Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Hinsdale Multispecialty

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: $17.63 - $27.77 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:
Performs clinic activities including answering telephones, patient and visitor reception, administrative office duties, and Health Information Management responsibilities. The employee who holds this position exemplifies the Rush Mission, Vision and Values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including compliance with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service and Performance Standards.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High school diploma.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to patient health information and protection of confidentiality.
• Ability to utilize EPIC efficiently.
• Ability to sit for several hours each day and remain professional and calm under stressful situations.
• Ability to adapt to change and be flexible.
• Employees hired into this role must successfully pass the EPIC scheduling test with 3 attempts, within 45 days of completion of training.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations as needed. Schedule locations and shift times will vary given business needs.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Medical office experience.

Responsibilities:
1.Performs a variety of office functions including the retrieval and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, filing, stocking of supplies, and preparation and dissemination of clinic correspondence and completion of Epic Administrative In-Box as directed.
2.Accesses EPIC to retrieve referrals, orders and other documentation. Assists patients with Release of Information requests.
3.Maintains and retrieves medical records per HIM and office protocol.
4.Addresses patient calls efficiently and courteously. Takes accurate, clear and concise messages that provide sufficient information for the clinical staff and/or receiving party to effectively handle the issue/request.
5.Schedules, cancels and/or reschedules patient appointments, as assigned. Places reminder calls or sends information to patients in advance of their appointment per office policy.
6.Appropriately transfers patients to pre-registration for insurance verification.
7.Prepares and disseminates patient letters and other correspondence from EPIC.
8.Problem solves issues by seeking out the appropriate resources.
9.Works collaboratively as part of the medical practice team.
10.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: Respiratory Care

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

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: $50.00/hr
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:
Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist and licensed as an Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Must pass departmental competencies applicable to the clinical units they are hired for.
• BLS CPR certification is required within six months of hire
• PALS or PEARS and NRP is preferred for the Neonatal/Pediatric section.
• Technical skills are required to adapt equipment and procedures to patient needs.
• Analytical skills are required to evaluate patients and their clinical response to therapy
• Customer service skills are required to effectively meet the needs of patients, families, and members of the healthcare team on an almost constant basis.
• Must be highly adaptable to respond to changing workloads and priorities.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• ACLS.
Physical Demands:
• Standing, walking, pushing, and bending for 75% of the day.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds in order to handle cylinders.

Responsibilities:
1.Administers, monitors, and weans mechanical ventilation; makes ventilator recommendations based on clinical assessment, technical assessment, and laboratory values; manages airways.
2.Administers bronchial hygiene and treatment procedures including aerosol therapies, chest physical therapy, therapeutic gas administration; analyzes gases where applicable; procures and delivers gases using central piping systems and gas cylinders.
3.Assesses patients clinically before and after the administration or application of any medication, procedure or device; recommends appropriate therapy including initial therapy, changes in therapy, and discontinuance of therapy.
4.Applies CPAP and BIPAP and makes recommendations based on patient compliance, response, and laboratory values.
5.Participates in CQI and QA initiatives including work audits and committee participation; develops patient driven protocols in conjunction with department leadership.
6.Documents work timely, completely, and accurately, including documentation in the patient medical record, documentation in the department records, and patient billing.
7.Assesses patient oxygenation, ventilation, and hemodynamic status through clinical observation, patient assessment, physiologic monitoring including oximetry, capnography, ventilator waveform analysis, cardiac output, ECG, and laboratory values.
8.Performs bedside spirometry including spontaneous breathing parameters, PEFR, and other limited pulmonary function; identifies normal values for patients.
9.Provides patient/family education.
10.Performs ECGs and phlebotomy, including arterial puncture.
11.Performs bronchoscopy.
12.Precepts employees that are orienting.
13.Provides clinical supervision of respiratory care students on rotation.

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: Hematology-Oncology PBC RUMC

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: $17.63 - $27.77 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:
Performs clinic activities including answering telephones, patient and visitor reception, administrative office duties, and Health Information Management responsibilities. The employee who holds this position exemplifies the Rush Mission, Vision and Values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including compliance with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service and Performance Standards.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High school diploma.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to patient health information and protection of confidentiality.
• Ability to utilize EPIC efficiently.
• Ability to sit for several hours each day and remain professional and calm under stressful situations.
• Ability to adapt to change and be flexible.
• Employees hired into this role must successfully pass the EPIC scheduling test with 3 attempts, within 45 days of completion of training.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations as needed. Schedule locations and shift times will vary given business needs.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Medical office experience.

