care dashboard</li>
<li>Ensures clinical practice excellence that focuses on preventing pressure ulcers, falls, CAUTI’s and central line infections (as appropriate to area of practice).</li>
<li>Participates as a unit safety facilitator or as identified resource for quality initiatives as requested</li>
<li>Participates in unit huddles</li>
</ul>
Relationship to Colleagues
Shared Leadership
<ul>
<li>Oversees and directs the work of patient care or support techs; maintains overall accountability for the care of assigned patients.</li>
<li>Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in leading and directing others; deals with conflict directly and appropriately.</li>
<li>Demonstrates proficiency in the charge nurse/preceptor role when assigned; assumes responsibility for coordinating patient care for the entire unit.</li>
<li>Takes the clinical lead when patient’s condition changes and confers with the primary care physician about the appropriate treatment plan or the need to transfer to the appropriate level of care.</li>
<li>Serves as a resource and role model for new staff, students, and other system personnel</li>
<li>Assists with precepting, unit orientation, and mentoring as requested.</li>
<li>Participates in the peer evaluation process by providing feedback to colleagues on a regular basis, and through participation in clinical case peer review.</li>
<li>Works collaboratively with all hospital services to responsibly accomplish daily work and maintain an environment of excellence.</li>
<li>Identifies barriers to effective clinical practice and communicates to nursing leadership and practice operations council.</li>
</ul>
Resource Utilization
<ul>
<li>Ensures an appropriate level of care order is documented in the EMR for all admissions.</li>
<li>Understands and adheres to the charging of supplies.</li>
<li>Participates in any value based unit/organizational initiative.</li>
<li>Demonstrates a personal commitment to decreasing utilization overtime hours.</li>
</ul>
Use of Technology
<ul>
<li>Assures all electronic and paper documentation is complete.</li>
<li>Utilizes the guardrails for the Alaris pump.</li>
<li>Understands physiologic monitoring and the implications to drive changes to clinical management of the patient.</li>
<li>Utilizes the bed management system</li>
<li>Identifies new technologies for unit, hospital or system use.</li>
<li>Participates in CEOC activities for the advancement and optimization of the medical record as requested.</li>
</ul>
Relationship to Self
Professional Practice
<ul>
<li>Attends internal professional development offerings i.e. Schwartz Rounds, Nursing Grand Rounds.</li>
<li>Obtains certification in the nursing specialty of practice.</li>
<li>Demonstrates accountability for his/her professional practice-competencies, ELM learning, dress code adherence</li>
<li>Participates in professional organization through membership, leadership, or committee work</li>
<li>Takes assigned lunch breaks.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required: 
<ul>
<li>
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
</li>
<li>
Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse
</li>
<li>
Basic Life Support
</li>
</ul>
Preferred: 
<ul>
<li>National Certification in area of specialty</li>
<li>
Strong interpersonal skills
</li>
<li>
Ability to collaborate with others
</li>
<li>
Strong analytic abilities
</li>
<li>
Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role.
</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Registered Nurse-Surgical Inpatient Part Time Nights Sign On Bonus Eligible

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany 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 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?Job Description 
Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: internal employees who are new graduate RNs seeking their first nursing position are eligible.
External candidates must have 1+ year of RN experience in order to qualify for the sign-on bonus.
The Registered Nurse BSN embodies the attributes of the Relationship Based Care model and performs to PPM core functions. Under the direction of the department leadership, consistently reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the State of Illinois Nurse Practice Act, 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.
