STAFF NURSE I - CENTER FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH - GYNECOLOGY/ONCOLOGY
Company: University of Illinois
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Staff Nurse I - Center for Women's Health -
Gynecology/Oncology
Hiring Department: Center for Women's Health -
Gynecology/Oncology
Location:Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID:1026723
FTE :1
Work Schedule -M-F 0830-1700
Shift : Days
# of Position:1
Posting Date: 8/2/2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research
universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the
largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students,
comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and
is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian
American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution
(AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16
colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized
multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic,
corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full
complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge
and transformational research along with a commitment to the
success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and
engaged urban university. Recent Best Colleges rankings published
by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings
among top public schools in the nation and among all national
universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the
largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
Staff Nurse I is accountable for the delivery of patient care
utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as
the framework. The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and
takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared
Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and
standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. Through
therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and
colleagues, the Staff Nurse I functions as an interdisciplinary
team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and
organizational goals. This position will care for patients in the
Women's Health - Gynecology Oncology Clinic.
Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical
--- Completes required orientation program and unit-specific
competencies.
--- Develops, implements and updates the patient's plan of care
based on on-going assessment of the patient and input from the
patient's family.
--- Shares information and collaborates with other members of the
health care team to promote effective patient care.
--- Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician
assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions
as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the
electronic medical record.
--- Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to
develop an appropriate patient educational plan
--- Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities and responds to
patient's changing needs.
--- Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per
the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and
feedback.
--- Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health's values through
teamwork and effective communication in an effort to achieve
quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a
clean, safe and therapeutic environment.
--- Navigation of Gynecologic Oncology patients through the
continuum of care
--- Maintain Gynecologic Oncology Clinic schedule, including
scheduling all patients for clinic, obtain medical records for
consultation with new patients. Follow up with patients that miss
appointments in the clinic.
--- Coordination of patient flow during clinic.
--- Educate patients regarding testing, treatment course, and
pre-op/pretesting instructions.
--- Provide patient with information regarding diagnosis and
treatment.
--- Scheduling and precertification of procedures and surgery.
--- Coordinate with Primary Care Providers and specialists office
to obtain pre-op clearance and referrals.
--- Scheduling patients for testing and consultations appointments
with other practitioners ie. heme/onc, radiation oncology,
cardiology.
--- Documentation and communication of patient's questions,
concerns and education with Gynecologist's throughout the continuum
of care.--- Send updates to the patients PCP, Referring Physicians,
and Oncologists.
--- Complete FMLA papers, short and long term disability papers,
IBCCP applications.
--- Inform the patient of test results as directed by the
physician, either by phone or by mail.
--- Follow up and inform the physicians of abnormal lab
results.
--- Assist with patient enrollment in clinical trials.
--- Facilitate appointments for support services, including
transportation, ACS, Social Worker consults, Support Groups and
Community Services.
--- Patient Phone Triage --- Serve as a member of the Cancer
Committee--- Collaborate with community partners to provide a
network of support services to the cancer patients.
--- Administers chemotherapy, blood and blood products, fluids,
injections and creates individualized care plans on patients under
their supervision and care.
--- Participates in research to enhance treatment protocols
assigned to patients.
--- Provides Distress Screening for Gynecologic Oncology
patients
--- Meets with patients/family prior to, during and /or after
surgery to answer questions regarding procedure, to clarify after
care needs and to assure that post-operative instructions are
understood.
--- Oversees and participates in the development and presentation
of patient education (individual and group).
--- Promotes patient/family independence through education related
to patient treatment, medication, and self-care requirements
related to the population.
--- Assists practitioners in the discharge of patients from their
visit. Participates and documents patient specific teaching
Other duties as assigned
Professional/Leadership
--- Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others,
the community, and the nursing profession.
--- Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research,
current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide
quality patient care as measured by established nursing quality
standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies.
--- Utilizes the hospital approved acuity tool and the electronic
scheduling tool, to facilitate optimal staffing, scheduling and
patient assignments.
--- Recognizes and supports Shared Leadership as the selected
method of nursing governance
--- Participates in organizational, departmental and shared
leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily
behavior.
--- Demonstrates accountability for job performance by: (1) seeking
opportunities to enhance job skills and knowledge; (2) maintaining
conditions of employment (RN licensure, BLS and other required
unit-specific certifications).
--- Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing
appropriate resources and tools.
--- Receives and provides feedback to members of the health care
team regarding performance/practice.
Organizational
--- Adheres to UI Health's Code of Conduct.
--- Treats patients/families, staff, students and visitors with
respect and dignity.
--- Adheres to Nursing's time, overtime and attendance
policies.
--- Completes electronic learning modules and related programs as
assigned by UI Health by established date
--- Complies with University Health Services TB, flu compliance and
fit-testing requirements
--- Utilizes established communication channels/chain of command to
escalate or resolve patient care problems.
--- Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit
problems and participates in problem solving and resolution.
Education/Research
--- Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote and provide
positive learning experiences for staff and students
--- Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing staff and
students.
--- Accesses UI Health intranet/Outlook for relevant communication
and to review and interpret changes in policy, procedure and other
information pertinent to practice
--- Supports nursing and multidisciplinary research efforts
conducted on the unit and UI Health.
--- Takes responsibility for continued professional
growth/development by identification of learning needs and
initiates strategies to meet such needs.
Reporting Structure
--- This person works independently within the scope of nursing
practice. The Clinic Director/ANIII, acting as coach and mentor,
provides direction, guidance, and feedback regarding practice and
performance. The employee's performance is evaluated annually in
writing and more frequently if needed. The employee and
Director/ANIII, meet on an as needed basis for coaching and
mentoring where support, guidance and direction can be given. The
RN provides and receives input from peers regarding
practice/performance
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
2 years Oncology experience preferred
2 years Gynecology experience preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse from the State
of Illinois Current AHA BLS/CPR
Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy certification and any other
required unit-specific certifications
Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate
therapeutic relationships between patients, families and health
care providers
Basic computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the
Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training
This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the
hire date
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer,
including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and
complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.
Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our
non-discrimination statement and find additional information about
required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct
disclosures, and employment eligibility review through
E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.
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