Pre/Post-Op Clinical Nurse - Feinberg PACU, Full-time, Mid-shift/Evenings

Northwestern Memorial Hospital - Chicago, IL

Job Title: Pre/Post-Op Clinical Nurse - Feinberg PACU, Full-time, Mid-shift/Evenings

Position: Registered Nurse in the Feinberg Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $39.00 - $60.57 (Hourly Rate)

Shift: Three 12-hour shifts per week, 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM

Work Type: On-Site

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City: Chicago

State: IL

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Develop an individualized, age-specific, culturally sensitive nursing plan of care based on the nursing process.
Incorporate the role of patient advocate into the plan of care.
Use a team approach to achieve daily patient-centered individualized care goals.
Acknowledge and value the contributions of the patient's significant others in the care plan.
Identifies potential conflict situations and facilitates resolution using established communication channels.
Promote and protect the health, safety, and rights of the patient.
Maintain a safe environment for patients.
Participate in research-related activities including evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives.
Practice safe post-operative care which includes assessment, identifying potential complications, and discharge teaching.
Identify potential pre-anesthetic surgical risk factors.
Enhance clinical expertise through continuing education opportunities and by obtaining specialty certification when eligible.
Share knowledge and expertise through education of team members, patients, and students.
Demonstrate critical thinking by integrating theoretical knowledge to pose relevant clinical questions.
Evaluate and document patient responses to nursing interventions in the health record.
Delegate and supervise interventions to implement the plan of care.
Convey complete, timely, and accurate information during handoff.
Participate in volunteer initiatives annually.

Experience: At least two years of ICU, PACU, or ER nursing work experience

Education: Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or higher

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

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