Responsibilities:
Relationship to Patient/Family and Community
Care Coordination
<ul>
<li>Performs a comprehensive assessment on all assigned patients as evidenced by completed documentation.</li>
<li>Communicates changes in patient’s condition promptly.</li>
<li>Utilizes appropriate nursing diagnosis and data from the assessment to derive realistic outcomes and documents them as measurable goals on the plan of care; modifies care plan, if indicated, in order to identify realistic patient goals.</li>
<li>Identifies and prioritizes patient needs and/or nursing diagnosis for patients and documents.</li>
<li>Collaborates with patient, family, and other members of the health care team when planning patient care and documents accordingly. Assesses patients with regard to discharge planning and makes the appropriate referrals as necessary.</li>
<li>Evaluates and documents the patient response to nursing interventions and alters the plan of care as necessary.</li>
<li>Assesses patients with regard to discharge planning and makes the appropriate referrals as necessary, including palliative care.</li>
<li>Assures a completed discharge instructions, medication reconciliation and provide information to patient/family regarding the use of the patient portal and other pertinent resources.</li>
</ul>
Patient Education/Ethic and Diversity
<ul>
<li>Supports patient/family/spiritual/cultural needs when assessing the patient and family needs for teaching; identifies the patient's learning level and readiness, and documents education record.</li>
<li>Utilizes the teach back methodology for advancing patient education about medication side effects and new medication education.</li>
<li>Utilizes and distributes Krames for patient education /clinical condition.</li>
<li>Utilizes culture vision as a resource in care planning and delivery.</li>
<li>Treats patients, families and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity.</li>
<li>Acknowledges and values the contributions of patient’s significant others as an integral part of the plan of care.</li>
<li>Adheres to ethical standards of practice.</li>
<li>Calls for an ethics consult when appropriate.</li>
</ul>
EBP and Research
<ul>
<li>Implements nursing interventions consistent with the established plan of care based on evidenced based care.</li>
<li>Maintains and advances the professional image and science of nursing and the practice of professional nursing through use of best available evidence utilizing resources such as Ovid/Joanna Briggs, Up to Date, Culture Vision, and other reliable sources of evidence.</li>
<li>Demonstrates active involvement in clinical LADDER project or process improvement at the unit/organization level.</li>
</ul>
Healing Safe Environment
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates safe medication administration through the use of bar coding</li>
<li>Promotes and strives to protect the health, safety and rights of the patient</li>
<li>Conveys complete, timely, and accurate information at bedside shift report/hand-off</li>
<li>Rounds hourly in collaboration with patient care technician</li>
<li>Protects patients by maintaining a safe environment of excellence</li>
<li>Demonstrates innovation and participation in meeting unit based and organizational quality metrics on the exceptional care dashboard</li>
<li>Ensures clinical practice excellence that focuses on preventing pressure ulcers, falls, CAUTI’s and central line infections (as appropriate to area of practice).</li>
<li>Participates as a unit safety facilitator or as identified resource for quality initiatives as requested</li>
<li>Participates in unit huddles</li>
</ul>
Relationship to Colleagues
Shared Leadership
<ul>
<li>Oversees and directs the work of patient care or support techs; maintains overall accountability for the care of assigned patients.</li>
<li>Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in leading and directing others; deals with conflict directly and appropriately.</li>
<li>Demonstrates proficiency in the charge nurse/preceptor role when assigned; assumes responsibility for coordinating patient care for the entire unit.</li>
<li>Takes the clinical lead when patient’s condition changes and confers with the primary care physician about the appropriate treatment plan or the need to transfer to the appropriate level of care.</li>
<li>Serves as a resource and role model for new staff, students, and other system personnel</li>
<li>Assists with precepting, unit orientation, and mentoring as requested.</li>
<li>Participates in the peer evaluation process by providing feedback to colleagues on a regular basis, and through participation in clinical case peer review.</li>
<li>Works collaboratively with all hospital services to responsibly accomplish daily work and maintain an environment of excellence.</li>
<li>Identifies barriers to effective clinical practice and communicates to nursing leadership and practice operations council.</li>
</ul>
Resource Utilization
<ul>
<li>Ensures an appropriate level of care order is documented in the EMR for all admissions.</li>
<li>Understands and adheres to the charging of supplies.</li>
<li>Participates in any value based unit/organizational initiative.</li>
<li>Demonstrates a personal commitment to decreasing utilization overtime hours.</li>
</ul>
Use of Technology
<ul>
<li>Assures all electronic and paper documentation is complete.</li>
<li>Utilizes the guardrails for the Alaris pump.</li>
<li>Understands physiologic monitoring and the implications to drive changes to clinical management of the patient.</li>
<li>Utilizes the bed management system</li>
<li>Identifies new technologies for unit, hospital or system use.</li>
<li>Participates in CEOC activities for the advancement and optimization of the medical record as requested.</li>
</ul>
Relationship to Self
Professional Practice
<ul>
<li>Attends internal professional development offerings i.e. Schwartz Rounds, Nursing Grand Rounds.</li>
<li>Obtains certification in the nursing specialty of practice.</li>
<li>Demonstrates accountability for his/her professional practice-competencies, ELM learning, dress code adherence</li>
<li>Participates in professional organization through membership, leadership, or committee work</li>
<li>Takes assigned lunch breaks.</li>
</ul>
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Qualifications 
Required: 
<ul>
<li>
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
</li>
<li>
Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse
</li>
<li>
Basic Life Support
</li>
</ul>
Preferred: 
<ul>
<li>National Certification in area of specialty</li>
<li>
Strong interpersonal skills
</li>
<li>
Ability to collaborate with others
</li>
<li>
Strong analytic abilities
</li>
<li>
Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role.
