Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)

Shift: Shift 4

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $10.00 - $500.00 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The RN Unit Based Per Diem is a nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN UBPD identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN UBPD continues to consult other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure.
• BSN.
• 1-2 years of critical care or ER experience.
• CPR-BLS certification.
• Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• MSN degree.
Physical Demands:
• Lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:
1. Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives, research and evidence based activities.
2. Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
3. Recognizes pattern/ groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to address.
4. Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
5. Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
6. Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
7. Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
8. Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
9. Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
10. Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
11. Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
12. Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
13. Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
14. Demonstrates the ability to effectively precept staff and students on the unit.
15. Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
16. Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
17. Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 4

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $37.50 - $57.19 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The RN 1 is a beginning level nurse who utilizes a scientific and theoretical knowledge base along with policy and procedures, standards of care and protocols to guide practice. The RN 1 relies on the experience, judgment and support of others while developing knowledge in practice. The RN 1 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Qualifications:
Knowledge:
1.Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
2.Maintain current BLS certification.
3.Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) (New graduates must have acceptance into an accredited school of nursing within 6 months from date of hire,
4. Within 1 year from the date of hire, employee must be enrolled in a BSN program.
5. RNs hired prior to 10/22/2020 are grandfathered in with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or diploma in nursing, with no further need to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BAN or BSN).
6. Chief Nursing Officer must provide approval for any RNs with ADN degree hired after 10/22/2020, based upon unit need. ADN RNs hired after 10/22/2020 must show continued enrolment towards a BSN degree with a signature of contract stipulating a BSN degree must be completed within 3 years of hire, Failure to do so will result in termination. ADN RNS are not eligible for leveling to RN3.
Abilities:
1.Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
2.Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
3.The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
4.Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:
1.Seeks out resources to assist in the management of new patient situations.
2.Uses evidence based guidelines (P&P, nursing standards of care, protocols and pathways) consistently.
3.Supports a hospital wide innovation to achieve positive outcomes.
4.Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes
5.Treats patients and families with respect and a sensitivity for diverse viewpoints and cultures.
6.Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team.
7.Works effectively with other professional nurses through mutual support and respect.
8.Demonstrates beginning collaboration skills to meet the needs of patients and families.
9.Utilizes beginning assessment skills to evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patient/family.
10.Uses scientific and theoretical knowledge to develop and implement the plan of care for assigned patients with support from experienced staff.
11.Recognizes a change in patient status and seeks appropriate resources to address concerns.
12.Uses medical devices safely and effectively in the delivery of patient care and seeks guidance when needed.
13.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
14.Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk and seeks guidance when needed.
15.Applies the teaching-learning process effectively to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
16.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals with guidance.
17.Supports unit goals and change initiatives.
18.Demonstrates beginning delegation skills to meet the needs of patients.
19. Other duties as assigned.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Perioperative Care Unit Rcvry

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 12 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 9:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $40.05 - $61.28 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN 2 continues to consult with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. The RN 2 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Qualifications Knowledge:
1.Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
2.Maintain current BLS certification.
3.Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher (except RN1s hired and already working at Rush University Medical Center before October, 2012). All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer into Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group.
a.May accept Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until approved number of ADN hires by Chief Nursing Officer is met with the following stipulations:
i.Baccalaureate degree must be earned within timeframe outlined in the ADN Condition of Employment.
ii.All Conditions of Employment as outline in Offer Letter must be met. Failure to do so will result in termination.
Skills:
1.Analytical ability is required.
2.Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
3.Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Abilities:
1.Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
2.Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
3.The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
4.Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:
1.Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives, research and evidence based activities.
2.Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
3.Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to
address.
4.Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
5.Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of
patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
6.Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
7.Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
8.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
9.Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
10.Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
11.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
12.Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide
risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
13.Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
14.Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
15.Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
16.Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
17.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
18. Other duties as assigned.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Pathology Cytopathology

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (10:00AM - 6:30PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus 

Pay Range: $34.89 - $50.63 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
This position is responsible for performing complex laboratory procedures related to cytopathology testing, including screening slides, performing adequacy checks on fine needle aspirates, and processing and staining specimens. This position requires teamwork to achieve common goals and meet deadlines to provide quality care to clients and patients. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Must adhere to the Rush Code of Conduct and Rush ICARE values: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, executing these values with compassion