Responsibilities:
1.Performs a variety of office functions including the retrieval and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, filing, stocking of supplies, and preparation and dissemination of clinic correspondence and completion of Epic Administrative In-Box as directed.
2.Accesses EPIC to retrieve referrals, orders and other documentation. Assists patients with Release of Information requests.
3.Maintains and retrieves medical records per HIM and office protocol.
4.Addresses patient calls efficiently and courteously. Takes accurate, clear and concise messages that provide sufficient information for the clinical staff and/or receiving party to effectively handle the issue/request.
5.Schedules, cancels and/or reschedules patient appointments, as assigned. Places reminder calls or sends information to patients in advance of their appointment per office policy.
6.Appropriately transfers patients to pre-registration for insurance verification.
7.Prepares and disseminates patient letters and other correspondence from EPIC.
8.Problem solves issues by seeking out the appropriate resources.
9.Works collaboratively as part of the medical practice team.
10.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: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Dermatology North and Harlem Office

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: $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 RN2 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 State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
• 1-3 years nursing experience.
• 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.
• CPR certification must be current.
• Analytical ability.
• Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National certification preferred.
Physical Demands:
• Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• The ability to check documents for errors, use 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.

Responsibilities:
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 patient experience and outcomes.
• Implements a plan of care that incorporates the unique characteristics of patients, families, groups and communities (cultural, spiritual, intellectual, age, educational and psychosocial).
• 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.
• Utilizes resources to effectively resolve conflict and improve team relationships in support of a healthy work environment.
• 1.6 Coordinates care using the nursing process, multidisciplinary collaboration and coordination of all appropriate health services and community resources across the care continuum.
Evidence Based Practice
• 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.
• Communicates current evidence-based strategies, standards of care and protocols with peers.
• 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.
Technical Expertise
• 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.
• Applies the teaching- learning process to meet the learning and self-management needs of patients and families.
• Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies to minimize risk during clinical visits, telephone encounters and electronic communications.
Critical Thinking
• Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively to optimize patient outcomes.
• Recognizes patterns and problems in a specific patient population that require evaluation.
• Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families throughout the care continuum.
• 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.
• Establish regular communication patterns that facilitate the transition of care for patients and families across settings.
Leadership
• Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
• Considers factors related to resource utilization when delivering care to patients and families.
• Supports clinic goals and change initiatives and participates in nursing shared governance.
• Collaborates with other clinic personnel to ensure task completion to consistently optimize patient outcomes.
• 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: School Based Health Centers

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Pay Range: $17.63 - $27.77 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:
Performs clinic activities including answering telephones, patient and visitor reception, administrative office duties, and Health Information Management responsibilities. The employee who holds this position exemplifies the Rush Mission, Vision and Values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including compliance with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service and Performance Standards.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High school diploma.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to patient health information and protection of confidentiality.
• Ability to utilize EPIC efficiently.
• Ability to sit for several hours each day and remain professional and calm under stressful situations.
• Ability to adapt to change and be flexible.
• Employees hired into this role must successfully pass the EPIC scheduling test with 3 attempts, within 45 days of completion of training.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations as needed. Schedule locations and shift times will vary given business needs.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Medical office experience.

Responsibilities:
1.Performs a variety of office functions including the retrieval and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, filing, stocking of supplies, and preparation and dissemination of clinic correspondence and completion of Epic Administrative In-Box as directed.
2.Accesses EPIC to retrieve referrals, orders and other documentation. Assists patients with Release of Information requests.
3.Maintains and retrieves medical records per HIM and office protocol.
4.Addresses patient calls efficiently and courteously. Takes accurate, clear and concise messages that provide sufficient information for the clinical staff and/or receiving party to effectively handle the issue/request.
5.Schedules, cancels and/or reschedules patient appointments, as assigned. Places reminder calls or sends information to patients in advance of their appointment per office policy.
6.Appropriately transfers patients to pre-registration for insurance verification.
7.Prepares and disseminates patient letters and other correspondence from EPIC.
8.Problem solves issues by seeking out the appropriate resources.
9.Works collaboratively as part of the medical practice team.
10.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: Speech-Language Pathology