</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Registered Nurse-ICU Full Time Nights Sign On Bonus Eligible

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany 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 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?Job Description 
The &nbsp;Clinical Quality Documentation Specialist I &nbsp;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 Clinical Quality Documentation Specialist I position facilitates improvement in the overall completeness and accuracy of quality data and outcomes through extensive interaction with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary quality committees, multidisciplinary teams and clinical coders.&nbsp; The Clinical Quality Documentation Specialist I applies clinical expertise, knowledge of the national Quality agenda, professional nursing standards, current research, best practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance problem analysis and creative process redesign for clinical documentation.&nbsp;
The Clinical Quality Documentation Specialist I acts as a change agent to systematically drive and implement change as prioritized by Clinical Documentation Leadership and Senior Clinical and Senior Quality leadership and/or through the quality and safety committees. Participates in performance improvement initiatives, receives and monitors control plans and data trends under the purview of the Clinical Documentation and Clinical Quality Programs and in collaboration with clinical interdisciplinary quality committees and physician practices.&nbsp; Key to this role is the ability to compel changes in documentation through in-person interaction to facilitate accurate representations of patient characteristics within the medical record so that process and outcome measures based on documentation reflect performance accurately.&nbsp;
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>In partnership with Clinical Documentation Leadership and the Medical Directors of Clinical Documentation, maintains integrated relationships with business unit and system physician and administrative leaders to advance quality metrics through front-line documentation efforts.</li>
<li>Rounds daily with physician and advanced practice providers (APPs) in assigned service line(s) or business units to ensure appropriate and accurate documentation in the medical record.&nbsp; Ensures the level of services and acuity of care will accurately be reflected in quality outcomes.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Partners with operational and medical leadership in a given service line or business unit to identify, develop and implement successful communication and education, to engage physicians and improve processes and outcomes.</li>
<li>Performs daily medical record reviews in assigned service line(s).&nbsp; Performs data collection activities to identify documentation issues, quality issues, and opportunities for improvement in patient care and services.</li>
<li>Basic understanding of clinical documentation through the lens of local and national quality and ranking methodologies, including but not limited to, U.S. News and World Report, Vizient, Leapfrog, the CMS Star Rating, and payer contracts and assists the Managers of Clinical Documentation in execution of and maintenance of key strategies to effect change.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Understands the basics of leveraging their NM network to initiate conversations, identify root causes and resolution, and align resources.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Analyzes quality and patient safety data to identify patterns in the management of patient care and services using reported 1.) Hospital acquired conditions, 2) Patient safety indicators, 3) Case Mix index, and 4) Expected mortality.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborates with the Clinical Quality Team to model, teach and improve upon the culture of safety with shared improvement in all venues.</li>
<li>Presents updates to operational and medical leadership, attending and resident physicians and interdisciplinary quality committees.</li>
<li>Communicates effectively and collaborates with colleagues and the Clinical Coding Team.&nbsp; Fosters an environment to execute a shared vision in creating a model of best practice in the accurate reporting of patient diagnoses, comorbid conditions and treatment rendered.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Professional Development and Education:
<ul>
<li>Masters evidence and literature in relevant clinical area, discipline, and improvement science, including clinical quality improvement, patient safety, human factors, failure modes, root cause analysis, and related performance and safety resources.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Applies knowledge of professional nursing standards, best practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance problem analysis and resolution and creative process redesign.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Other:
<ul>
