Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Enterprise App Intgrtn & Dvlp

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

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: $41.88 - $62.40 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 develops new software applications and update and modify existing applications. Works with the business to customize/update complex software for computer programs, designs prototype applications, implements and tests source code, troubleshoots software applications and effectively execute the development plan. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
•Bachelor degree.

• 3 or more years experience with developing Android/IOS applications. 

•5 years of experience on Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Service - Oriented Architecture (SOA), Object Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD), UML and J2EE Architecture.

•System Analysis and/or application support experience (5 years)

•Experience utilizing techniques and tools including HTML, CSS, .NET, SQL or JavaScript. 

•Experience with scrum and other agile based methodology of software development. 

•Analytical, multi-tasking and problem solving skills.

Preferred Job Qualifications:
•1-3 years experience developing Flutter Applications
•1+ years Experience with Epic (EMR) MyChart development
•Familiarity with FHIR

Responsibilities:
•Handles complex work critical to the organization.
•Develops software applications to meet customer needs.
•Understands and follows through with business requirements during all phases of development.
•Transforms design into functionality; tests and maintains layout and other components to enhance user-experience.
•Implements software applications.
•Supports software applications.
•Continuously maintains; tests and troubleshoots issues and problems.
•Creates installation, troubleshooting, and end user documentation.
•Provides support and follow-up for issues.
•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: Occupational Therapy-CHS

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: $40.00 - $75.00 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:
Job Summary:
The Assistant Professor contributes to the teaching, research, and service missions. This role involves instruction at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, student mentorship, participation in scholarly activity, and service to the college and university. Annual assignments are determined in collaboration with the Department Chair or Program Director and are based on departmental and college needs. 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 a related field
•Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, instructional design, and student mentorship.
•Evidence of potential for scholarly leadership (e.g., presentations, publications, grant activity) and effective teaching/mentorship at the university level.
•Active engagement in professional practice and organizations; demonstrated collaboration and service contributions.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technologies.
•Ability to engage in scholarly work and contribute to the academic field.
•Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and organizational skills.
•Adaptability to evolving academic needs and willingness to participate in college and university service.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline.
Disclaimer:
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.

Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
•Teach assigned courses, including preparation of syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments.
•Develop and deliver curriculum aligned with current educational standards and best practices.
•Advise and mentor students on academic, professional, and career development matters.
•Collaborate with colleagues in program and course coordination, as needed.
•Participate in accreditation, program review, and curriculum development activities.
•Engage in scholarly activity, which may include research, publications, presentations, and/or grant writing.
•Serve on college and university committees and contribute to college-wide initiatives.
•Support student recruitment, admissions, and retention efforts as appropriate.
•Stay current with developments in the field and incorporate new knowledge into teaching and practice.
•Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Program Director.

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: Clinical Staffing Office

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: $40.05 - $61.28 per hour

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

Summary:
The Registered Nurse 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills. The Registered Nurse 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The Registered Nurse 2 continues to consult with 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.
• Maintain current BLS certification.
• 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.
• Analytical ability.
• Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• Ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and supporting 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:
EVIDENCE BASED INTERVENTIONS
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.
RELATIONSHIPS AND CARING
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.
CRITICAL THINKING
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 a change in patient status and seeks appropriate resources to address concerns.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
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 and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and 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.
LEADERSHIP
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 towards 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

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: RMG APP Operations

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

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Manager

Primary Care Service Line

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, IL

Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, located in downtown Chicago, invites applications for the position of Primary Care Service Line APP Manager.

The Manager, Advanced Practice Providers (APP) – Primary Care Service Line is a licensed Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) responsible for the leadership, operational oversight, and management of APPs across the Primary Care service line. The Primary Care Service Line includes APPs practicing across multiple geographic regions, specialties and care settings. APPs currently support family medicine, internal medicine and other primary care practices throughout the system, with leadership responsibilities distributed among regional- and discipline-specific Lead APPs. This role would provide leadership and oversight for APP practice across the Primary Care Service Line while maintaining a clinical presence to remain connected to frontline operations and patient care.

