RN - Critical Care Unit

Overview

* $10,000 Sign On Bonus RN 1yr 3yr Commitment External Applicants Only
* Position Highlights: R6 Oncology

* Number of beds on unit: 16

* Patient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit):
The Oncology Unit is a 16-bed unit specializing in the care of acutely ill Oncology/Hematology patients, with diagnosis-related to acute and/or chronic illnesses, including but not limited to Oncology/hematology diseases. The unit also takes low acuity medical/ surgical patients as needed.

* Nurse to Patient ratio: 1:4-6

* Department culture and resources:
The Oncology unit is a fast-pace, team-oriented unit. We work closely with our physician partners and ancillary team members to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. We have a robust Partnership Committee that meets monthly. We have a unit-based educator, 2 nurse supervisors and charge nurses.

* Frequent nursing skills/equipment used:
Chemo administration (for chemo-certified staff), Foley/IV/NG/Mediport insertions, Central line care and lab draws, Nursing prioritization, IV pumps, PCA pumps, Feeding pumps, Lift equipment, SCDs, Telemetry monitoring, Patient connection

Qualifications

Certifications:

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA)
American Heart Association (AHA);
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
American Heart Association (AHA);
Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR),

Education:

Nursing Diploma ,

Work Experience:

RN 1yr

Responsibilities

Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.

Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.

Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.

Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.

Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.

Ensures good communication with patients/family by utilizing meaningful hourly rounding, bedside report and whiteboards Works with ventilated patients for early mobility Collaborates with team to ensure best outcomes Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays, such as intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, and cardiac rhythms from cardiac monitors, respirators, ventilators, oxygen pumps, etc.

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