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE. 20)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:30:00 AM - 4:00:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $48/hr
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 principal responsibilities for this position are related to providing clinical services. The individual will also assist with clinical projects. Assesses children, teens and young adults with communication problems and dysphagia typically of neurogenic origin, develops a treatment program in consultation with other psychologists, physicians and other professionals, and modifies speech language pathology treatment in accordance with patient progress. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Master's level degree from an ASHA accredited university.
•Holds or is eligible for Illinois licensure in Speech Language Pathology.
•Current Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
•Ability to evaluate and diagnose speech, language and cognitive-communication disorders.
•Ability to treat speech, language and cognitive-communication disorders in school-aged children.
•Intermediate to advanced level of clinical skills, with advanced competence in specialty areas.
•Possess excellent problem solving skills and analytic ability to appropriately diagnose clients' problems and develop rehabilitation plans.
•Ability to approach each situation with an open mind and positive attitude; ability to work and interact well with others so that customer service remains a priority.
•Capable of handling a busy, varying caseload; possess good organizational skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Clinical Specialty Recognition by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Or certification in neurological communication disorders by the Academy of Neurological Communication Disorders and Sciences.
•Experience working in schools or with children.
•Hospital-based experience.
•Three years post-Fellow experience.

Responsibilities:
1. Effectively administers and interprets diagnostic testing for outpatients, related to speech pathology.
2. Evaluates patient's speech, language and swallowing abilities in order to formulate and conduct treatment plan designed to improve communicative efficiency of patients with communication problems.
3. Establishes patient treatment goals tailored to each patient's needs and capabilities.
4. Demonstrates competency in understanding the growth and development of child, adolescent, and young adult patients as measured by specific performance standards and as described by department policies and procedures. Demonstrates the ability to interpret growth and development related information to assure patient needs are met.
5. Reviews patient's chart, interviews patient/family and consults with physicians, audiologists and other relevant clinical professionals in order to evaluate patient condition according to standard procedures.
6. Counsels patients, family members/significant others regarding communication deficits and instructs them in proper management techniques.
7. Monitors patient progress, re-establishes goals and revises treatment plan as necessary. Alerts psychologists and physicians to changes in patient's condition.
8. Maintains clinical records including writing diagnostic reports, progress reports, discharge summaries, re-evaluations and rechecks, summarizing family and professional contact and logging daily statistics and other clinical data.
9. Works closely with specialists from other disciplines to provide the best possible care for even the most challenging cases.
10. Keeps informed of developments in the field in order to maintain and enhance professional expertise.
11. Adheres to the Code of Ethics established by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
12. May contribute to the profession through organizational activities, education, research and/or publications.

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: 1520 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60607

Business Unit: RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center

Must be able to float to Oak Park and Lisle locations

Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1. 0 FTE)

Work Schedule: Four 10-Hour Shifts per week - Monday to Friday

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

$7.00 per hour Float differential

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 State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
• Three years’ nursing experience.
• Earned Nursing Degree at the Baccalaureate level or higher for those hired after January 1, 20•
• 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: Labor and Delivery

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: $21.61 - $34.04 per hour plus Sign On Bonus $5,000
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 Obstetrical Technologist assists in patient care, surgical services, and delivery room services under the supervision of a registered nurse. The responsibility of this person is to carry out the function of the scrub role during surgical procedures, assists in deliveries, and maintain the supplies and equipment necessary for the specialized care of Obstetrical patients. The Obstetrical Technologist exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma or equivalent.
•Analytical ability.
•Excellent communication and customer service skills.
•Must be able to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program preferred (except current Obstetrical Surgical Techs as of 9/1/2013)
Physical Demands:

• Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.

• Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.

• The ability to check documents for errors and use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data.

