Location: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Operating Room

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

Shift: Shift 4

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 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: $25.20 - $39.69 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 Technologist II assists in patient care and surgical services under the supervision of a registered nurse. The primary responsibility of this person is to carry out the function of the scrub role during surgical procedures. Exemplifies The Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:
• Graduate of accredited ORT Program.
• One or more years of clinical experience OR current certification by the association of surgical technologist.
• Analytic ability.
• Effective written and oral communication skills utilizing repeat back strategies for patient safety and teaching.
• Must be able to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• Flexibility with schedule to accommodate staffing needs
• Organizational skills for timely processes.
• Ability to document using electronic medical record systems, to check documents for errors and use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data

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 protocol.
• Demonstrates advanced operating room technical skills.
• Participates in routine cases with minimal direction using the guidelines of the preference cards. 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.
• Active participation in time out process.
• Correctly pulls and prepares sutures/other specified supplies per Operating Room Information System preference cards.
• Updates cards as needed.
• Obtains and safely assembles necessary 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.
• Self-directed in coordinating scrub activities for complex surgical procedures.
• Cares for and handles surgical instruments/equipment according to Operating Room protocols.
• Demonstrates manual dexterity in handling instruments and equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for proper functioning of equipment and maintenance 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 that is incorrect.
• Uses repeat back communications and key words for safety concerns.
• Maintains an orderly sterile field, Mayo stand and back table throughout the surgical procedure.
• Demonstrates knowledge of progressive steps in multiple 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 table to the transport cart.
• Functions In an efficient manner at all times.
• Opens and utilizes supplies and equipment judiciously
• Restocks rooms according to the established par stock lists. Updates par stock lists in conjunction with RN team members.
• Demonstrates consideration and cooperation within the operating room.
• Consistently exhibits professional interactions with managers, co-workers, physicians and all other operating room personnel.
• Demonstrates flexibility by accepting routine and non-routine assignments.
• Offers ideas for clinical/system improvements to the charge nurse or unit director.
• Participates, actively, in unit/area meetings.
• Notifies the schedule board coordinator or designee when assignments are completed and when leaving the operating room during work hours.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making at all times.
Assists nursing personnel by carrying out additional duties as delegated.
• Supports the Rush Oak Park Mission.
• Continually improves personal skills to ensure the highest quality patient care, education of patients, staff and students, research and community service.
• Treats patients, visitors, and staff in a caring manner with respect, dignity and abides by nursing shared governance code of conduct.
• Exhibits the spirit of team in working with other ROPH staff.
• Demonstrates a willingness to accept positive and negative feedback and change behavior as indicated.
• Utilizes the resources of the hospital in a responsible manner to accomplish daily work.
• Carries out the components of performance necessary for successful ROPH employees.
• Arrives on time, as scheduled and prepared to begin work.
• Attends training and educational programs identified by ROPH as necessary for this position, completed prior to the deadlines.
• 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: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Enterprise App Integration & Development 

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 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: $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:
Primary responsibilities directed at analysis, design, development and support of data pathways using middleware technologies integrating the Hospital Information System (Epic EMR) with ancillary support systems. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
•Minimum of five (5) + years’ experience designing, developing, and supporting production HL7/FHIR interfaces, using an interface engine platform like InterSystems Healthshare/Ensemble
•Current Epic Certification (Bridges, InterConnect, App Orchard, other)
•Certification/proven experiences using one of the following interface engines: InterSystems Healthshare Ensemble, INFOR Cloverleaf, Rhapsody, E*Gate/JCAPPS, other
•3 + years’ experience with Networking (connectivity troubleshooting, VPN, etc.)
•3 + years’ experience with basic Unix commands
•Requires a strong understanding and ability to demonstrate front-end programming technologies, which may include cache object script, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, or others.
•Experience with API and web service integrations
•3 + years mentoring/leading integration development team members: training, coaching, and assistance
•Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
•Experience of Implementing technical related team documentation (written standards, procedures and policies)
•Analytical, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.
•Ability to validate vendor technical specification and facilitate testing
•Ability to work with a team.
•Demonstration of Leadership skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Exposure to project management with track record of maintaining deliverables and communication of responsible milestone and task to the project teams.
•Exposure to server administration, security, active directory, and cloud technologies
•Experience with ServiceNow or similar incident tracking software.
Physical Demands:
Competencies:
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.Serve team as a subject matter expert in complex technical areas critical to the organization.
2.Responsible for keeping current with leading integration technologies as well as evaluation/adoption of new solutions.
3.Responsible and accountable for internal system administration (Bridges, InterConnect, Middleware, etc.)
4.Analyzes results of user testing to define interface requirements and develops specifications or prototypes.
5.Develops, designs, and edits interface templates or interface code, following established software development methodologies.
6.Writes test plans and conducts testing to ensure interface usability, functionality and compatibility with existing technologies.
7.Participates in code reviews with junior engineers.
8.Review and gap analysis of messaging protocols/structures (HL7, FHIR, etc.) supplied through vendor requirements/specifications.
9.Programmatic design, development, and testing of interface pathways to support enhancements, modifications, upgrades, and new system implementations.
10.Remain current certification standings (Epic, other) and demonstrate ability to follow established software development methodologies as well as department standard procedures and policies.
11.Oversee integrated testing cycles and ensure interface usability, functionality and compatibility with existing technologies – making necessary adjustments or modifications as indicated.
12.Configuration and maintenance of Epic Bridges Interfaces as well as InterConnect Services; including reading and review of release notes and service bulletins.
13.Technical Support of Epic upgrade release schedule as indicated.
14.Maintain and configuration of organizational FTP transfers as indicated.
15.Conduct peer code reviews with junior team members.
16.Manages user support and feedback.
17.Escalation of issues accordingly within department ServiceNow policy (Manager) – communication and inclusion of vendor related appropriate parties
18.Other duties as assigned.