Other information:
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree
Certification: CT(ASCP) required
Personal: Interacts effectively with peers, internal and external customers, excellent communication and organizational skills, ability to work effectively with others.
Proficiency Testing: Required to pass CAP proficiency testing annually.
REPORTS TO:
Laboratory Supervisor or Designee
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Able to work in fast pace, often stressful, computerized environment. Able to lift 20 pounds and perform repetitive motions. Works in laboratory with exposure to potentially infectious and hazardous materials.
CLIA QUALIFICATION FOR TESTING:
Employees in this job classification are qualified to perform high complexity testing. Employees' education and/or laboratory experience meet the requirements delineated in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment of 1996.

Responsibilities:
Performs Laboratory Testing
Utilizes required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to perform all laboratory procedures efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision once trained.¡@ All testing must be done following Rush approved Policies and Procedures.
Screening cytopathology slides of both gynecological and non-gynecological fluids
Performs adequacy checks of fine needle aspirates in the clinical areas (IR, OR, Endoscopy, etc).
Process specimens using cytospin, or thin-prep instrument.

Reviews negative cytological cases as a means of quality control.¡@
Participates in the training program for residents of Pathology and retains records of positive and interesting cases for educational purposes and inspecting agencies.

Works closely with clinical staff providing information on correct handling of specimens, test results, pertinent clinical information and decision making priority cases.
Quality Control and Preventative Maintenance
Performs required quality control (QC) procedures and preventative maintenance, including corrective action and documentation, for all procedures and instrumentation. Recognizes QC problems or discrepancies and attempts to determine the cause of problem. Notifies appropriate supervisor or designee regarding QC problems or discrepancies according to the established procedure.
Troubleshooting
Performs basic troubleshooting of equipment and processes with minimal assistance, documents action and notifies appropriate personnel, for example, supervisors, of problems all of the time. Able to recognize when additional help is needed and seeks out that help.
Organization of Work Area
Keeps work area neat, clean, organized, and well stocked at all times. Disinfects area at the beginning and end of each shift.
Specimen Acceptability
Accepts no inappropriate specimens annually.
Turnaround Time Expectations
Meets turnaround time expectations by prioritizing and organizing the workload for the shift. Monitors the pending list periodically to ensure turn-around time of all samples.
Time Management
Utilizes time effectively and seeks out additional job duties when shift tasks are complete. Completes work without incurring overtime. Assists fellow workers to finish shift tasks. Adheres to the defined allotted time for breaks and lunch.
Continuing Education
Required to obtain and document 12 hours of laboratory continuing education per year.
Special Projects
Accepts and/or volunteers for method evaluations and new procedure development or other special projects and completes them within an agreed upon time frame. Participates in procedure implementation and training of new staff and students. Encouraged to identify and participate in process improvement projects.
Tech-in-Charge
May perform the duties of the tech-in- charge for specified periods of time. Over sees operations according to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to appropriate personnel, for example a supervisor or director.
Results Reporting and Reviewing.
Transcribes results accurately into the Lab Information System.
Reviews lab results as required, and takes actions before verification and release.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: MHN Primary Care Case Mgmt

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:30:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $27.47 - $43.27 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The Social Work Care Manager I is an Illinois licensed social worker who provides patient care through a diverse role as a clinician, educator, care coordinator, and advocate. The Social Work Care Manager I collaborates with other members of the health care team to facilitate effective care management and support services at the appropriate level of care and implement sustainable solutions to support patients and families. The Social Work Care Manager I incorporates a motivational interviewing approach, attending to the patient’s ability to successfully self-manage chronic illnesses and effectively utilize health care services. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited university required.
•Current license in Illinois as a Social Worker, LSW OR proof of a pending license obtained within 90 days of hire required. Employee will be subject to demotion or termination if licensure is not obtained within the given timeframe.
•Experience related to psychosocial issues, crisis management, conflict resolution, person-centered planning, and care transitions required.
•Be willing to co-locate in the outpatient clinic when needed.
•Proficient and functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
•Process improvement skills, ability to perform tasks independently, prioritize workload, problem-solve, and analyze data.
•Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•LCSW or commitment to obtain.
•Experience utilizing motivational interviewing preferred.
•Experience working with managed care in a health care setting preferred.
•Case Management certification preferred (or commitment to obtain within 2.5 years).
•Bilingual English/Spanish highly desirable.

