Job Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

West Operating Room Registered Nurse is a clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and

coordinates nursing care to the surgical patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and

evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA and AORN

standards of professional nursing practice.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates I-CARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) in daily work and interactions.
• Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers.
• Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions or help to patients and customers with finding their way.
• Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur.
• Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments.
• Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions
• and styles, acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others.
• Standards of Performance Weight
• Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently.
• Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.
• Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.
• Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors incorporating National Patient Safety Goals.
• Involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care, including teaching, continuum of care and discharge planning.
• Demonstrates support and awareness of daily schedule by expediting on-time starts and efficient turnover time between procedures.
• Demonstrates effective hand-off to next healthcare provider.
• Nursing Process- Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.
• The RN directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care.
• Demonstrates the knowledge of the ability to report and arrange for repair of surgical equipment.
• Demonstrates competence in use of complex surgical equipment and supplies.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with anesthesia, physician and team to review and evaluate the plan of care.
• Demonstrates use of key words and behaviors, AIDET and rounding techniques to achieve excellent patient relationships.
• Meets current standards and policies for nursing documentation. Provides documentation that is timely, accurate, up-to-date, complete and legible. Has their nursing documentation audits done.
• Demonstrates knowledge of accurate charging for equipment and supplies.
• Fosters learning experiences of nursing students, float pool staff, and new team members by mentoring. Performs clinical preceptor role inclusive of documentation.
• Attends or reads all staff meeting minutes.
• Demonstrates professional development and commitment to CDH values and code of conduct.
• Maintains and demonstrates knowledge of JCAHO, IDPH, CMS and AORN regulations and requirements. Membership in professional organizations.
• Engages in teamwork as a team player and a team builder.
• Exhibits creativity and flexibility through the dynamics of change.
• Education- attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice through participation in ongoing educational activities appropriate to the area of practice. Seeks experiences and formal independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
• Peer Evaluation-Participates in systematic peer review.
• Collaboration- Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creates a documented plan, focused on outcomes and decisions related to the care and delivery of services, that indicates communication with patients, families, and others.
• Self- Evaluation- Participates in systematic self-review. Takes action to achieve goals identified during the evaluation process.
• Research- Utilizes the best available evidence, including research findings to guide practice decisions.
• Uses the results of quality improvement activities to initiate changes in nursing practice and in the healthcare delivery system.
• Participates in shared governance, committee work, and unit projects.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must possess three or more years of current acute nursing experience within past 5 years in 3 areas in Women and Children’s Services. Candidates for Women and Children’s Services with experience in 2 areas will be considered but, must be willing to train in a third area.
• Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse program. BSN required for all new hires as of 1/1/2011. Must have PALS and/or NRP certification based on which areas they are floating.
• Basic computer knowledge. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Excellent customer service skills. Consistently works within the framework of the Illinois Practice Act for Nursing and ANA Standards of Professional Nursing Practice. Ability to assess and determine situations requiring an interpreter and to use interpreter services effectively.
• CERT BLS, LIC RN

Preferred:

• CERT NRP, CERT PALS

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.