• 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:
Applies the correct principles of aseptic technique.
•Establishes and protects the integrity of the sterile field and back table at all times.
•Recognizes breaks in technique by self and others. Takes corrective action and reports events to RN in room.
•Handles/secures instruments, cords and draping materials utilizing aseptic technique.
Applies the correct techniques of disinfection and antisepsis.
•Prepares instrumentation and equipment for decontamination per established protocols
•Performs high level disinfection for vaginal ultrasound probe according to established protocols.
•Perform daily quality monitoring of Metracide OPA solution per hospital standard.
•Change Metrazyme solution according to unit standard in triage daily
Demonstrates basic operating room technical skills
•Participates in surgical cases in select areas as assigned.
•Demonstrates competency in scrubbing all assigned surgical procedures. .
•Prioritizes scrub activities based upon the type of surgical procedure and the needs of the surgical team members.
•Obtains and safely assembles necessary supplies and equipment specific to the surgical procedure, surgeon preference, and individual patient needs
•Assists in opening sterile supplies
•Applies knowledge of anatomy and physiology to individualize set up for surgical procedures.
Safely carries out the scrub role during the surgical procedure
•Cares for and handles surgical instruments/equipment according to Operating Room protocols.
•Demonstrates manual dexterity in handling instruments and equipment
•Assures proper functioning of equipment in the room as delegated by the RN
•Identifies specialty instruments by type, function and name.
•Accounts for sponges, needles, instruments and other miscellaneous counted items according to Operating Room policies and procedures.
•Notifies the surgical team of any sponge, needle, instrument or miscellaneous count is incorrect
•Maintains an orderly sterile field, Mayo stand and back table throughout the surgical procedures.
•Demonstrates knowledge of progressive steps in specific surgical procedures.
•Anticipates the needs of the surgical team
•Communicates variation in surgical procedure to RN
•Anticipates emergent circumstances and communicates the information to the RN
•Dons Personal Protective Equipment according to policy and procedure.
•Disposes of biohazard waste appropriately.
Actively participates in maintaining each patient's dignity and safety at all times.
•Works, collaboratively with all members of the health care team to assure that (1) each patient's privacy is protected and (2) every patient record is considered strictly confidential.
•Assists in transferring the patient to and from the OR/delivery bed to the transport cart/wheelchair.
Functions in an efficient manner at all times while maintaining a safe, orderly, and well-equipped environment.
•Actively maintains a safe work environment: Keeps patient rooms and unit orderly, according to guidelines, unit routine and regulatory standards i.e. the Joint Commission Standards.
•Monitors unit specific items each shift i.e. baby blankets, lift equipment, vaginal/Cesarean packs. Notify charge RN and missing department of required items.
•Maintains and replenishes supplies according to established unit quantities/PAR for the designated area
•Assesses the functioning of OR equipment each shift ie D&C machine, suction set up.
•Monitor PAR levels of OR instruments, dilators, suture, speculums, and supplies each shift.
•Opens and utilizes supplies and equipment judiciously.
•Stocks unit supplies as returned from Sterile processing
Demonstrates consideration and cooperation within the Obstetrical area.
•Exhibits, consistently, professional interactions with managers, co-workers, physicians and all other Obstetrical personnel.
•Demonstrates flexibility by accepting routine and non-routine assignments as delegated by the RN staff.
•Offers ideas for clinical/system improvements to the OB Nursing leadership team.
•Actively attends and participates in unit/area meetings/pertinent in-services.
•Present to work on time and attends OB huddles at 7AM/7PM followed by unit report.
•Notifies the Charge RN (designee) when assignments are completed and when leaving the unit.
•Sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit, under the direction of the RN
•Demonstrates sound judgment and decision making at all times.
Assists unit personnel by carrying out additional duties as delegated
•Reports to charge RN or designate for assignment of duties.
•Performs infant equipment assessment each shift in the LDRs, and ORs.
•Monitor integrity/expiration of neonatal boxes each shift. If compromised or expired, notify charge RN.
•Performs quality safety checks on the Glucometer. This includes stocking of the supplies according to PAR. Notified charge RN of variances i.e. failure, incomplete, error.
•Police unit for repairs/replacements i.e. soiled curtains, broken equipment, structural repairs and notify the appropriate department.
•Assists the obstetrical staff in the delivery room as instructed by the Obstetrical team. This can include but not be limited to:
•Opens and counts the delivery field before and after deliveries.
•Prepares the infant radiant warmer for delivery.
•Obtaining supplies and equipment as needed in the delivery.
•Assistance with pt care during the delivery i.e. holding leg, pericare as instructed by the obstetrical team.
•Transport and tubing of cord blood gases to the lab.
•Collects and transports placenta specimens to the designated unit location.
•Transports and processes soiled instruments according to unit standard.
Supports transfer of patients, supplies and specimens.
•Assists with admission, discharge, and supports unit transfer processes, within, and from L&D.
•Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required.
•Transports vaginal probe to and from area of use for high level disinfecting.
Demonstrates a professional work style in interactions with internal and external customers.
•Communicates all pertinent information to the appropriate team member throughout the shift and to the oncoming shift.
•Negotiates break time and communicates departure and return time with the charge RN.
•Demonstrates initiative and self-direction in work habits.

