In-House Registry Nurse-Specialty; Pediatric ICU

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the National Nurses Organizing Committee. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants.

JOB SUMMARY:

John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital

In-House Registry Nurse-Specialty Pediatric (ICU)

Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.

• Identifies, plans, and cares for the total needs of patients taking into consideration the age specific needs of patients served in assigned area of responsibility.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment/data collection that includes consideration of biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational and discharge planning factors in a systematic manner.
• Formulates an individualized plan of care based on patient's assessed needs, desired outcome and consideration of age-related requirements.
• Implements care in knowledgeable, skillful, and safe manner based on established patient and nursing practice standards.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care and revise interventions as appropriate.
• Documents all nursing assessments, treatments, medications, tolerance to procedures, changes in condition, intervention, and patient outcomes.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates educational services/programs for patients
• Makes appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situation.
• Performs and/or directs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation activities.
• Operates equipment safely and necessary for providing patient care in assigned clinical area.
• Works and communicates effectively with a variety of individuals.
• Provides general direction, guidance and coordination of patient care given by other levels of nursing staff.
• Applies knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates awareness of patient/family rights and ethical/legal issues.
• Participates in staff orientation and staff development activities for the unit.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for professional practice, growth and development.
• Maintains BLS/ACLS certification.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois or ability to obtain license two (2) weeks prior to starting employment required (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained)
• At least two (2) years of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit experience required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required (Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained)

• ACLS, CCRN PICU, or other specialty certification preferred

• Knowledge of using medical/surgical equipment
• Demonstrates competence in the safe and effective use of clinical equipment
• Demonstrates working knowledge of the current requirements of accrediting and regulatory agencies
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
• Strong emergency response skills
• Strong customer service and empathy skills
• Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills
• Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy, and precision
• Ability to resolve complex patient/administration problems and research issues
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
• Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction)
• Ability to tolerate exposure to unpleasant noise, odor, and temperature
• Ability to walk extensively, lift moderately heavy objects, and climb stairs
• Ability to consistently push, pull, twist, turn, bend, kneel, stoop, lift and reach above shoulder and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to make appropriate and…