<li>Participates in a minimum of one NM Clinical Documentation committee as approved by Manager, Clinical Documentation</li>
<li>Participates on departmental and hospital committees and task-forces as assigned.</li>
<li>Participates in concurrent performance improvement activities and on-going review activities.</li>
<li>Performs other job-related duties as requested, including special projects.</li>
<li>Complies with Northwestern Memorial Hospital policies on patient confidentiality including HIPPA requirements and Personal Rules of Conduct.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois</li>
<li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing</li>
<li>Minimum 2 years of experience of bedside nursing care and participation in clinical quality, patient safety, or related initiatives with evidence of effective change management skills.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Must possess and consistently demonstrate:
<ul>
<li>Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict management, diplomacy and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>Proven leadership to affect positive clinical quality outcomes.</li>
<li>Analytical skills necessary to independently collect analyze and interpret clinical data.</li>
<li>Basic computer skills and willingness to learn computer applications relative to this position</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>Master’s Degree</li>
<li>Five years’ experience in medical/ surgical, critical care, intensive care or emergency care preferred</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Clinical Quality Documentation Specialist, Full-time, Days, Hybrid (Sign-on bonus eligible)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description 
<ul>
<li>Status:&nbsp; This is a .8 or 32 hour per week position.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Schedule:&nbsp; 5 days per week, with weekend shifts as needed</li>
<li>Salary:&nbsp; based on nursing license, experience and certification/credentials&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
At our behavioral health center (Crestwood Terrace, an Independent Care Facility or ICF), the MDS Nurse plays a vital role in supporting regulatory compliance while ensuring each resident’s clinical and behavioral health needs are accurately reflected. Your assessments help guide care planning, program services, and reimbursement, all within a recovery-focused, therapeutic environment.
Job Description 
In this role, you will:
<ul>
<li>Complete, coordinate, and transmit MDS assessments in accordance with ICF regulations and required timelines</li>
<li>Ensure clinical documentation supports resident needs, services provided, and regulatory standards</li>
<li>Partner with nursing leadership, providers, and interdisciplinary teams to maintain compliance and accuracy</li>
<li>Track changes in resident status and update assessments as required</li>
<li>Support person-centered care planning using accurate assessment data</li>
<li>Prepare for surveys by maintaining organized, compliant records</li>
<li>Stay current on ICF, state, and federal regulatory requirements</li>
</ul>
Why You’ll Love Working Here
<ul>
<li>This is an opportunity to apply clinical expertise beyond bedside care</li>
<li>Strong leadership support for compliance, accuracy, and quality outcomes</li>
<li>Consistent resident population focused on behavioral health stabilization and recovery</li>
<li>Technology-enabled documentation for efficiency and accuracy</li>
<li>Ongoing education in ICF regulations and assessment best practices</li>
<li>Annual merit increase opportunities</li>
<li>Comprehensive benefits package, including retirement savings</li>
<li>Refer-a-Friend program — earn a bonus for bringing in strong clinicians</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
What we need from you:
<ul>
<li>Registered Nurse (RN - preferred) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Illinois</li>
<li>Current MDS 3.0 certification is preferred</li>
<li>Minimum of 1+ years of MDS experience in a&nbsp;Skilled Nursing Facility or ICF</li>
<li>MOD rotation will be required - approximately 1 weekend every 8 weeks or so</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Note: This overview/Ad is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.&nbsp; More information will be disclosed during your interview and on the formal Job Description.
#indct
This center is managed by TRANSITIONAL CARE MANAGEMENT.&nbsp; We currently provide&nbsp;comprehensive management services to several inpatient healthcare centers throughout Northern IL &amp; the Chicagoland area. These settings include Long-term Care Skilled Nursing (SNFs), Short-term Care Rehabilitation, Intermediate Care (ICFs), and Behavioral Health Service (SMHRFs) centers.&nbsp;
Each center is unique;&nbsp;offering you a variety of long-term career opportunities.

MDS Coordinator (RN or LPN)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany 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 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?Job Description 
The Endoscopy Registered Nurse 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.