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Perioperative Care Unit PrepP2

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 10 Hr (5:00:00 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: $40.05 - $61.28 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

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

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

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

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Endoscopy

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 10 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: $21.61 - $34.04 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 Endoscopy Technician II works under the direction of a physician, department leadership, and/or registered nurse. Provides support to the Endoscopy department before, during and after procedures. This role is responsible for performing the duties of disinfecting endoscopic equipment, assisting physicians with the technical components of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures as assigned and able to effectively manage basic procedural routines to help support smooth clinical operations. In addition, this role exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Education and Experience:
Required
•High school diploma or equivalent.
•1 year current Endoscopy Technician experience.
•Current GI Technical Specialist (GTS) certification or Advanced GTS.
•Current experience with decontamination and reprocessing of all instrumentation used in assigned department; according to regulatory agency requirements and standards set forth by professional organizations and institutional policies.
•Prior clinical training. This may include CMS, CNA, PCT, EMT, corpsman, or paramedic training.
•Successful completion of the institutional screening examination.
•Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
•Advanced knowledge of GI anatomy and aseptic techniques.
•Problem solving skills.
•Excellent communication and customer service skills.
•Basic computer skills.
Preferred
•Advanced Life Support.
•Associate Degree or higher.
•Patient Care Technician Certification or Certified Medical Assistant.
•Accredited Phlebotomy and /or PIV training and course completion.
Other Duties:
Intravenous Line Insertion/Phlebotomy
•Under direction of the physician and supervision of a registered nurse, the Endoscopy Technician II will insert peripheral intravenous lines (PIV) and applies dressing in compliance with hospital and unit procedure.
•Demonstrates basic understanding of procedure to be performed ensuring proper placement of PIV line to not interfere with planned procedure
•Provides instruction/information to patient/significant other concerning placement of IV line/care being provided.
•Assists in emergency situations as needed.
•Under the direction of physician and supervision of a registered nurse, performs phlebotomy as assigned.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands:
•Ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
•Lifting or carrying objects 35-40 lbs. 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 contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
•The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter and retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.

Responsibilities:
1.Assists clinical team with endoscopic procedures that includes pre-procedure set-up (including documentation within Provation and scope tracking software programs), assistance intra-procedure with specimen collection and treatments (including obtaining tissue specimens, polypectomies, therapeutic injections, and dilatations), and post-procedure processes with management of equipment and supplies.
2.Demonstrates proficiency in the use of unit specific equipment and supplies that includes preparing and maintaining endoscopic equipment during procedures (i.e., electro-cautery, heating probes, endoscopic light source).
3.Demonstrates accurate cleaning and disinfecting procedures for all endoscopes and accessory equipment that adheres to Infection Control Guidelines and equipment manufacturer instructions for use.
4.Efficiently reports equipment malfunctions to either charge nurse or unit leadership and ensures the scope tracking process is maintained within the scope tracking program (SPM).
5.Reports to Charge RN or designee for assignment of duties and sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit, under the direction of the RN.
6.Keeps procedure rooms orderly and independently organizes and restocks according to unit specifications.
7.Demonstrates effective communication skills to foster teamwork within the work environment that ultimately supports the mission and values of Rush.
8.Demonstrates knowledge of age appropriate care when caring for patients and treats patients, visitors, and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity.
9.Transports laboratory specimens, blood products, and patient belongings as required and assists with the admission, discharge, and transport of patients.
10.Performs routine specimen collections (blood glucose, urine, etc).
11.Active involvement in unit based initiatives and projects.