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: Diag Srvcs Medical Physics

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Pay Range: $79.20 - $133.06 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 successful candidate will provide clinical, regulatory, and technical instrumentation support for diagnostic imaging equipment in their area of expertise under the direction of the Division Head of Diagnostic Medical Physics. The candidate will be responsible for meeting the requirements of general daily operations and complying with regulatory and accrediting body requirements for the modality to which their training and credentialing applies. In addition, the candidate will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
•PhD or MS degree in Medical Physics or similar field.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
•Board certification by the American Board of Radiology or other applicable specialty board.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•Frequently able to wear 0.5 mm lead equivalent apron for a period of 4 hours.
•Frequently able to lift phantoms weighing up to 50 pounds.
•Frequently able to work standing for prolonged periods of time.
•Frequently able to visualize image artifacts in clinical images.
•Frequently perform activities that require stooping, bending and reaching, squatting, balancing, and trunk twisting throughout the day.
•Frequently able to communicate verbally and in written form.
•Frequently able to use all types of vision for moving medical equipment and visualizing image artifacts in clinical images.
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:
1.Performs quality assurance testing, acceptance and accreditation testing of equipment located at Rush. All testing will be in accordance with Illinois Emergency Management Agency regulations and regulatory or accrediting body requirements (ACR, TJC, etc).
2.Maintains and establishes, when applicable, ACR accreditation of imaging equipment
3.Establishes, maintains and oversees a quality control program designed to ensure continuous quality improvement at Rush. Quality control programs will be consistent with established regulatory and accrediting body standards.
4.Assists with identifying and procuring test equipment required for quality control programs and systems testing and performance evaluation.
5.Performs quarterly quality control reviews and prepares trend analysis and reports.
6.Assists radiology staff with general protocol optimization, including proper equipment use.
7.Investigates complaints on image quality; follows through on complaint resolution; and documents solution. Collaboration with section leadership to institute corrections.
8.Assists with commissioning of new imaging systems and support equipment.
9.Supports clinical procedures within the Department of Diagnostic Services.
10.Participates in basic, applied, or translational research.
11.Provides scientific leadership in their field of expertise, mentors faculty and trainees, establishes collaborations with Rush faculty and partners, and assists investigators with data analysis, interpretation, and publication of results.
12.Participates in ongoing physics education of Radiology Residents according to the curriculum established by the division head
13.May perform other duties as assigned or requested by the Division Head.