Responsibilities
The APP Manager partners closely with physician, nursing, and operational leadership to advance strategic priorities, optimize APP practice models, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered primary care. Responsibilities include:

• APP workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and retention
• Performance management and professional development
• Oversight of staffing, scheduling, and clinical deployment
• Advancement of quality, operational, and patient care initiatives
• Development and optimization of APP practice models across primary care services

This role also maintains a clinical practice component to support ongoing competency and engagement in patient care. The position includes a minimum of 0.4 FTE protected administrative time, dependent upon the number of direct reports and additional leadership responsibilities.
The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision, and values and act in accordance with Rush policies, procedures, guidelines, and service standards.
Job Responsibilities

• Provides direct oversight, coordination, and management of APPs across the primary care service line.
• Partners with primary care physician, nursing, and operational leadership to establish and execute strategic clinical and operational priorities.
• Collaborates with primary care leadership teams to ensure seamless integration of APP practice across all primary care settings.
• Supports expansion and optimization of APP practice models to improve patient access, throughput, continuity of care, and operational efficiency within the service line.

Administrative & Operational Oversight

• Serves as direct manager for APPs and Lead APPs within the primary care service line.
• Oversees APP recruitment, onboarding, credentialing, privileging, orientation, and retention initiatives.
• Manages APP performance evaluations (annual and ongoing OPPE/FPPE), competencies, and professional development planning.
• Develops, maintains, and enforces APP policies, procedures, workflows, and best practices specific to primary care delivery.
• Resolves escalated staffing, performance, and employee relations concerns.
• Participates in budget development, resource allocation, productivity management, and fiscal oversight for APP operations within the service line.
• Attends and contributes to primary care leadership, faculty, and operational meetings. Ensures regular communication forums for APPs across the service line.
• Develops and monitors service line goals, productivity standards, patient access metrics, and quality outcomes.

Clinical Practice

• Maintains active clinical practice within the primary care service line to support clinical competency and model evidence-based primary care.
• Completes and documents accurate histories and physical examinations
• Conducts comprehensive and episodic assessments and develops patient care plans.
• Orders, interprets, and manages diagnostic testing, therapies, and treatment plans within scope of practice.
• Prescribes medications, including controlled substances, as delegated and appropriate within scope of practice.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care transitions and specialty referrals.

Leadership & Strategy

• Serves as a liaison between APPs, physicians, nursing, care management, and administrative leadership within the service line.
• Develops and sustains an environment that promotes excellence in APP practice, care delivery, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Facilitates APP engagement, mentorship, satisfaction, and retention initiatives.
• Participates in strategic planning efforts to align APP workforce contributions with service line and organizational goals.
• Evaluates and evolves APP staffing and care delivery models to optimize patient outcomes, provider efficiency, and operational performance.
• Supports leadership development and succession planning among APP team members.
• Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of APP workforce models and implements operational improvements as needed.

Education

• Develops, oversees, and promotes continued learning and professional growth among APP staff within the line.
• Coordinates APP student rotations, APP fellowship/residency opportunities, and academic partnerships.
• Encourages continuing education, specialty certification maintenance, and lifelong learning among APPs.
• Promotes participation in research, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Pursues ongoing professional development to remain current on trends, innovations, and best practices in primary care medicine and APP leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of Advanced Practice Provider experience primary care related specialty is required.
• Leadership/management experience is preferred. Preference to candidates with experience leading in an academic medical center.
• This role reports directly to the Director of Advanced Practice Providers and has an indirect reporting relationship to the Primary Care Service Line leadership team.
• Demonstrated expertise in primary care, APP practice management, and interdisciplinary collaboration strongly preferred.

Position Requirements:

Nurse Practitioner:

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position
• Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP)
• BLS certification

Physician Assistant:

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program
• Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

• BLS certifications

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.

Rush has over 600 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Across the system, the APPs are supported by 4 levels of leadership, including 39 Lead APPs, three chief CRNAs, and a Senior Director of Advanced Practice Providers. Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day.

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.

Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.

Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year.

All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years.

Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.

Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay Range: $190,000 - $245,000

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

Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.