Responsibilities:
•Utilizes MHN portal and value-based care EMR reports to identify patients in need of outreach efforts from a psychosocial and environmental perspective based on inter-professional team collaboration, clinic referrals, ER, and patient discharges.
•Facilitates assessment of person's physiological, psychosocial, financial, cultural, and familial situation and coordination of psychosocial services to address person/family/caregiver needs.
•Develops a psychosocial plan of care and serve as a change agent to address the needs of patients with complex psychosocial issues.
•Aligns plan of care (current and anticipated) with available resources and proactively resolve barriers. Promotes cost-effective quality care services.
•Participates in development, implementation, and evaluation of programs within respective RUMG clinics.
•Provide crisis intervention when needed.
•Provides educational materials and resources to patient and family that are in a format which is specific to the patient/family learning abilities and language preference.
•Identifies care management contract outcomes by using care management contract quality measures.
•Models and maintains a quality-based, proactive patient-centered approach to achieve department and institutional goals and process improvements.
•Documents in accordance with regulatory guidelines to ensure effective communications and to support reimbursement standards and requirements. Confers, collaborates, and consults with treatment teams regarding patient progress, transition of care needs; makes referrals and implements discharge plans.
•Organizes and facilitates clinical supervision for social work staff. Manages, reviews, and updates staff continuing education needs.
•Promotes and provides education about the care management role throughout the organization.
•Ensures care management policies and procedures are consistent with regulatory guidelines; provides updates to committees when indicated.
•Other duties as assigned.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Neurosurgery - Clini

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $41.44 - $67.44 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The Practice Manager manages the administrative, financial, and operational activities of clinical practice site(s). The Practice Manager provides administrative leadership to the executive team, medical faculty, and staff in formulating and implementing organizational goals and objectives. This position is directly responsible for daily administrative aspects of the practices' clinical activities, related outpatient operations, budgets, finances, marketing, and public relations. Manages the implementation, direction, and policy development in areas of finance (revenue/expense management), professional fee billing, and general facility operations. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• At least five years of relevant healthcare, hospital, or patient care delivery experience required.
• Strategic leadership and business plan development experience.
• Ability to drive departmental growth and market share.
• Ability to anticipate problems/issues in a complex environment and mitigate the impact on the department.
• Strong communicator with ability to influence providers and staff.
• Able to develop trust and credibility with staff and providers.
• Keeps up with current development and trends in the area of expertise.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Master’s degree.
•Prior experience working in an academic medical center.
• Prior people management experience.