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Perioperative Care Unit Rcvry

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Location: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Food and Nutrition Services

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

Shift: Shift 4

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 PM - 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: $16.48 - $23.28 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:
Responsibilities includes patient facing food service on assigned units, cashier duties, food handling, dish room and sanitation. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Will train on the job.
•Interpersonal skills with the ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail necessary.
•Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
•Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
•Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patients, families and associates of the organization.
•Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
•Basic computer skills.
•Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, or oral form.
•Ability to deal with problems and offer solution
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Previous food service experience
•High school graduate or G.E.D.
Physical Demands:
•Ability to work in a fast pace environment.
•Ability to bend, kneel, lift up to 25#, if necessary.

Responsibilities:
•Takes patients menu selections prior to each meal, complies with dietary restrictions on special modified diets in accordance with food allergies and
sensitivities, cultural, ethnic and religious preferences, when patient inquires or needs additional selections.
•Communicates and practices patient safety goals and patient confidentiality.
•Utilizes equipment in performing job functions according to department’s safety procedures.
•Assists in daily cleaning operations as needed to include dish room duties to ensure all necessary service ware is available for next meals service.
•Required to participate and attends departmental meetings and staff development programs.
•Exhibits pleasant and cheerful demeanor and maintains a helpful attitude towards employees, physicians, patients, and visitors.
•Maintains sanitation standards of the department including disposal of waste in the proper manner, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning food service
equipment.
•Merchandises, portions and serves food and meals as directed to patients, customers and guests.
•Operates cash register and collects money for food sold in retail services.
•Maintains records, logs and reports as assigned.
•Attends departmental and hospital wide in-services as assigned.
•Adheres to departmental, hospital and regulatory agency standards.
•Assigned duties may change frequently based on the needs of the operation.
•Orders, receives, assembles, and prepares, portions, serves, transports and stores food and food service supplies in accordance with protocol. Performs
cashier, sanitation and trash removal functions 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 Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Central Transportation

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

Shift: Shift 2

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (2:30:00 PM - 11:00:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $16.20 - $21.77 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:
Under the director of the Manager of Medical Imaging/Cardiology and with general supervision of the lead techs, transports patients to and from all areas of the hospital Will assists in transporting equipment, specimens and minor clerical duties as needed in a manner that exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Job Requirements:
Must obtain CPR certification within the first 90 days of hire.
Customer Service, Customer focus, and courteous bedside manner.
Excellent communications skills to work with patients, physicians and other hospital personnel.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•High school graduate or G.E.D.
Abilities:
Physical ability to help lift 50 lbs. and greater. Ability to push and pull patients and transportation equipment up and down inclines. Have the stamina to spend 90% of the workday on their feet. The ability to read and have basic computer skills necessary to utilize the hospital EMR to perform job duties.
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.Transports patients, and patient care equipment to designated areas throughout the hospital.
2.Use EPIC Transport module to accept and record job assignments.
3.Observes policies and procedures pertaining to safe bed operations, 02 equipment, stretchers, wheelchairs, lift devices and other patient care equipment.
4.Observes hospital policies regarding Isolation precautions and required PPE policies.
5.Ability to transport and treat patients with respect for their privacy and modesty.
6.Transfers patients to and from wheelchairs, bed and diagnostic equipment using safe and ergonomic maneuvers.
7.Physically move patients on an doff transport equipment. Assist the patient care units/department staff with transferring patients to and from beds to wheelchairs/stretchers.
8.Maintains a safe, secure and healthy work environment in accordance with the hospital policies and complying with the governing regulations.
9.Demonstrates behaviors necessary for age specific care and knowledge of decision-making process for all ages of population(s) served.
10.Obtains appropriate equipment to accomplish task with minimal disruption.
11.Deliver wheelchairs and stretchers that need repair to the designated area.
12.Ability to cope with and manage change.
13.Performs duties in accordance with HIPPA policies
14.Train new Transport techs on all aspects of the jobs: i.e. equipment, Patient tracking via phone, recording job assignments, body mechanics, elevator etiquette, etc.
15.To maintain self in appearance and attitude in a professional manner.
16.To function under pressure when interacting with patients, co-workers, etc. under difficult situations.
17.Transports blood products, surgical specimens, and/or other various supplies as needed throughout the hospital.
18.Alert Security Department when unusual occurrences are observed.
19.Performs related 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: Food And Nutr Srvcs -R500 Drcc