An Endoscopy Registered 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. This role effectively interacts with the patient, significant others, and health team members, while maintaining standards of professional nursing. As a professional nurse in Endoscopy, this position utilizes critical thinking, therapeutic communication, and interpersonal relationship building skills and strives to improve team effectiveness, system processes and patient outcomes across the continuum of care.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Nursing process - Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.</li>
<li>Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care.</li>
<li>Involves patient/family to participate in their care, including teaching, continuum of care and discharge planning.</li>
<li>Performs all aspects of patient care in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors incorporating the National Patient Safety Goals.</li>
<li>Adequately assesses and reassesses pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding methods to manage pain.</li>
<li>Demonstrates effective hand-offs to the next healthcare provider.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Assumes required on call assignments.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing required for all new hires after 01/01/2011</li>
<li>Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois</li>
<li>One year of experience in similar role</li>
<li>CPR – Basic Life Support</li>
<li>CPR – Advanced Cardiac Life Support</li>
<li>Basic computer knowledge.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.</li>
<li>Excellent customer service skills.</li>
<li>Consistently works within the framework of the Illinois Practice Act for Nursing and ANA Standards of Professional Nursing Practice.</li>
<li>Ability to assess and determine situations requiring an interpreter and to use the interpreter services effectively.</li>
<li>Must be flexible to scheduling changes including overtime, weekend hours and on-call responsibilities.</li>
</ul>
Preferred: 
<ul>
<li>Three years of experience in a similar role</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Registered Nurse Procedural CDH Endoscopy Lab Part-time Days

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description 
Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. We’re 99,000 strong, with 31,000 students and 68,000 alumni armed with the skills, passion, and determination to make a difference in today’s complex healthcare environment. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 campuses and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at <a href="http://www.chamberlain.edu" target="_blank">www.chamberlain.edu</a>.
Job Description 
Teaching is onsite (in clinical setting) with one of our clinical partners.
Schedule: most commonly 12-hour rotations (7a-7p) for three to four consecutive days.
Adult Health (Medical-Surgical) Nursing course overview:
The focus is on the needs of adult patients and their families regarding health promotion and management of conditions that require acute and chronic care. The nursing process is used in the discussion of health alterations affecting selected life processes. Students continue their professional skill development as members of the health team.
In this role, the clinical instructor:
<ul>
<li>Implements the College's philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through clinical teaching and service to the College, community, health system and profession.</li>
<li>Assumes responsibility for all autonomous aspects of individual teaching assignments.</li>
<li>Plans clinical experiences for and provides direct supervision and evaluation of nursing students delivering nursing care to an individual or group of individuals.</li>
<li>Evaluates and provides documented feedback to student on level of performance based on course objectives.</li>
<li>Is available for remediation of students as required or needed.</li>
<li>Orients and maintains current knowledge related to agency/clinical policies, procedures, and expectations with the assistance of the agency/clinical personnel.</li>
<li>Develops and posts written clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, skill competency and individual learning needs.</li>
<li>Grades homework, quizzes, tests, lab assignments, clinical paperwork and other written work in a timely manner.</li>
<li>May teach didactic course content under supervision of course coordinator.</li>
<li>Keeps course coordinator informed of all student and agency issues and concerns.</li>
<li>Reports to the dean or assistant dean: a course coordinator will also provide direct oversight.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
You are encouraged to explore this opportunity if you have:
<ul>
<li>A master's or doctoral degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university.</li>
<li>An unencumbered professional nursing license in the state of Missouri.&nbsp;</li>
<li>At least two years professional experience within last five years in the area of instruction as a registered nurse.</li>
<li>Teaching or precepting experience is preferred but not required.</li>
<li>Have genuine passion for nursing, education, and lifelong learning.</li>
<li>Have exceptional subject matter expertise with excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Are eager to serve students and colleagues with passion, respect and care.</li>
<li>Operate with a sense of responsibility and purpose with the desire to enrich colleagues, students and the broader community.</li>
<li>Illinois RN License will be required to teach all courses&nbsp;(course assignments prioritized to professors who are currently licensed in Illinois)</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Chamberlain Visiting Professor Position - Campus In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected compensation rate for this position is between $1,120 per assignment to $7,245 per assignment, depending on the credit hour assigned to the course.
Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. At Adtalem, we welcome everyone and have a strong commitment towards diversity and inclusion. We encourage our Colleagues to be their true authentic selves and support laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.
Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation
Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

Adult Health/Medical-Surgical Clinical Faculty (Part-Time): St. Louis, Missouri

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)&nbsp;
Full-time
Days, 3/4 Rotation!&nbsp;
Off every other weekend!
Great Compensation and great benefits!&nbsp;
in Louisville, TN
Experience a work culture where nurses are valued, management backs you and you’re empowered to be a patient’s advocate. At Interim HealthCare®, these are just a few of the rewards you’ll enjoy as a Home Health Nurse.
