Nurse Clinician - Urology Full time Days

Northwestern Memorial Hospital - Chicago, IL

Job Title: Nurse Clinician - Urology Full time Days

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Pay: $34.50 - $56.96 (Hourly Rate)

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City: Chicago

State: IL

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Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
Assist in rectifying deficiencies as requested.
Assume responsibility for and supervision of the appropriate care of medical equipment.
Provide pre-attending care for patients.
Perform a comprehensive assessment of each patient utilizing the nursing process.
Seek solutions and offer opinions to physicians and other health care providers based on findings.
Document all nursing assessments in the patient’s medical record.
Independently perform routine nursing duties including phlebotomy, medication administration, measurement of vital signs, preparation of lab specimens.
Demonstrate clinical competency in performing complex specialty-related procedures.
Interpret and define abnormalities detected in tests and procedures, then take appropriate remedial action.
Communicate and collaborate with other clinical and administrative departments.
Triage and prioritize incoming telephone calls using clinical assessment skills.
Manage urgent/emergent medical situations in accordance with the organization’s protocols.
Serve as a resource for staff and physicians for daily problem solving and decision-making.
Delegate appropriate tasks according to Illinois law and organizational protocols.
Make recommendations to management regarding new policies and procedures.
Initiate and coordinate patient education.

Experience: 2 years of relevant clinical experience in an acute or ambulatory care environment

Education: Associate’s degree in Nursing

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.