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: Labor and Delivery

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: $21.61 - $34.04 per hour plus Sign On Bonus $5,000
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 Obstetrical Technologist assists in patient care, surgical services, and delivery room services under the supervision of a registered nurse. The responsibility of this person is to carry out the function of the scrub role during surgical procedures, assists in deliveries, and maintain the supplies and equipment necessary for the specialized care of Obstetrical patients. The Obstetrical Technologist exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma or equivalent.
•Analytical ability.
•Excellent communication and customer service skills.
•Must be able to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program preferred (except current Obstetrical Surgical Techs as of 9/1/2013)
Physical Demands:
• Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• The ability to check documents for errors and use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data.
• 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:
Applies the correct principles of aseptic technique.
•Establishes and protects the integrity of the sterile field and back table at all times.
•Recognizes breaks in technique by self and others. Takes corrective action and reports events to RN in room.
•Handles/secures instruments, cords and draping materials utilizing aseptic technique.
Applies the correct techniques of disinfection and antisepsis.
•Prepares instrumentation and equipment for decontamination per established protocols
•Performs high level disinfection for vaginal ultrasound probe according to established protocols.
•Perform daily quality monitoring of Metracide OPA solution per hospital standard.
•Change Metrazyme solution according to unit standard in triage daily
Demonstrates basic operating room technical skills
•Participates in surgical cases in select areas as assigned.
•Demonstrates competency in scrubbing all assigned surgical procedures. .
•Prioritizes scrub activities based upon the type of surgical procedure and the needs of the surgical team members.
•Obtains and safely assembles necessary supplies and equipment specific to the surgical procedure, surgeon preference, and individual patient needs
•Assists in opening sterile supplies
•Applies knowledge of anatomy and physiology to individualize set up for surgical procedures.
Safely carries out the scrub role during the surgical procedure
•Cares for and handles surgical instruments/equipment according to Operating Room protocols.
•Demonstrates manual dexterity in handling instruments and equipment
•Assures proper functioning of equipment in the room as delegated by the RN
•Identifies specialty instruments by type, function and name.
•Accounts for sponges, needles, instruments and other miscellaneous counted items according to Operating Room policies and procedures.
•Notifies the surgical team of any sponge, needle, instrument or miscellaneous count is incorrect
•Maintains an orderly sterile field, Mayo stand and back table throughout the surgical procedures.
•Demonstrates knowledge of progressive steps in specific surgical procedures.
•Anticipates the needs of the surgical team
•Communicates variation in surgical procedure to RN
•Anticipates emergent circumstances and communicates the information to the RN
•Dons Personal Protective Equipment according to policy and procedure.
•Disposes of biohazard waste appropriately.
Actively participates in maintaining each patient's dignity and safety at all times.
•Works, collaboratively with all members of the health care team to assure that (1) each patient's privacy is protected and (2) every patient record is considered strictly confidential.
•Assists in transferring the patient to and from the OR/delivery bed to the transport cart/wheelchair.
Functions in an efficient manner at all times while maintaining a safe, orderly, and well-equipped environment.
•Actively maintains a safe work environment: Keeps patient rooms and unit orderly, according to guidelines, unit routine and regulatory standards i.e. the Joint Commission Standards.
•Monitors unit specific items each shift i.e. baby blankets, lift equipment, vaginal/Cesarean packs. Notify charge RN and missing department of required items.
•Maintains and replenishes supplies according to established unit quantities/PAR for the designated area
•Assesses the functioning of OR equipment each shift ie D&C machine, suction set up.
•Monitor PAR levels of OR instruments, dilators, suture, speculums, and supplies each shift.
•Opens and utilizes supplies and equipment judiciously.
•Stocks unit supplies as returned from Sterile processing
Demonstrates consideration and cooperation within the Obstetrical area.
•Exhibits, consistently, professional interactions with managers, co-workers, physicians and all other Obstetrical personnel.
•Demonstrates flexibility by accepting routine and non-routine assignments as delegated by the RN staff.
•Offers ideas for clinical/system improvements to the OB Nursing leadership team.
•Actively attends and participates in unit/area meetings/pertinent in-services.
•Present to work on time and attends OB huddles at 7AM/7PM followed by unit report.
•Notifies the Charge RN (designee) when assignments are completed and when leaving the unit.
•Sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit, under the direction of the RN
•Demonstrates sound judgment and decision making at all times.
Assists unit personnel by carrying out additional duties as delegated
•Reports to charge RN or designate for assignment of duties.
•Performs infant equipment assessment each shift in the LDRs, and ORs.
•Monitor integrity/expiration of neonatal boxes each shift. If compromised or expired, notify charge RN.
•Performs quality safety checks on the Glucometer. This includes stocking of the supplies according to PAR. Notified charge RN of variances i.e. failure, incomplete, error.
•Police unit for repairs/replacements i.e. soiled curtains, broken equipment, structural repairs and notify the appropriate department.
•Assists the obstetrical staff in the delivery room as instructed by the Obstetrical team. This can include but not be limited to:
•Opens and counts the delivery field before and after deliveries.
•Prepares the infant radiant warmer for delivery.
•Obtaining supplies and equipment as needed in the delivery.
•Assistance with pt care during the delivery i.e. holding leg, pericare as instructed by the obstetrical team.
•Transport and tubing of cord blood gases to the lab.
•Collects and transports placenta specimens to the designated unit location.
•Transports and processes soiled instruments according to unit standard.
Supports transfer of patients, supplies and specimens.
•Assists with admission, discharge, and supports unit transfer processes, within, and from L&D.
•Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required.
•Transports vaginal probe to and from area of use for high level disinfecting.
Demonstrates a professional work style in interactions with internal and external customers.
•Communicates all pertinent information to the appropriate team member throughout the shift and to the oncoming shift.
•Negotiates break time and communicates departure and return time with the charge RN.
•Demonstrates initiative and self-direction in work habits.