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: 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: $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 Surgical Assistant is a member of the surgical team in the Operating Room, working with the Attending Surgeon(s), Residents, Perfusion, and Registered Nurses, delivering direct patient care before, during and after surgery. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School diploma.
• Illinois Registered Surgical Assistant License.
• Certified Surgical Assistant.
• Demonstrates knowledge and competence on all surgical services.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with all members of surgical team and multi disciplines.

Responsibilities:
1.Develop ideals and a professional attitude to promote responsibility as an individual and as a member of the surgical team.
2.Coordination of team efforts to offer the most qualified team support to the surgical patient, surgeon, and all members of the surgical team.
3.Develop awareness of the patient as an individual, with specific psychological and physical needs, respecting the patient’s inherent right to privacy, dignity, and safety.
4.Develop and improve skills in all aspects of operating room technique, both routine and special procedures, and apply them in a professional manner.
5.Execution of all tasks utilizing principles of asepsis and good sterile technique.
6.Preparation of patient for surgery including but not limited to surgical scrub preparation, positioning, draping, sterile field maintenance.
7.Insertion of Foley catheters under the supervision of a physician.
8.Assists surgeon in tying off and coagulation of vessels as necessary under the supervision of a physician
9.Acts as surgeon’s second assistant throughout procedures, including holding of retractors and other specific tasks as required.
10.Assists in patient transfer pre and post operatively from the operating room table.
11.All invasive procedures are to be under the direction and supervision of a physician
12.Assists in preparation and application of sterile dressings post operatively.
13.Performs other duties as necessary during the operative procedure as directed by the surgeon.
14.Assists surgical team in transporting patients’ pre and post operatively.
15.Assists surgical team by gathering necessary supplies to include sterile instrument trays, positioning equipment etc.
16.Assist in coordinating training of new staff in the area as necessary.
17.In conjunction with operating room personnel to insure the availability of adequate supplies, instruments and equipment for the performance of operative procedures in the area.
18.Participates in research activities.
19.Assists in assembly of sterile supplies in the department as necessary. To include checking outdates of sterile supplies.
20.Assists in stocking of supplies in the department as necessary.
21.Assists in maintaining Joint Commission standards, utilizing downtime to survey the department and correct problems as necessary.
22.Performs related duties as required by the department of operating room services.

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: 12W Neurosciences- IMCU

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:30:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $52.15 - $77.70 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 Unit Director RN is the clinical and business manager of a specific patient care unit(s). The Unit Director provides direction and vision and creates human, operational and organizational systems that assure exemplary patient care. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Graduate degree.
• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
• Progressive leadership experience.
• Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher.
• National certification.
• Demonstrates advanced analytical ability and problem solving skills.
• Ability to use electronic business programs and technology.
• Demonstrates the ability to work in complex organizational systems or programs.
• Communication skill to lead, teach and persuade others.
• Able to interact effectively with others in difficult situations that encompasses organizational and developmental issues.
• Work requires 24/7 accountability and the ability to supervise and manage staff across that time.
• Work requires the ability to assume the charge nurse role.
• Ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimen, images or reports.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Graduate degree in nursing but related field will be considered (except UDs hired before 01/2013).
Physical Demands:
• Ability to move throughout the Medical Center and unit.
• Lifting or carrying objects 30 lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, with appropriate lift devices.
• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:
EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE
1.Accountable for quality outcomes which incorporates established methodology to drive process improvement.
2.Leads unit and or department quality initiatives, research and/or evidence based activities utilizing best current evidence.
3.Develops effective strategies for changing clinician and team behavior to encourage adoption of evidence based practices.
4.Provides leadership in the design, implementation and evaluation of process improvement initiatives at the unit, department and division level.
RELATIONSHIP AND CARING
5.Creates an environment which 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.
6.Establishes constructive and strategic partnerships with peers, professional nurses, the University, other disciplines and departments to achieve positive clinical and service outcomes.
7.Uses leadership, team building, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to build partnerships within and across units and departments.
8.Establishes a climate that fosters open communication, values differing points of view and promotes shared governance.
9.Creates and maintains a just culture for all constituents across disciplines.
10.Develops a climate that optimizes the patient and family experience through supportive interactions and staff education.
CRITICAL THINKING
11.Promotes the development of critical thinking skills of all unit personnel through appreciative inquiry.
12.Critically reviews cases and events to determine the root causes and develop action plans for improvement
13.Responds to societal and technological trends issues and new developments as they pertain to nursing and healthcare.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
14.Creates and promotes a culture of safety and accountability.
15.Articulates standards and monitors compliance with the State Nurse Practice Act, State Board of Nursing Regulations, regulatory agency standards and the policies of the organization.
16.Demonstrates information literacy skills in complex decision-making.
17.Utilizes clinical information systems to promote safety, quality and cost effective care.
18.Strategically plans for ongoing education to acquire new knowledge and skills.
LEADERSHIP
19.Translates the nursing and corporate vision and strategic plan into measurable unit goals and sustainable programs.
20.Creates and maintains a supportive and healthy work environment.
21.Advances practice through the development of innovations incorporating the principles of change.
22.Assumes a leadership role in analytical problem solving of both clinical and system wide issues.
23.Mentors and coaches delegation and management skills along with career development.
24.Creates an environment in which professional growth is an expectation.
25.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
26.Provides and invites ongoing performance feedback to peers, staff and other disciplines to achieve positive clinical and service outcomes.
SYSTEMS
27.Analyzes fiscal and budgetary implications when modifying practice and operational systems.
28.Creates a human resource strategy which includes the management of performance through recruitment, rewards, recognition, counseling and disciplinary action.
29.Establishes procedures and processes to ensure administrative management of the unit.
30.Demonstrates financial accountability by managing human and capital resources in accordance with the annual budget.