Why Work for Interim HealthCare?
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to nurses is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for nurses in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network of nurses who have rediscovered the passion that led them to nursing.
&nbsp;Our Home Health Nurses enjoy some notable benefits:
<ul>
<li>1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes</li>
<li>Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance</li>
<li>Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs</li>
<li>Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University</li>
<li>PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical/Dental/Vision &amp; 401(k) Benefits</li>
</ul>
As a Home Health Nurse, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:
<ul>
<li>Provide in house care to patients with illnesses, injuries and chronic diseases—often after hospital discharge—under the supervision of an RN</li>
<li>Work with a team of physicians, RNs, CNAs and aides to deliver quality patient care</li>
<li>Take patient vitals, do assessments, document progress and report changes to RN supervisor</li>
<li>Assist RN in carrying out patient’s plan of care and teaching patient self-care techniques</li>
<li>Educate family on the patient’s plan of care, medication and home safety &nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and plan for discharge</li>
</ul>
A few must-haves for Home Health Nurses:
<ul>
<li>Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and active RN OR LPN license in TN</li>
<li>CPR certification&nbsp;</li>
<li>Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations</li>
<li>Clinical proficiency in nursing, strong communication skills and compassion</li>
</ul>
Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse - Private Duty - Louisville, TN

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany 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 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?Job Description 
The Cardiac Navigator RN &nbsp;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 Cardiac Navigator is responsible for proactively managing the continuum of care for the cardiac patient population from pre-admission to discharge.&nbsp; The position serves as the central liaison for patients, families, clinical providers, physicians and all other members of the care team involved in the patients’ care.&nbsp; The position champions optimal clinical outcomes along with appropriate and efficient resource utilization, and ensures patients and families proceed seamlessly throughout the course of their care.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>This position assists patients having cardiovascular services by navigating care through their entire experience.</li>
<li>Initiates contact with patients to engage them in their plan of care and provide continuous education based on needs.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary cardiovascular team to optimize health care plans for individual patients through the development and use of multidisciplinary plans of care.</li>
<li>Conducts regular rounds on all patients while in the hospital and continuously evaluates each patient’s care needs, discharge planning needs, education needs, and level of satisfaction.</li>
<li>Coordinates timely discharge plans to meet post-hospital needs for recovery/care.</li>
<li>Arranges appropriate follow up care, including scheduling post-hospital physician follow up appointments, and provides patient/family with linkage to community resources.</li>
<li>Interface with other healthcare teams for appropriate referrals/services such as the social worker, dietician, financial counselor, rehabilitation, smoking cessation, etc.</li>
<li>Continually assess patients’ treatment progress and educational needs, working with the care team to make adjustments to care based on the assessment; consults with primary physician or designee and other members of the care delivery team as needed.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Documents on all patient interactions and care planning.&nbsp; Communicates with physicians to obtain orders and documentation required to initiate post-hospital care.</li>
<li>Completes follow-up phone calls to patients after discharge from the hospital.</li>
<li>Monitors patient satisfaction outcomes for individual stays and patient populations. Works collaboratively with patient health care team to identify opportunities for improvement and implement best practice solutions.</li>
<li>Responsible to assure that metrics are in place and abstracted to show continuous improvement in the care for the cardiac patient and supports Joint Commission and any other designated regulatory or registry data collection as assigned.</li>
<li>Stays up to date on industry best practices through continuing education and maintaining a network of professionals to exchange ideas and benchmark best practices. Looks for opportunities to learn new skills and new tasks.</li>
<li>Routinely assists other team members as needed. Actively contributes to team goals by encouraging and helping each other perform to the best of their capabilities, developing and reaching goals together, recognizing the contribution of others and promoting positive working relationships.</li>
<li>Proficient in computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), other office technology and EMR</li>
<li>Have the ability to function independently, adapt to workload demands, set priorities and understand and set goals</li>
<li>Ensure that processes and protocols are in place to assure smooth operations and patient flow</li>
<li>Collaborate with the clinic manager and/or Director of Cardiology to ensure completion of all program documentation for compliance with regulatory standards</li>
<li>Identify and implement practices and protocols based on evidence based data and research to improve quality and cost effective patient outcomes</li>
<li>Participate in development of education materials and patient education</li>
<li>Evaluate the effectiveness of care delivery and provide feedback</li>
<li>Participate in CEU programs, conferences, seminars and workshops</li>
<li>Identify program education/training needs and assist with curriculum development and organization of in-service programs</li>
<li>Contribute and provide insight in the development of program goals.</li>
<li>Have the ability to cope with high stress levels associated with ongoing and changing needs of patients and care planning developed by provides and the overall demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, physicians and other healthcare workers</li>
<li>Assessment and decision making skill in the management of acute and chronically ill patients</li>
<li>Possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette</li>
<li>This position performs other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>BSN – or completion within 2 years</li>
<li>Registered Nurse/Illinois Licensure</li>
<li>CPR certification</li>
<li>2-3 years clinical nursing experience</li>
<li>Physical ability to perform functional requirements as detailed</li>
<li>3-5 years’ experience with coordination of care activities</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary team</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>2 to 5 years position related experience</li>
<li>ACM or CCM&nbsp; certification</li>
<li>Knowledge of insurance guidelines, CMS requirements, and other payor requirements</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Cardiac Navigator RN-Cardiology full time days

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
INTRODUCTION
Company Overview:
This position is available with Upstate HomeCare, a BioMatrix company.