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: PBC Transplant

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: $40.75 - $72.94 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 Dialysis Access Coordinator RN works closely with transplant surgeons, interventional radiologists and nephrologists, nephrology providers and dialysis unit staff, and other care team members, as well as patients and families to educate and facilitate the placement and use of the optimal patient access option for dialysis treatments. This may include either vascular access or peritoneal dialysis (PD) catheter access.
The Dialysis Access Coordinator RN serves as a role model for other clinical nursing staff and collaborates with the dialysis access team. The Dialysis Access Coordinator RN exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. The Dialysis Access Coordinator RN is accountable to demonstrate and continue to develop proficiency (both knowledge and skill) specific to all types of support for patients in need of vascular access procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure
• Baccalaureate degree in nursing.
• Minimum 6 months of outpatient healthcare nursing experience.
• Knowledge of current access devices.
• Basic vascular ultrasound knowledge/experience desirable.
Skills:
• Analytical and critical thinking ability.
• Communication skills required to lead, teach, and motivate others.
• Interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• Proficient in optimizing workflows through technology in Epic and MS Outlook.

Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
•Main contact for all scheduling and coordination of vascular access patients under care at the University Transplant Program (UTP).
•Communicates and collaborates with multidisciplinary dialysis access team to determine and maintain the safest dialysis access for patients.
•Remains knowledgeable of all UTP dialysis access patients’ condition and needs.
•Develops close relationship with dialysis clinic managers, access coordinators, and staff nurses.
•Coordinates calls from dialysis clinics for procedure scheduling and any patient care concerns.
•Able to triage contacts from nephrologists, dialysis units, and patients/families regarding concerns about existing dialysis access, including ability to identify potentially emergent situations and mitigate and direct patients/families or other care providers as indicated.
•Tracks UTP access patients to ensure follow-up appointments are made and rescheduled if missed.
•Facilitates communication and care coordination with hospital dialysis access stakeholders, including nephrology team, interventional radiology, and interventional radiology and others as indicated.
•Communicates with inpatient RN coordinators to track UTP dialysis access patients admitted to the hospital and facilitates follow-up and additional testing and procedures as indicated.
•Documents individualized plans of care related to dialysis access developed by the multidisciplinary dialysis access care team. Facilitates multidisciplinary dialysis access care rounds.
•Provides education to patients and families about dialysis access options, procedures, and care, taking into account specific, physical, psychosocial, and learning needs of each patient/family. Advocates for dialysis catheter avoidance/reduction.
•Facilitates clinic evaluation of dialysis access patients, including collecting care data, collating prior medical records including operative reports and imaging studies, and obtaining reports from dialysis units regarding patients’ status on dialysis, clinical concerns, and dialysis adequacy.
•Able to communicate with surgical providers in a clear and succinct fashion.
•Routing cleaning of ultrasound machine and escalating supply ordering needs related to the ultrasound machine effectively to leadership.
•Assist with office procedures in dialysis access patients, including knowledge of sterile technique and common office procedures. Inventory and re-order supplies as required.
•Excellent documentation skills, including ability to upload images, faxes, and other documents sent from referring providers into the media tab of the electronic medical record and communicates receipt of materials with dialysis providers.
•Facilitates clinic flow, including orderly progression of schedule and continuity of individual patient care.
•Provides education to dialysis units regarding patient-specific dialysis access concerns.
•Facilitates pre-operative clearance (as indicated) and surgical scheduling of UTP access patients, including having sufficient knowledge of dialysis access procedures to assist in consenting patients and families for dialysis access procedures.
•Administrative coordination, including faxing operative notes to appropriate clinics and providers, contacting patients/clinics regarding test results, or advising patient of surgery times/location.
•Provides education and supervision of other providers within UTP who are part of the UTP dialysis access care team.
•Guides others through the use of formal/informal communication systems, including collaborations across colleagues in highly multi-disciplinary departments.
•Takes appropriate nursing action in emergencies.
Supports the Rush mission:
•Continually improves personal skills to ensure the highest quality patient care, education of patients, staff and students and research.
•Treats patients, visitors and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity. Exhibits the spirit of team in working with other Rush staff.
•Demonstrates a willingness to accept positive and negative feedback and changes behavior as indicated.
•Utilizes the resources of the Medical Center in a responsible manner to accomplish daily work.
•Carries out the components of performance necessary for successful Rush employees
•Attends training and educational programs identified by Rush as necessary for this position.
•Provides age-appropriate care, as necessary. Maintains a safe and orderly work environment

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: 1520 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60607

Business Unit: RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center

Department: Radiology Oncology

Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1. 0 FTE)

Work Schedule: Four 10-Hour Shifts per week - Monday to Friday

Must be able to float to Oak Park location on occasion if needed.

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.