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: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Cardiac Catheterization Lab

Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0. 5 and 0. 89)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 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 heal 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:
1.Minimum of 9 months of experience in nursing
2.Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) .
3.Within 1 year from the date of hire, employee must be enrolled in a BSN program.
4.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).
5.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. ADN RNS are not eligible for leveling to RN3.
6. Prior to leveling to RN2, RN must show consistent proficient performance at RN1 position or equivalent experience.
7. Current state of Illinois Registered Nursing License
8. CPR
9. ACLS for ICU, Telemetry, Med/Surg (6west), Endoscopy, PACU, IR, and ED required within 3 months of hire
10. PALS PACU and ED required within 3 months of hire
11. Proficiency in charge and preceptor roles.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Physical Demands:
• Work requires the ability to walk throughout the medical center and to be standing and walking most of the designated shift.
•Work requires lifting and carrying objects 35-40 lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
•The ability to check documents for errors, use of a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
•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.
• Ability to care for patients in the following age categories:
o Toddlers (1-3 years) depending on cluster
o Pre-Schoolers (3-5 years) depending on cluster
o School Age (5-12 years) depending on cluster
o Adolescents (12-18 years)
o Young Adults (19-45 years)
•o Middle Adults (45-60 years)
•o Older Adults (greater than 60)
•• Able to operate computers, printers, copiers, fax, and medical equipment specific to department.
Disclaimer:
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.

Responsibilities:
Evidence Based Practice
• Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
• Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to address.
• Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
Relationships and Caring
• 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.
• Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients and families.
Critical Thinking
• Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patient/families.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
• Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
Technical Expertise
• Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
• Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
• Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
• Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
Leadership
• Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
• Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
• Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
• 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 Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: IM General S. Loop - Office