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (6:00:00 AM - 2:30:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $16.48 - $23.28 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:
Serves as direct point of contact with all customers through all stages from initial contact, proposals, confirmations and finalized booking of catering and event sales, responsibilities include welcoming guests, making follow up phone calls, responding to emails, data entry, creating banquet event orders for events, detailing events, making contact with client, diffusing any problems handling all phone and internet inquiries.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High School Diploma
•Minimum 2 years of experience in the administrative, clerical, or purchasing field
•Excellent communication skills (verbal and clerical) and public relation skills for greeting all guests to the office.
•Knowledge of computer software - Excel, Word, Power Point, – in order to design, implement and maintain complex data programs for the department.
•Ability to demonstrate critical thinking in a high paced environment with minimal supervision.
•Ability to handle a variety of complex tasks at once while working under tight deadlines on a daily basis.
•Ability to represent the department by consistently demonstrating professional appearance and grace under pressure.
•Ability to handle confidential information and maintain confidentiality.
•Food handlers and allergen certification
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Associate degree in hospitality management or related field
•2 years previous catering experience
•Extensive Knowledge of Food and Beverage
•Knowledge of room set ups for meetings and receptions, types of service
•Experienced with catering and accounting software – Eventmaster, Catertrax, Quickbooks
•Ability to navigate internet websites, and perform website maintenance
Physical Demands:
•Sufficient dexterity to operate computer keyboard, able to communicate using a variety of audio technology, able to see; 90% of time sitting, 10% of time standing or walking
•Ability to routinely walk to other areas and lift 20# boxes as required.
Competencies:
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:
•Welcomes guests and clients and effectively communicates with in a friendly, courteous and timely manner.
•Acts as a receptionist for all in-coming visitors.
•Answers incoming calls for information and provides quotes for catering services and associated costs.
•Responds to inquiries over the telephone and handles scheduling duties.
•Replies to emails by providing prospective and existing customers with information regarding available rooms and timelines.
•Follows up with customers in order to confirm upcoming catering events.
•Schedules appointments with clients.
•Gathers necessary information from clients and meeting planners to assist in menu planning, floor plans, room setup and décor.
•Assists clients in choosing setup plans offered by the facility, according to their specific needs
•Suggests alternative menu items in order to provide customers with variety.
•Performs transcribing, formatting, inputting and editing work to produce event sheets, menus, and required information
•Coordinates menus, preparation and distribution of specifications sheets and catering schedules.
•Assists managers in conducting tastings, handling layouts of food stations and design of menu that benefits company standards.
•Coordinates efforts to rent audio and visual equipment.
•Operates and maintains office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, printers and scanners
•Ensures the cleanliness and neatness of all assigned areas.
•Enters assigned data into the office database.
•Maintains electronic filing systems that enhance department function and increase efficiency.
•Copy and collate documents.
•Gathers and researches information required by the management.
•Prepares quotations of catering events and provides needed information.
•Trains other staff/clerical staff on routine procedures, telephone operations, pager function, and office machines.

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: Neurological Sciences-Res Adm

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: $27.47 - $38.81 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.

Job Summary:
The Clinical Research Coordinator II (CRC II) independently coordinates assigned aspects of clinical research studies across a range of disciplines. Responsibilities include participant recruitment and retention, study data management, regulatory documentation submission and maintenance, communication with sponsors and institutional stakeholders, and monitoring of study compliance. The CRC II executes study protocols with increasing independence, identifies and resolves routine operational issues, contributes to process improvements, and may assist in mentoring less experienced staff. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:
Education:
•Bachelor’s degree
Experience:
•2+ years of experience coordinating clinical trials
•Independent site management experience
OR
Experience (in lieu of a degree)
•3 years total experience in coordinating clinical trials with increasing complexity
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
•Regulatory Knowledge – Understands Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and proper research documentation.
•Regulatory Compliance – Knows the basic rules and guidelines from NIH and FDA that apply to research.
•Project & Time Management – Can manage timelines, keep track of tasks, and handle several study activities at once.
•Problem-Solving & Judgment – Can figure out solutions when challenges come up and make thoughtful decisions.
•Detail & Organization – Pays close attention to detail and keeps study data and records well organized.
•Participant & Vendor Interaction – Builds trust with participants and communicates respectfully with sponsors and outside partners.
•Communication Skills – Speaks and writes clearly when sharing information with research teams, participants, or external groups.
•Teamwork – Works well with other staff and helps solve problems as part of the team.
•Flexibility – Willing to work evenings or weekends if the study requires it.
•Travel Readiness – Able to travel locally or nearby for study visits, participant support, or training.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Experience:
•2-5 years’ experience in clinical research conduct, regulatory management, or research administration
Certifications:
•Relevant certification strongly preferred (Certified Clinical Research Professionals (CCRP),
•Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA),
•Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), OR
•Certified IRB Professional (CIP)