Responsibilities:
• Provides department leadership to achieve RUMC and RUMG strategic priorities, goals, and change initiatives. Influences the development and implementation of short and long-term strategic plans for the Department. Develops long-term strategic & operational staffing plan.
• Maintains a collaborative relationship with physicians, departmental providers, administrative, academic, clinical, and research leaders regarding operational, marketing, and strategic issues.
• Translates goals into actionable business tactics that are aligned with the strategic plans of the department, the medical group, the hospital, and the medical center.
• Engages physicians in a manner that supports best clinical practices and promotes effective management of clinical and financial resources.
• Identifies industry opportunities and threats and recommends strategies to address. Consults with colleagues for best practices and industry trends. Determines the value/cost benefit of resource investments for future growth of the service line.
• Initiates proposals for improved market position, patient experience, operational efficiency, and patient safety with input from department leadership. Oversees clinical, business, and academic operations including implementation and adherence to policies and procedures, patient experience, safety, and quality goals.
• Monitors key performance indicators, scorecards, patient feedback, and financial reports at a departmental and individual level to ensure the data and that the department remains on course to meet or exceed operational goals. Provide feedback to department leadership and faculty for any potential corrective actions.
• Partners with department leadership to support achievement of provider goals, research study success, and appropriate resident and student experience. Tracks and reports physician driven revenue and expenses.
• Provides oversight of staff and faculty including compliance with ICARE values, department, RUMG and RUMC procedures and workflows, and completion of performance review process, on-boarding/off-boarding, credentialing and re-credentialing.
• Participate in the physician recruitment and pro-forma development process.
• Responsible for hiring strong talent with appropriate competencies and skill mix. Monitors staff recruitment, talent development, and performance management.
• Monitors staffing metrics including turnover, key retention indicators, and orientation practices.
• Structures work environment that is supportive of a highly engaged and effective work force. Monitors physician and employee engagement and makes recommendations to improve work culture as necessary.
• Encourage employees to understand Rush goals and industry trends by attending town hall meetings, conferences, and community events.
• Identifies opportunities to expand employees' professional knowledge and responsibilities and supports their career aspirations.
• Maintain regular, two-way communication with staff to understand their work issues and concerns and to build their understanding of Rush and the department.
• Ensures financial performance of department is consistent with institutional practices and budget expectations. Prepares and manages annual operating and capital budget for the department.
• Partners with department leadership in monitoring trends and underlying patient experience issues and institutes Practice changes to resolve problems. Monitors and addresses patient experience feedback.
• Ensures safe work environment and creates an environment that puts patient at center of practice.
• Participates in institutional quality assurance or quality assessment programs.
• May ensure that patient issues/complaints are properly resolved as applicable.
• Responsible for achievement of all compliance, regulatory, joint commission, ECOG/UNOS/OSHA adherence, and other regulatory body requirements.
• Understands and effectively uses EPIC, and other systems and software databases to achieve goals.
• Implements policies, practices, and standards that model and reinforce the Rush mission, vision and values as well as the patient centered/patient first care model. Advocates a culture of Inclusion.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Neurosurgery - Offic

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $57.36 - $85.47 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The Director of Practice Operations reports to the Chief Administrative Officer of the Neurosciences Service Line. Under the CAO’s direction, the Director oversees practice operations and the implementation of policies and procedures; provides direction to practice administrators, managers, nursing leaders, and performance improvement leadership to ensure safe, welcoming and effective delivery of patient care; sets goals and monitors results to assure that service line, department and organizational objectives and operating requirements are met and in line with the goals and mission of the organization; and is responsible for the development, design, operation, and improvement of systems to meet goals and function efficiently and effectively. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Master's degree with 10 years progressive health care leadership experience.
• Practice management experience.
• Demonstrated executive leadership capability, relationship development, financial and analytic skills and business acumen.
• Strategic planning knowledge and experience.
• Ability to promote growth of services through business development and to develop, present, implement, manage, and maintain new, meaningful and effective programs/services.
• Ability to lead and manage projects including selecting, developing, motivating and retaining people to support the clinical and financial objectives of the organization.
• Personal characteristics which include versatility, flexibility, enthusiasm, effective interpersonal and communication skills, and excellent writing skills.
• Evidence of a management style which emphasizes collegiality, teamwork, participation and communication.
• Leadership skills characterized as one who possesses a broad vision of the future of the health care industry, sensitivity to the values and expectations of physicians, management, employee, patient and family, and community constituencies.
• Proven ability to successfully handle multiple complex projects and meet all deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to delegate responsibility to the appropriate members of the RUMG team, allowing them the room to identify ways and means to accomplish specific goals and objectives while maintaining accountability to deliver solutions in a timely manner.
• Success in leading high performing teams; a strong team player. A demonstrated track record of leading people and getting results through others.
• Desire to work in an organization with a diverse work force at all organizational levels.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Experience in an academic medical center.