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: $37.50 - $62.21 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 Ambulatory RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The Ambulatory RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills and utilizes evidence based interventions. The Ambulatory RN 2 continues to collaborate with 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 license and credentials by the state they are assigned.
• At least one year of nursing experience required.
• Earned Nursing Degree at the Baccalaureate level or higher for those hired after January 1, 2014.
• All transfers to Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to the transfer.
• 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.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Analytical ability.
• Communication skills in order to lead and teach.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports.
- A specialty certification may be required for certain departments within 12 months of hire.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National Certification.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Ability to 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.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 patient experience and outcomes.
2.Implements a plan of care that incorporates the unique characteristics of patients, families, groups and communities. (Cultural, spiritual, intellectual, age educational and psychosocial).
3.Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team through effective communication, mutual support and respect. Collaborates and communicates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
4.Utilizes resources to effectively resolve conflict and improve team relationships in support of a healthy work environment.
5.Coordinates care using the nursing process, multidisciplinary collaboration and coordination of all appropriate health services and community resources across the care continuum.
6.Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory care nursing interventions during clinical visits, telephone encounters, and electronic communications according to state regulations, regulatory agency standards and organizational policies and procedures.
7.Communicates current evidence-based strategies, standards of care and protocols with peers.
8.Participates in and contributes to system and clinic based quality initiatives, research, development of care protocols and evidence based activities that improve patient care and outcomes.
9.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications, the use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care and in the performance of patient procedures.
10.Applies the teaching- learning process to meet the learning and self-management needs of patients and families.
11.Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies to minimize risk during clinical visits, telephone encounters and electronic communications.
12.Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively to optimize patient outcomes.
13.Recognizes patterns and problems in a specific patient population that require evaluation.
14.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
15.Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families throughout the care continuum. Critically analyzes patient cases and effectively adapts the plan of care.
16.Establish regular communication patterns that facilitate the transition of care for patients and families across settings.
17.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
18.Considers factors related to resources utilization when delivering care to patients and families.
19.Supports clinic goals and change initiatives and participates in nursing shared governance.
20.Collaborates with other clinic personnel to ensure task completion to consistently optimize patient outcomes.
21.Provides education to staff and/or students in the clinic.

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: IR - Clinic

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: $43.60 - $78.04 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 Nurse Navigator will provide care coordination, follow up, and support to patients in an effort to improve their health outcomes. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Master’s degree in Nursing required.
• At least three years of registered nurse experience required.
• BLS certification required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A high level of interpersonal skills is required.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Data entry skills with attention to details.
• High degree of accountability and reliability.
• Ability to adaptable to change and interact with a variety of providers with different protocols and care processes.
• Ability to work independently as well as to integrate as part of a team and part of clinic flow.
• Cultural competency expressed via experience and interest in working with (culturally, economically and educationally) diverse populations, along with ability to work in low resource environments.
• Must be a resourceful and resilient, innovative problem solver and motivated learner. Friendly, cooperative, passionate and compassionate.
• Must be respectful of each individual's right to participate in health care services and decision-making.
• Respects individuals' confidentiality.
• Ability to attend some evening and weekend community events and meetings.

Responsibilities:
• Maintains and ensures compliance of all policies and procedures that guide and support the assigned services. These include, but are not limited to Joint Commission requirements, federal and state regulations, regulatory standards, etc.
• Provides consultation in specialty area to all levels of health care providers throughout the organization, affiliated schools of nursing, and the community.
• Offers guidance and emotional support to patients regarding decisions on follow-up and treatment plans.
• Arranges appointments with patients, reviews test preparation procedures, and assesses potential patient barriers to ensure the patient completes testing process.
• Contacts patients via phone calls, emails and letters to remind them about appointments, assists in scheduling/rescheduling appointments and answers questions about testing and treatment.
• Performs follow-up phone calls to patients after appointments as indicated.
• Works with participating sites to develop mechanisms for the sites to share the patient data (for those requiring follow-up) in a manner that utilizes their existing data and optimizes their time and effort.
• Completes all necessary electronic records and paperwork regarding patient interactions and appointments.
• Develops and maintains relationships with community leaders, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, health institutions, schools, daycares, etc.
• Attends community-based events, including health fairs, support group meetings etc.
• Assists with the planning and execution of forums, special events and presentations to reach and educate the community.
• Supports reporting and paperwork to support funding and grant requirements, including tracking patient metrics such as appointment no-shows and lost to follow up ratios.
• Tracks all outreach and navigation activities and provides monthly reports.
• Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for own professional practice and development.
• Administers nursing care to patients if applicable including assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient's care plan in coordination with the physician.
• Provides orientation/education for center and hospital staff, students, and other hospitals and community organizations, as requested.
• Performs related duties as required.