Job Responsibilities:
1.Coordinates all aspects of the study including recruitment, consent, screening, scheduling, tracking, and provides study updates to study participants throughout the conduct of the study.
2.May collect and enter data into study case report forms and/or electronic data capture system and respond to queries in a timely manner.
3.Independently submits or partners with a regulatory coordinator to submit study related documents, study protocols, and study protocol amendments to the IRB per policy and procedure, with increasing autonomy over time to prepare for independent regulatory management responsibilities.
4.Ensures procedural documentation is accurate, complete, and in compliance with institutional, local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations related to clinical research.
5.Verifies and ensures that data is consistent with 100% of source documentation before entry into case report forms and electronic data capture systems to support accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness.
6.May collect, process, and ship potentially biohazardous specimens.
7.May administer more complex structured tests and questionnaires according to research study protocols, including providing protocol-specific education to participants regarding procedures and expectations. May utilize study-related technology and equipment as part of assessment procedures.
8.Provides ongoing study status updates, responds to questions, and may create summary report(s) for distribution to the PI, Administrator, department stakeholders, Sponsor, and Compliance throughout the conduct of the study.
9.Organizes and participates in auditing and monitoring visits.
10.Monitors participant interactions for protocol deviations, adverse events (AEs), and serious adverse events (SAEs), and reports findings per institutional and regulatory guidelines.
11.Partners with PI(s), sponsor, compliance, clinical staff, and manager to identify and improve more complex processes as it relates to the conduct of the research study.
12.May provide oversight, training, and coaching to less experienced staff.
13.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: Neurological Sciences-Res Adm

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: $27.47 - $38.81 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.

Job Summary:
The Clinical Research Coordinator II (CRC II) independently coordinates assigned aspects of clinical research studies across a range of disciplines. Responsibilities include participant recruitment and retention, study data management, regulatory documentation submission and maintenance, communication with sponsors and institutional stakeholders, and monitoring of study compliance. The CRC II executes study protocols with increasing independence, identifies and resolves routine operational issues, contributes to process improvements, and may assist in mentoring less experienced staff. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:
Education:
•Bachelor’s degree
Experience:
•2+ years of experience coordinating clinical trials
•Independent site management experience
OR
Experience (in lieu of a degree)
•3 years total experience in coordinating clinical trials with increasing complexity
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
•Regulatory Knowledge – Understands Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and proper research documentation.
•Regulatory Compliance – Knows the basic rules and guidelines from NIH and FDA that apply to research.
•Project & Time Management – Can manage timelines, keep track of tasks, and handle several study activities at once.
•Problem-Solving & Judgment – Can figure out solutions when challenges come up and make thoughtful decisions.
•Detail & Organization – Pays close attention to detail and keeps study data and records well organized.
•Participant & Vendor Interaction – Builds trust with participants and communicates respectfully with sponsors and outside partners.
•Communication Skills – Speaks and writes clearly when sharing information with research teams, participants, or external groups.
•Teamwork – Works well with other staff and helps solve problems as part of the team.
•Flexibility – Willing to work evenings or weekends if the study requires it.
•Travel Readiness – Able to travel locally or nearby for study visits, participant support, or training.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Experience:
•2-5 years’ experience in clinical research conduct, regulatory management, or research administration
Certifications:
•Relevant certification strongly preferred (Certified Clinical Research Professionals (CCRP),
•Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA),
•Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), OR
•Certified IRB Professional (CIP)

Job Responsibilities:
1.Coordinates all aspects of the study including recruitment, consent, screening, scheduling, tracking, and provides study updates to study participants throughout the conduct of the study.
2.May collect and enter data into study case report forms and/or electronic data capture system and respond to queries in a timely manner.
3.Independently submits or partners with a regulatory coordinator to submit study related documents, study protocols, and study protocol amendments to the IRB per policy and procedure, with increasing autonomy over time to prepare for independent regulatory management responsibilities.
4.Ensures procedural documentation is accurate, complete, and in compliance with institutional, local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations related to clinical research.
5.Verifies and ensures that data is consistent with 100% of source documentation before entry into case report forms and electronic data capture systems to support accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness.
6.May collect, process, and ship potentially biohazardous specimens.
7.May administer more complex structured tests and questionnaires according to research study protocols, including providing protocol-specific education to participants regarding procedures and expectations. May utilize study-related technology and equipment as part of assessment procedures.
8.Provides ongoing study status updates, responds to questions, and may create summary report(s) for distribution to the PI, Administrator, department stakeholders, Sponsor, and Compliance throughout the conduct of the study.
9.Organizes and participates in auditing and monitoring visits.
10.Monitors participant interactions for protocol deviations, adverse events (AEs), and serious adverse events (SAEs), and reports findings per institutional and regulatory guidelines.
11.Partners with PI(s), sponsor, compliance, clinical staff, and manager to identify and improve more complex processes as it relates to the conduct of the research study.
12.May provide oversight, training, and coaching to less experienced staff.
13.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: Orthopedic Surgery-Res Adm

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 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: $23.12 - $32.66 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 Lab Research Assistant 3 independently performs specialized laboratory procedures and oversees technical workflows to support high-quality scientific research. The Lab Research Assistant 3 serves as a technical lead in executing and refining protocols, interpreting complex data, and supervising daily laboratory activities of junior staff. This position contributes to data generation, documentation integrity, and scientific deliverables such as protocol development and manuscript preparation.
Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Experience: 3 years of laboratory experience in an academic, healthcare, or research environment