Responsibilities:
Leadership
1. Fosters a culture that supports the Rush mission, vision, and values.
2. Promotes a work environment that encourages staff involvement and input, assists employees to develop and contribute to the organization, and applies human resource policies fairly and consistently.
3. Functions as a positive, creative and effective leader, taking an active role in performance improvement activities and implementation of new programs.
4. Leads multidisciplinary teams in the development of policies that advance service line consistency and equity; and which support a coordinated and seamless approach to care delivery.
5. Develops innovative initiatives to enhance internal efficiency and achieve measurable and sustainable results.
6. Identifies barriers to successful achievement of goals and leads efforts to effect needed change.
7. Provides strategic and operational planning guidance to service line leadership, and assures that required infrastructure, staffing, resources, and internal processes are in place to achieve the growth, access, and quality goals of the service line.
8. Establishes and maintains excellent working relationships with key leaders throughout the medical center in support of the neurosciences service line.
9. Continuously invests in personal and professional growth, education and development and remains current on all matters relating to high-quality job performance at Rush
Management
1. In conjunction with the service line leadership, mentors and coaches managers, oversees their ongoing development, actively works to promote and recognize excellent performance, and identifies potential new leadership talent.
2. Sets goals and establishes individual performance expectations for direct reports and regularly evaluates their performance against organizational objectives.
3. Works with managers to assure their subordinates set and achieve goals consistent with expectations.
4. Represents the interests of the neurosciences service line in the implementation of technology solutions to support the safe, effective, patient centered, and efficient delivery of patient care.
5. Ensure staff perform to the highest level of their expertise.
6. Works with nursing leaders in the neurosciences service line to define administrative structure, and implement across the enterprise.
Quality
1. Collaborates with physician and administrative leaders to develop and implement practice service standards that enhance the patient experience and support organizational goals.
2. Assures the service line’s compliance with Rush policies and procedures, conformity to governmental, regulatory, and accreditation guidelines, and achievement of meaningful use requirements.
3. Measures and supports adoption of key nursing clinical indicators through the development and implementation of nursing policies, procedures, protocols, expectations, competencies, and standards of nursing practice.
4. Implements leading edge care delivery models and infrastructure
5. Practice Operations
6. Partner with the service line leadership to ensure effective and efficient operations and fiscal viability.
7. Develops, administers, and coordinates operational plans, objectives, and policies in accordance with Rush goals, objectives, and performance standards.
8. Participates in the design and development of new or expanded services and programs; implements new programs as required.
9. Operationalizes service line strategies, goals, and policies. Defines performance measures, monitors on a regular basis, and communicates results.
10. Plans, develops, and implements specific programs, processes, policies, and methods to achieve access, growth, and productivity targets. Defines performance measures, monitors on a regular basis, and communicates results.
11. Centralizes and manages selected functions and activities in a manner that drives efficiency, accuracy, and successful operations.
12. Implements strategies around demand/capacity management and referring physician strategies.
13. Defines staffing models for each disease site to support smooth operations, productivity, safe clinical care, appropriate provider support, and the patient friendly provision of services.
14. Lead efforts in the hiring, evaluation and supervision of the activities of practice administrators and managers of the service line responsible for the day to day operations, assuring that service line goals are achieved.
15. Participates in the effectual integration of business and clinical systems and processes to ensure improved revenue capture and flow.
16. Works with the CAO and Director of Finance in the preparation and management of budgets, monitoring of monthly financial statements, and takes corrective actions as required.
17. Responsible for revenue maximization through collection of co-pays, acceptance of participating health plans and proper coding.
18. Responsible for cost containment through FTE control, supply management and medication inventory.
19. Resolves problems and champions change

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Periop and Interventional Svcs

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 4

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $18.87 - $29.73 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
Responsible for coordinating the Loaner Instrument program and working with the Sterile Processing
Manager and OR Liaison to receive, inventory, prepare, and assemble surgical instrumentation. Prepares
the loaner report based on scheduled cases, facilitating communication with the vendors and charge nurses, and ensuring that the instrument inventory system is updated with all required information.