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: RML Blood Bank General

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

Shift: Shift 3

Work Schedule: 10 Hr (9:00PM - 7:30AM)

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

Pay Range: $29.36 - $42.61 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 Medical Laboratory Scientist 1 is responsible for performing all assigned laboratory testing and reporting for the testing area. 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’s degree in laboratory science, biological science, chemistry, or education/work experience meeting the qualifications of high complexity testing personnel as defined by CLIA 42 CFR 493 1489; no previous experience required.
•Acceptable credentials (can vary depending on the laboratory section):
oMedical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
oMedical Technologist (MT) via the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
oBlood Bank (BB) via the ASCP
oChemistry (C) via the ASCP
oCytogenetics (CG) via the ASCP
oCytotechnologist (CT) via the ASCP
oHematology (H) via the ASCP
oMicrobiology (M) via the ASCP
oMolecular Biology (MB) via the ASCP
oSpecialty in Cytometry (SCUM) via ASCP
oTechnologist in HLA (CHT) via ACHI
oMedical Laboratory Technician (MLT) via AACC or ASCP with a minimum of 5 contiguous year's high complexity clinical laboratory experience.
•Associate’s degree and/or education/work experience qualifications as defined by CLIA 42 CFT 493 148; and MLT or other laboratory certification; and 5 contiguous years of experience required. Some laboratory sections may have more stringent education and certification requirements.
•Certification from a nationally recognized certifying agency is required. Some laboratory disciplines may require more stringent certification criteria.
•Acceptable credentials (can vary depending on the laboratory section):
•Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
•Affective behavior: Interacts effectively and respectfully with everyone encountered at the medical center.

Responsibilities:
• Utilizes required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined by the lab area. Labels and processes specimens properly. Performs all laboratory procedures efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision once trained. All testing must be done following Rush approved Policies and Procedures.
•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 the problem. Notifies the appropriate supervisor or designee regarding QC problems or discrepancies according to the established procedure.
•Performs basic troubleshooting of equipment and processes with minimal assistance, documents action, and notifies appropriate personnel, for example, supervisors, of problems all the time. Able to recognize when additional help is needed and seek out that help.
•Keeps work area neat, clean, organized, and well-stocked at all times. Disinfect the area at the beginning and end of each shift.
•Accepts no inappropriate specimens. Notifies the appropriate person of specimens that must be drawn or collected again and documents the notification
•Meets turnaround time expectations by prioritizing and organizing the workload for the shift. Monitors the pending list periodically to ensure turnaround time of all samples.
•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.
•Required to obtain and document 12 hours of laboratory continuing education per year.
•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.
•May perform the duties of the tech-in-charge for specified periods. Oversees operations according to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to appropriate personnel, for example, a supervisor or director, and does so.
•Reviews lab results as required and takes appropriate action before verification and release. Recognizes and calls critical results within defined time frames. Reviews paper-generated results and transcribes them accurately into the Lab Information.Additional Job Components
•Additional job duties will be defined by the laboratory's specific bench or assignment competencies.
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: RML Blood Bank General

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

Shift: Shift 2

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (2:00PM - 10:30PM)

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

Pay Range: $29.36 - $42.61 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 Medical Laboratory Scientist 1 is responsible for performing all assigned laboratory testing and reporting for the testing area. 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’s degree in laboratory science, biological science, chemistry, or education/work experience meeting the qualifications of high complexity testing personnel as defined by CLIA 42 CFR 493 1489; no previous experience required.
•Acceptable credentials (can vary depending on the laboratory section):
oMedical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
oMedical Technologist (MT) via the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
oBlood Bank (BB) via the ASCP
oChemistry (C) via the ASCP
oCytogenetics (CG) via the ASCP
oCytotechnologist (CT) via the ASCP
oHematology (H) via the ASCP
oMicrobiology (M) via the ASCP
oMolecular Biology (MB) via the ASCP
oSpecialty in Cytometry (SCUM) via ASCP
oTechnologist in HLA (CHT) via ACHI
oMedical Laboratory Technician (MLT) via AACC or ASCP with a minimum of 5 contiguous year's high complexity clinical laboratory experience.
•Associate’s degree and/or education/work experience qualifications as defined by CLIA 42 CFT 493 148; and MLT or other laboratory certification; and 5 contiguous years of experience required. Some laboratory sections may have more stringent education and certification requirements.
•Certification from a nationally recognized certifying agency is required. Some laboratory disciplines may require more stringent certification criteria.
•Acceptable credentials (can vary depending on the laboratory section):
•Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
•Affective behavior: Interacts effectively and respectfully with everyone encountered at the medical center.