OR

• Experience (in lieu of a degree): 4 years of progressive laboratory experience, with at least two (2) years involves direct execution of laboratory tests or support of active research studies

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Expert knowledge of both basic and specialized laboratory instruments and software programs
• Expert knowledge of standard experimental design
• Strong analytic skills
• Proficient knowledge of best practice laboratory practice and principles including their application
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Organizes responsibilities to meet protocol deadlines; adjusts task flow to maintain lab productivity and readiness
• Manages multiple tasks with attention to accuracy and sequencing; prioritizes responsibilities to meet study timelines
• Demonstrated experience contributing to protocol development, scientific writing, or manuscript preparation
• Experience working independently in regulated or quality-controlled laboratory environments
• Strong oral and written communication
• Proficiency using laboratory data systems such as REDCap, Excel, GraphPad Prism, or Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for data entry, organization, and basic analysis

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree in biological or chemical science with applied laboratory coursework
• Experience: 3 years of laboratory exposure in an academic, healthcare, or research environment
• 1+ years supervisory / mentoring / advising experience

Physical Demands:

• Requires effective use of fine motor skills for pipetting, microscopy, and data entry tasks
• Requires good vision and manual dexterity to accurately handle lab instruments, record data, and operate computerized systems
• Frequently stands or walks during labs and may occasionally lift or carry items (e.g., reagent trays, small sample containers) up to 25 lbs
• Must work safely in environments containing chemicals, biological samples, or equipment with minimal physical strain

Job Responsibilities:

• Independently perform specialized or multi-step laboratory procedures aligned with research protocols; adjust experimental conditions based on sample variability or instrument response
• Process, label, and track specimens through complex workflows; troubleshoot specimen quality issues and escalate study concerns to the investigator
• Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot advanced laboratory instruments and robotic systems; train others on proper use and coordinate service visits as needed
• Lead the refinement and implementation of laboratory protocols; evaluate new methods, document outcomes, and share findings with the research team
• Record detailed procedures and results in electronic systems or lab notebooks; review documentation from junior staff to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Analyze experimental results across multiple time points or sample groups; interpret findings in relation to study aims and contribute summaries for team review
• Supervise Lab Research Assistant 1 and 2 staff in day-to-day lab operations; assign tasks, monitor timelines, and provide technical guidance or corrective feedback
• Present findings, protocol updates, or technical challenges during lab meetings; contribute to workflow planning and implementation of efficiency improvements
• Collaborate with external labs, shared resource cores, or clinical teams to coordinate protocols, timelines, and data transfer logistics
• Oversee laboratory supply inventory and vendor coordination; ensure availability of specialty materials, resolve order issues, and track purchasing trends
• Monitor lab-wide safety adherence; deliver onboarding or refresher safety training for students, volunteers, or new hires
• Draft or revise methods sections for internal protocols or scientific manuscripts; generate visuals and respond to data presentation feedback from PIs or collaborators
• Translate findings from literature into improved lab practices or study designs; present relevant updates during team discussions
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support daily research operations

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: Emergency Department

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

Shift: Shift 2

Work Schedule: 10 Hr (11:00:00 AM - 9:00:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $48.07 - $74.39 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 Leader (CNL) is an expert nurse and role model who achieves expected outcomes, demonstrates leadership, and serves as a resource in the management of clinically complex patients. The CNL works with the healthcare team to coordinate care for all patients within the defined microsystem and functions to provide holistic patient centered care using the nursing process and evidence based practices. The CNL is responsible for determining the appropriateness of admissions and continued patient stay, assisting the Care Management team in the development of the plan of care, ensuring that the plan is implemented in a timely basis, and identifying the expected length of stay (ELOS). The CNL contributes to the healthcare team’s effectiveness by identifying barriers to effective and efficient utilization of resources and evaluating patients’ psychosocial and/or financial and clinical needs throughout the continuum of care. The CNL also functions as a nexus of internal and external communication between patients, physician practices, the hospital, and other community providers, and actively participates in and initiates efforts to enhance patient flow and decrease length of stay while increasing patient satisfaction and reducing readmissions. The CNL evaluates, monitors, and improves the quality of nursing care, promotes quality patient care by participating in performance improvement activities, and coordinates and participates in the provision of education and/or nursing quality improvement. The CNL evaluates monitors, manages and improves the quality of nursing care through planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational activities to promote high standards of nursing practice throughout the Division of Nursing. The CNL assignment will be by unit and may require responsibility on other units. The CNL functions over half of the time in direct patient care through these activities on the assigned unit. The CNL assists in organizational initiatives as relates to ongoing upkeep of specialty designations, regulatory requirements and community collaboratives. 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: Nursing from an accredited school of nursing is required (must, at a minimum, be enrolled in a Master’s Program with proof of graduation date within 9 months of employment).
• BLS
• At least 1 year experience
• National certification.
• ACLS
• PALS in ED or continuously assigned to areas with a scope of service that involves patients under the age of 13.
• Incident Command Training
• Case Management Educational Programs as dictated by organization
• Clinical Nurse Leader- ICU: At least 1 year of ICU RN experience, and ACLS
• Clinical Nurse Leader-ED: At least 1 year of ED RN experience, ACLS, and PALS required.
*Clinical Nurse Leader‐Perioperative Services: At least 1 year of RN experience within a perioperative services
departments (OR, SDS, PACU, Pre-op, or Endo), ACLS required.
• Clinical expertise, ability to practice at an advanced level
• Ability to teach and motivate staff
• Ability to act flexibly as new developments arise and priorities change
• Ability to take initiative and develop role
• Mentoring and group facilitation skills
• Must possess level of interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively across the multidisciplinary team
• Knowledgeable on evidence based practice
• Basic computer skills
• Can demonstrate recent clinical practice
• Ability to utilize various data monitoring outcomes through tools such as Excel.
• Ability to disseminate outcomes and knowledge through the use of PowerPoint and writing abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines both at unit and organizational level.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Clinical Nurse Leader certification preferred, but not required.
• CCRN.