Required Job Qualifications:
•0 to 1 years’ experience in a Sterile Processing setting/Technician.
•Certification from HSPA (formerly IAHCSMM), CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or other nationally recognized certifying body required.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Experience with Neuro, Ortho, and General Surgical instrumentation.
Physical Demands:

Responsibilities:
•Review schedule, identifies needed instruments, and contacts vendors to ensure instruments are delivered within stated timeframes.
•Familiar with the contracts to verify that RUSH has only items on hand per the contract.
•Cleans, assembles, and prepares instrumentation for sterilization prior to next day’s cases. Must ensure all sterilization guidelines or IFU’s are available for instruments prior to use.
•Creates Loaner report, detailing all needed loaned instrumentation, and send it to surgical services leadership and coordinators team, by 5PM the day prior to surgery.
•Updates inventory management system for all incoming/outgoing instrumentation.
•Works with SPD and OR managers and leadership teams to identify needs and bottlenecks pertaining to instrumentation and implants where IUSS (Immediate Use Steam Sterilization) or patient safety is apparent.
•Performs other duties as assigned.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $23.12 - $36.41 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary

The Clinical Resource Coordinator (CRC) applies a collaborative approach, working with Pharmacists, patients, and Oncology providers, payers and internal/external agencies to provide case management support services related to effective utilization of services and transition planning for adult, geriatric, pediatric and adolescent patients of the Rush Cancer Center. CRC - activities and processes include patient outreach, referral management, follow-up calls, discharge planning, payer certification, denial avoidance and customer satisfaction. CRC services may be coordinated centrally through department or assigned by unit, physician practice or service line. Responsibilities for specific liaison roles may vary depending upon assignment. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• In conjunction with a pharmacy team, manages a patient caseload, serves as resource, sets priorities, and completes assigned medication access tasks.
• Facilitates collaboration with specialty pharmacy team/department to prioritize tasks, ensuring department support needs are met.
• Models ICARE values and actively supports teamwork, customer service, and employee engagement. Flexes schedule to meet department needs.
• Facilitates effective, efficient communication and problem solving with internal and external customers. Using clinical software to document activities and track performance outcomes.
• Seeks continuing education opportunities, completes required in-services and maintains professional growth by attending various department, institutional and external meetings, seminars and workshops.
• Apply performance improvement strategies to promote continuous process improvement.
• Collaborate with team, department, unit staff, and/or physician practice to ensure expectations are met.
• Performs activities in support of patient flow that may include.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Valid State of Illinois Pharmacy Technician license required
• High School diploma and minimum 1 to 2 years’ experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with hospital -related service functions such as: patient interviews, discharge planning/social service basic assessment and referral processes, community resources, finance and payer communication processes and information systems.
• Maintains CE hours required to retain CPhT certification. Obtain certification within 1 year of starting if not certified prior to starting.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: 5Kellog-Adult Observation Unit

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 7:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $40.05 - $61.28 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

This position is eligible for the $5,000 sign on bonus!

Summary:
The RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN 2 continues to consult with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. The RN 2 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Qualifications Knowledge:
1.Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
2.Maintain current BLS certification.
3.Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher (except RN1s hired and already working at Rush University Medical Center before October, 2012). All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer into Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group.
a.May accept Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until approved number of ADN hires by Chief Nursing Officer is met with the following stipulations:
i.Baccalaureate degree must be earned within timeframe outlined in the ADN Condition of Employment.
ii.All Conditions of Employment as outline in Offer Letter must be met. Failure to do so will result in termination.
Skills:
1.Analytical ability is required.
2.Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
3.Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Abilities:
1.Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
2.Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
3.The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
4.Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:
1.Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives, research and evidence based activities.
2.Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
3.Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to
address.
4.Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
5.Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of
patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
6.Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
7.Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
8.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
9.Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
10.Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
11.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
12.Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide
risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
13.Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
14.Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
15.Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
16.Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
17.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
18. Other duties as assigned.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: 9 Kellogg - Adult Gen Med Unit

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 7:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $37.50 - $57.19 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

This position is eligible for the $5,000 sign on bonus!