BioMatrix is a nationwide, independently-owned infusion pharmacy with decades of experience supporting patients on specialty medication. Our compassionate care team helps patients navigate the often-challenging healthcare environment. We treat our patients like family and get them started on therapy quickly. We work closely with them as well as their family and their healthcare providers throughout the patient journey, staying focused on optimal clinical outcomes.
At BioMatrix the heart of our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, &amp; Access (IDEA) philosophy is the commitment to cultivate a welcoming space where everyone’s contributions are acknowledged and celebrated. Our goal is to draw in, develop, engage, and retain talented, high-performing individuals from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints. We believe that both respecting and embracing diversity enriches the experiences and successes of our patients, employees, and partners.
Schedule:
Varied Hours Occurring Monday Through Friday Between 8:30am Eastern Standard Time To 5pm Eastern Standard Time
Location:
BioMatrix Specialty Infusion Pharmacy is seeking a Part-Time Per Diem Infusion Nurse to see patients in their homes in Watertown, NY. Work location is subject to change based on business needs.
On-Call:
Participation in the on-call rotation is a requirement of this position. It is anticipated that an incumbent in the position would be on-call approx. once every eight (8) weeks for two (2) weekdays per month and one (1) weekend.
Job Description:
A Registered Nurse for Home Infusion inserts, monitors and removes an IV used to give medications, blood products and nutrition to a patient. During the IV therapy, the nurse monitors the patient for adverse reactions and ensures that the tubing, bandages and needle stay in place. When a patient needs blood levels checked, an IV nurse performs a veinous phlebotomy. During the entire IV therapy process, the nurse obtains sets of vital signs, completes the physical assessment and review of systems, documents all patient-related activities and records the medications they use.
Provides and coordinates all aspects of staffing services to the patient with the assistance of the Company Directors, Nursing Coordinator and the Director of Nursing. Communicates with the patients to determine problems and/or solutions regarding their treatment. The Per Diem RN also conveys collected documentation from patient to all necessary internal and third-party external staff regarding scheduling and other pertinent patient information.