Responsibilities:
Relationships and Caring
• Create respectful interactions that are therapeutic and trusting through supporting patient’s rights to make decisions about care and treatment and through remaining cognizant of cultural differences when communicating.
Foster collaborative relationship with interdisciplinary team and colleagues through rounding with other members of the interdisciplinary team to discuss patient progress and by conducting interdisciplinary team meetings to provide mechanism for all clinical disciplines to collaborate, plan, implement, and assess the plan of care.
• Interact with the patient/family upon admission and throughout the hospital stay to discuss the plan of care and coordination of services based on clinical needs and available resources.
• Support of educational environment through patient and family education regarding available options for care through the continuum, creation and coordination of the development of patient educational pathways and patient education materials, and by providing formal and informal educational opportunities on the unit to improve clinical skills of all staff.
• Nurture professional relationships both internal and external to unit and organization with professional organizations, regulatory bodies, Boards of Nursing, colleges of nursing and other key stakeholders through participation in continuing education for self and for the development of colleagues and future generations.
• Seek opportunities within the nursing team to act as coach, mentor, and support to staff of all disciplines and students through utilizing the most current tools to access information, ensuring appropriate assessments of learner needs.
• Work collaboratively with physicians on concurrent denial appeals.
• Coordinate direct communication between the physician and the payors medical director as required.
• Assist Clinical Social Worker and Emergency Department staff to identify the appropriate level of care for the patient by utilizing approved criteria and identify clinical resources to achieve optimal patient outcomes and appropriate reimbursement for ROPH (e.g. Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) inpatient psychiatric placement, ROPH observation, or ROPH acute inpatient).
• Cultivate and maintain a collaborative relationship with community agencies offering services to discharged patients. Maintain and promote the Rush System for Health ICARE Values as customer service is performed.
Leadership
• Lead activities that evaluate current practice and stimulate change through the dissemination and implementation of latest evidence-based practice to nursing staff and colleagues, writing or revising unit-based or organizational procedures and/or protocols to reflect the latest evidence, implementation of research findings determining costs and client benefits, and through assuming a leadership role in facilitating division-wide innovations in the development, revision and implementation of clinical protocols which transition patient across the continuum of care.
• Mentor other nurses and students regarding nursing practice and career development through providing formal and informal educational opportunities on the unit to improve clinical skills, recommending specific programming to build clinical skill sets, and through effective communication to support staff progress towards identified goals.
• Manage patient services beyond the clinical unit through negotiation of health care resources on behalf of the patient, and through working with team members, other leaders, and physicians to develop and trend performance improvement indicators based on national standards and best practices.
• Evaluate, plan, and have ownership of nursing care for a group of patients for a period of time through outcome management by reviewing consultation notes and/or speaking directly with consultants to discuss patient care and though assessment of patients’ response to treatment and care.
• Communicate and advocate for additional resources when necessary through the maintaining of communication with the Care Management team, Managers and Physicians to ensure appropriate utilization of resources.
• Meet patient care needs through the troubleshooting of complex problems in patient care and by ensuring patient/family preparation for care across the continuum
Provide consultation to physicians and providers to expedite the process of clinical decision-making, diagnostic testing, and treatment.
• Implement and engage in care coordination of specific activities, conferences, strategies, and interventions to move the patient through the continuum of care.
• Establish and maintain a system to identify barriers to efficient and effective care.
Collect and analyze data for presentation to the Utilization Review/Performance Improvement Committee as well as other meetings as applicable.
• Review all direct admissions and transfers from other facilities for appropriate level of care placement, utilizing approved criteria.
• Serve on ROPH Division of Nursing and Professional Nursing Staff process improvement committees as designated.
• Serve and as a role model to nursing staff by demonstrating skilled interpersonal communication while involved in programs at ROPH.
• Oversee and create nursing education programs, utilize the ROPH nursing learner needs assessment to identify gaps in knowledge of nursing staff and deliver education to meet them.
• Collaborate and plan with colleges of nursing to provide progressive educational experience for all levels of nursing students at ROPH.
• Lead initiatives and meet deadlines relative to maintenance of Joint Commission accreditation, ANCC Magnet
• Designation and other specialty designations or certifications within the organization.
• Support and facilitate planning for ROPH based faculty and instructors as well as meaningful student experiences throughout the organization.
Evidenced Based Practice