Responsibilities:
• Utilizes required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined by the lab area. Labels and processes specimens properly. Performs all laboratory procedures efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision once trained. All testing must be done following Rush approved Policies and Procedures.
•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 the problem. Notifies the appropriate supervisor or designee regarding QC problems or discrepancies according to the established procedure.
•Performs basic troubleshooting of equipment and processes with minimal assistance, documents action, and notifies appropriate personnel, for example, supervisors, of problems all the time. Able to recognize when additional help is needed and seek out that help.
•Keeps work area neat, clean, organized, and well-stocked at all times. Disinfect the area at the beginning and end of each shift.
•Accepts no inappropriate specimens. Notifies the appropriate person of specimens that must be drawn or collected again and documents the notification
•Meets turnaround time expectations by prioritizing and organizing the workload for the shift. Monitors the pending list periodically to ensure turnaround time of all samples.
•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.
•Required to obtain and document 12 hours of laboratory continuing education per year.
•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.
•May perform the duties of the tech-in-charge for specified periods. Oversees operations according to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to appropriate personnel, for example, a supervisor or director, and does so.
•Reviews lab results as required and takes appropriate action before verification and release. Recognizes and calls critical results within defined time frames. Reviews paper-generated results and transcribes them accurately into the Lab Information.Additional Job Components
•Additional job duties will be defined by the laboratory's specific bench or assignment competencies.
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: Int Med Cardiology P

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 4-10 Hr (7:00:00 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: $43.60 - $78.04 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 Heart and Vascular Screening Program Coordinator RN works closely with leaders from across the Rush System for Health to define and implement strategies and workflows to improve lung care for the Rush community. The Program Coordinator RN functions within the full scope of practice to identify and secure support and resources necessary for successful origination and implementation of heart and vascular screening initiatives. The continuum of care will extend throughout the Rush health system, primarily serving the outpatient community. The Program Coordinator is responsible for meeting program goals in a timely and cost-effective manner. Program success will be measured through performance goals, program metrics, and other monitoring systems. 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:
•Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Master’s degree in Nursing required.
•Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
•At least three years of clinical nursing experience required.
•Demonstrated ability to navigate a complex healthcare environment to achieve results.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
•Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
•Experience with electronic medical records.
Physical Demands:
•Requires the ability to walk throughout the medical center.

Responsibilities:
•Establishes therapeutic culturally competent relationship with Rush system patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness, and mutual goal setting for optimal patient experience and outcomes.
•Collaborates and communicates consistently and effectively with internal and external disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families and program objectives.
•Applies interpersonal skills to maintain a positive open network of professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team through effective communication, mutual support, and respect.
•Coordinates care using the nursing process, multidisciplinary collaboration, and coordination of all appropriate health services and community resources across the care continuum.
•Ensures continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient settings.
•Assists management team in strategy development and implementation of program initiatives.
•Utilizes internal and external resources and systems to effectively meet the needs of patients, families and the organization.
•Participates in continuous quality improvement process within the Rush Healthcare System.
•Monitors patient outcomes in accordance with defined standards of care.
•Identifies issues and formulates solutions impacting quality and cost effective care.
•Responsible for maintenance of standards of care mandated by regulatory agencies.
•Identifies opportunities to streamline and continuously improve screening workflows.
•Participates in policy and procedure development and review for clinical activities.
•Participates in educational programs and counseling for patients, families, healthcare team, and students.
•Creates an environment of partnership, collaboration, seamless quality, and service enhancement across teams.
•Encourages ongoing learning and skill development for team members.
•Fosters a climate that encourages positive staff morale, motivation, and commitment.
•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.