Performs a variety of duties both clinical and nursing notes documentation. This position requires skill in planning, organizing, scheduling and coordinating the delivery of patient care by all staff personnel including but not limited to complete documentation of nursing care and submission of nursing notes.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
<ul>
<li>Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university required</li>
<li>IV certification &amp; experience in central line care and management required</li>
<li>Current state RN license in location denoted in posting required</li>
<li>Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience required</li>
<li>Valid state driver’s license required</li>
<li>CPR certification required</li>
<li>Home care, critical care, emergency nursing, AIC or hospital discharge planning experience. </li>
<li>Incumbent should have some experience in staffing and should be able to demonstrate the ability to multi-task as well as good communicative and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Basic level skill in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). </li>
<li>Willing to travel to see patients in the homes, and in other health care facilities.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience providing customer service to internal and external customers, including meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree preferred</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>RN license in other states preferred</li>
</ul>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the basic knowledge and judgment to utilize the nursing process to schedule nursing visits in accordance with RX’s and established protocols.</li>
<li>Coordinates SOC and ongoing nursing visits and confirms scheduled visits with both patient and Nursing Agency/RN.</li>
<li>Assures schedule is sent out via email to team members.</li>
<li>Responsible for following up on and entering Therapy Admin reports and emailing to team involved.</li>
<li>Reviews all nurses notes for content and accuracy and completion without omitting necessary information such as drugs given, drug dosing and time of administration.</li>
<li>Continual communication with families, supervisors and field personnel, agencies regarding problems and/or special needs of both the patient.</li>
<li>Responsible to communicate all problems and reportable situations to the referring MD and appropriate MD office administrator and to Biomatrix nursing</li>
<li>Computer functions including but not limited to input, reports, searches, schedules.</li>
<li>Communicates patient/employee information to answering services when necessary.</li>
<li>Has read and understands company compliance paperwork and videotapes.</li>
<li>Performs all duties in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and with the highest ethical standards.</li>
<li>Coordinates staffing in a timely manner while also adhering to confidentiality and ethics as discussed in the compliance program 100% of the time.</li>
<li>Insert intravenous cannulas; administer prescribed intravenous solutions, medications; monitor &amp; maintain infusion sites &amp; system; evaluate responses to prescribed therapy.</li>
<li>Teach patients &amp; caregivers to perform &amp; monitor administration of Home Infusion as prescribed.</li>
<li>Prepare clinical records, care plans, progress notes for each patient visit.</li>
<li>Coordinate schedule of patient visits &amp; phone calls.</li>
<li>Works in patients place of residence.</li>
<li>Drive as assigned within state.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Prior experience in Home Infusion Therapy is preferred. PICC/Port/Midline experience and certification is preferred.</li>
</ul>
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.</li>
<li>Must have scheduling flexibility and be able to work extra hours if needed.</li>
<li>Careful attention to detail.</li>
<li>Performs related duties as requested.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Participates in quality assurance activities and audits as directed.</li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDEGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS
<ul>
<li>Provides professional nursing care within the department</li>
<li>Coordinates care planning with other disciplines</li>
<li>Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical general aspects of care</li>
<li>Determines priorities of care based on physical psychosocial needs of patients, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system</li>
<li>Communicates regarding changes in patient status, symptomatology results of diagnostic studies</li>
<li>Responds quickly accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment</li>
<li>Excellent verbal skills and Good written skills</li>
<li>Excellent Customer Service skills</li>
<li>Must be able to develop caring relationships with their patients and treat them with respect and empathy.</li>
<li>Possess medical-surgical experience or knowledge in phlebotomy and venous access, both of which deal with the collection of blood.</li>
<li>Must be able to work independently, as well as on a team.</li>
<li>Must teach the patient how to properly care for their IV or PICC line and be able to communicate with patients clearly while giving instructions.</li>
<li>Ability to work under high levels of stress, know how to handle critical situations in the home.</li>
</ul>
Communication Skills 
<ul>
<li>Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. </li>
<li>Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. </li>
</ul>
Computer Skills 
<ul>
<li>Become and remain proficient is all programs necessary for execution.</li>
</ul>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
<ul>
<li>This position requires driving to patient homes and other HC facilities, walking, sitting, standing, kneeling or stooping.</li>
<li>This position requires the use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects and the ability to reach with hands and arms.</li>
<li>This position requires constant talking and hearing.</li>
<li>Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.</li>
<li>This position must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds</li>
<li>Required to move/lift physical hardware.</li>
</ul>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If needing a reasonable accommodation within the application process, please contact the BioMatrix People &amp; Culture team at <a href="mailto:Careers@BioMatrixsprx.com" target="_blank">Careers@BioMatrixsprx.com</a> or 954.385.7322 x 1425.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
OTHER 
<ul>
<li>Will participate in legal and ethical compliance training each year.</li>
<li>Will consistently behave in compliance with the BioMatrix, LLC’s legal and ethical policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Will abide by the policies of BioMatrix, LLC as set forth in the Compliance Manual.</li>
<li>Will not participate in any conduct considered to be unethical or illegal.</li>
</ul>

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES 
Supports the organization's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: integrity, dedication, compassion, enrichment and enthusiasm, places patients first, is all-in with stacked-hands, and is focused on relentless consistency wins.
GENERAL INFORMATION: 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization's services (may include: visitors, patients, employees, or others).
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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