Summary:
The RN 1 is a beginning level nurse who utilizes a scientific and theoretical knowledge base along with policy and procedures, standards of care and protocols to guide practice. The RN 1 relies on the experience, judgment and support of others while developing knowledge in practice. The RN 1 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Qualifications:
Knowledge:
1.Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
2.Maintain current BLS certification.
3.Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) (New graduates must have acceptance into an accredited school of nursing within 6 months from date of hire,
4. Within 1 year from the date of hire, employee must be enrolled in a BSN program.
5. RNs hired prior to 10/22/2020 are grandfathered in with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or diploma in nursing, with no further need to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BAN or BSN).
6. Chief Nursing Officer must provide approval for any RNs with ADN degree hired after 10/22/2020, based upon unit need. ADN RNs hired after 10/22/2020 must show continued enrolment towards a BSN degree with a signature of contract stipulating a BSN degree must be completed within 3 years of hire, Failure to do so will result in termination. ADN RNS are not eligible for leveling to RN3.
Abilities:
1.Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
2.Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
3.The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
4.Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:
1.Seeks out resources to assist in the management of new patient situations.
2.Uses evidence based guidelines (P&P, nursing standards of care, protocols and pathways) consistently.
3.Supports a hospital wide innovation to achieve positive outcomes.
4.Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes
5.Treats patients and families with respect and a sensitivity for diverse viewpoints and cultures.
6.Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team.
7.Works effectively with other professional nurses through mutual support and respect.
8.Demonstrates beginning collaboration skills to meet the needs of patients and families.
9.Utilizes beginning assessment skills to evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patient/family.
10.Uses scientific and theoretical knowledge to develop and implement the plan of care for assigned patients with support from experienced staff.
11.Recognizes a change in patient status and seeks appropriate resources to address concerns.
12.Uses medical devices safely and effectively in the delivery of patient care and seeks guidance when needed.
13.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
14.Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk and seeks guidance when needed.
15.Applies the teaching-learning process effectively to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
16.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals with guidance.
17.Supports unit goals and change initiatives.
18.Demonstrates beginning delegation skills to meet the needs of patients.
19. Other duties as assigned.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: 9 Kellogg - Adult Gen Med Unit

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 3

Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 PM - 7:30:00 AM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $37.50 - $57.19 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

This position is eligible for the $5,000 sign on bonus!

Summary:
The RN 1 is a beginning level nurse who utilizes a scientific and theoretical knowledge base along with policy and procedures, standards of care and protocols to guide practice. The RN 1 relies on the experience, judgment and support of others while developing knowledge in practice. The RN 1 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Qualifications:
Knowledge:
1.Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
2.Maintain current BLS certification.
3.Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) (New graduates must have acceptance into an accredited school of nursing within 6 months from date of hire,
4. Within 1 year from the date of hire, employee must be enrolled in a BSN program.
5. RNs hired prior to 10/22/2020 are grandfathered in with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or diploma in nursing, with no further need to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BAN or BSN).
6. Chief Nursing Officer must provide approval for any RNs with ADN degree hired after 10/22/2020, based upon unit need. ADN RNs hired after 10/22/2020 must show continued enrolment towards a BSN degree with a signature of contract stipulating a BSN degree must be completed within 3 years of hire, Failure to do so will result in termination. ADN RNS are not eligible for leveling to RN3.
Abilities:
1.Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
2.Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
3.The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
4.Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:
1.Seeks out resources to assist in the management of new patient situations.
2.Uses evidence based guidelines (P&P, nursing standards of care, protocols and pathways) consistently.
3.Supports a hospital wide innovation to achieve positive outcomes.
4.Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes
5.Treats patients and families with respect and a sensitivity for diverse viewpoints and cultures.
6.Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team.
7.Works effectively with other professional nurses through mutual support and respect.
8.Demonstrates beginning collaboration skills to meet the needs of patients and families.
9.Utilizes beginning assessment skills to evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patient/family.
10.Uses scientific and theoretical knowledge to develop and implement the plan of care for assigned patients with support from experienced staff.
11.Recognizes a change in patient status and seeks appropriate resources to address concerns.
12.Uses medical devices safely and effectively in the delivery of patient care and seeks guidance when needed.
13.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
14.Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk and seeks guidance when needed.
15.Applies the teaching-learning process effectively to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
16.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals with guidance.
17.Supports unit goals and change initiatives.
18.Demonstrates beginning delegation skills to meet the needs of patients.
19. Other duties as assigned.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.