Registered Nurse - Critical Care

ABOUT US

Loretto Hospital is a safety-net hospital that serves more than 33,000 patients each year from Chicago’s Austin and surrounding communities. Established in 1923 as a not-for-profit community-focused healthcare provider, Loretto offers its community a unique patient-centered healthcare delivery system that promotes general wellness and education. The hospital staff are committed to providing the best possible medical care in a holistic, safe and comfortable resident environment. By empowering patients with knowledge and resources, Loretto Hospital strives to cultivate a culture of proactive medical management within the community, with the goal of increasing the quality of life for patients and community residents.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Critical Care Unit.  The Registered Nurse delivers care to Adult and Critical Care patients by utilizing the nursing process and Critical Care nursing standards of practice. The nurse maintains competency and applies scientific knowledge utilizing evidence based practice necessary to meet patient needs. Demonstrates progression of professional development and is supportive of the hospital’s mission, vision and values.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Utilizes evidence-based practice in the delivery of patient care 
• Participates with quality initiatives, research or evidence-based activities 
• Assumes responsibility for seeking data to support care given 
• Demonstrate the commitment to ongoing evaluation of quality and effectiveness of nursing practice in Critical Care. 
• Supports unit standard of practice and performance improvement measures to enhance quality of care and service to the patient. 
• Understands and adheres to Loretto Hospital’s compliance standards as they appear in the Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. 
• Develops a therapeutic relationship with patients and families through communication and acknowledgement of patient /family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes 
• Creates constructive partnerships with peers, professional nurses and other disciplines to achieve positive patient outcomes 
• Provides and gives courteous service to patients, visitors, staff and other disciplines both internal/external customers. Ensures that all communications and job activities results in a positive customer experience 
• Supports and environment conducive to the development and enhancement of working relationships.  
• Facilitates the department/hospitals ability to meet its goals and objectives. Willing to accept additional assignments or assist others to ensure the continuity of
  services. 
• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to collaborate with the client, significant others and health care providers in providing patient centered care. 
• Maintains professional attitude with patients/family and other disciplines 
• Demonstrates required knowledge and skills to efficiently consider individual’s diagnosis, diverse culture, religious beliefs, age, and sexual orientation. 
• Demonstrates the use of the nursing process in analyzing patient condition and implementing the plan of care for optimal outcomes 
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize adverse patient condition and notifies physician appropriately 
• Effectively utilizes problem solving skills to prevent adverse patient events 
• Consistently prioritizes patient care needs and intervenes with high priority first 
• Demonstrates competency with Critical Care Skills 
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with patient/family and other members of the health care team 
• Assumes responsibility for compliance with mandatory competencies 
• Operates assigned equipment and performs all procedures in a safe manner complying with safety standards and goals. 
• Consistently demonstrates responsibility in knowing standards of critical care nursing, hospital policies and procedures  
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. 
• Able to effectively assume the charge nurse role  
• Participates in unit meetings and CCU decision making 
• Assumes role of preceptor for new hired RN’s 
• Assumes leadership role in quality initiatives 
• Acts as a role model for novice nurse 
• Other duties as assigned
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COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understands and adheres to Loretto Hospital’s compliance standards as they appear in the Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.   For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Job Duties” are essential job functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Graduate from an accredited or approved school of nursing.
• Current RN License   
• One year of medical surgical or critical care experience required.  
• Critical care or ED course preferred.  
• The RN must be knowledgeable of current nursing practices. 
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Preferred:

• Bachelor Degree preferred
• CPI Certification preferred 
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk as well as occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Using proper body mechanics, the employee may be expected to lift, pull, push or move patients and/or equipment.  Fine motor skills are required when using hands and fingers to handle, feel or reach.  Normal or corrected vision, hearing and ability to speak are necessary.  Specific vision abilities required include close vision, sharp eye focus and ability to distinguish colors.  There will be periods of stressful intense concentration with more than average pressure used in a variety of problem-solving situations.

WHY LORETTO

Competitive Compensation: Along with a competitive salary, Loretto Hospital offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.

Career Development: Loretto Hospital is a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to administering excellent patient care. Whether you are pursuing a career in allied health, support services, clinical or nursing support, or professional administration, Loretto Hospital is a tremendous place to grow as a health care professional.

Work Environment: As a not-for-profit, community-focused hospital, Loretto Hospital is truly a place where patients come first. We are seeking team members who not only support our mission, but who are customer service-driven and who desire to enhance the patient experience.