• Employ nurses science to patient care and environment through utilization of information technology to obtain evidence-based practices and the latest research to provide current best practice information to care providers on the unit.
• Base strategies on successful interventions for given patient population, substantiates procedures, standards, and protocols by research or best practice by exemplars, contribute to body of evidence for best practice by questioning interventions and studying alternatives, and provides a structure for evaluation of evidence and dissemination of best practice through the dissemination and implementation of latest evidence-based practice to nursing staff and colleagues and the writing and/or revising of unit-based procedures, protocols to reflect latest evidence.
• Coordinate and lead formal and informal educational programs based on nursing evidence for staff and students.
• Initiate and/or participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Care and Standards of Practice.
• Lead activities that evaluate current practice and stimulate changes in nursing practice.
• Use the results of quality monitoring data and other evidence-based content to plan and conduct annual competency verification activities that assure compliance with RUMC, ROPH, The Joint Commission, Illinois Department of Public
• Health, and professional association standards.
• Complete continued stay reviews utilizing standardized criteria to justify continued inpatient stay.
• Maintain expertise with utilization review guidelines and regulation and educates interdisciplinary team members where appropriate.
• Coordinate discharge planning and social service functions, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws governing hospitals and in context of current prevailing reporting structures such as IHA and HCAHPS and their associated benchmarks and expectations.
• Utilize best practice and current scientific literature reviews to pursue care coordination, discharge planning, transitions management.
• Pursue regular and frequent education for department and other key groups within ROPH related to case management, utilization review and care coordination.
Create and maintain programs for education that reflect best current practices for nurses, other disciplines and students.
• Maintain standardized organizational as well as unit specialty population specific elements of the CNL role, seeking to update it with any new evidence relative to this job description.
Technical Expertise
• Use technology to deliver effective patient care through the utilization of information technology to obtain evidence-based practices and the latest research.
• Translate purpose of equipment and medical devices for patient and families, coordinate the medication administration process, and coordinate the plan of care through the continuum through the coordination of care of multiple disciplines actively involved in patient care.
• Review specific patient cases to determine compliance with standards for nursing practice and reports findings to unit managers, unit advisory committee, and appropriate NPGO standing committees.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs at the division-wide and the department level.
Identify educational needs of nursing staff and interdisciplinary team in order to develop, implement, and evaluate continued education programs, product in-services, and other staff development activities.
• Coordinate the necessary tools, information, resources, and personnel for special programs and projects.
• Serve and lead as an expert in quality improvement processes, tools and methodologies
• Document all clinical reviews in the Electronic Medical Record and include criteria justification.
• Evaluation and documentation of outcomes achieved and identified internal and external barriers.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the UR requirements of each payor within the patient population, perform level of care appropriateness reviews and document review activities in the electronic medical record as indicated.
• Document patient assessments and subsequent discharge plans, continuum of care coordination activities, and associated, individualized action plans in the electronic medical record.
Critical Thinking
• Synthesize information and use reasoned clinical judgment which understand science, assures patient safety, advocates for patient and family, revises plan of care when needed through providing centralized care and the coordination of a caseload of patients at the microsystem level and through the overseeing of the management of patient care through assessment of patient population daily.
• Inquire and ask clarifying questions through communication between caregivers in a timely, continuous, and complete manner.
• Identify issues through interpretation of quality data and assists in the coordination of quality improvement activities for assigned departments as negotiated with the Unit Directors.
• Mentor staff and students in the development and application of critical thinking in order to manage complex patients, care for changing patient conditions, and understand quality improvement data/activities.
• Educate nursing staff in the understanding and interpretation of quality improvement data, activities, and quality tools.
• Communicate and facilitate understanding among patient and others on the clinical team through the facilitation of direct care when appropriate and through the facilitation of full team discussions including patient and family.
• Review new admissions and perform utilization review, discharge planning, outlier case review, psychosocial needs assessment and/or care management.
• Actively screen all patients for being high risk readmitters and create individualized plans of care, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team on strategies to promote their health in the outpatient setting, rather than through a readmission.
• Identify variances related to length of stay and the discharge planning process and develop individualized plans to resolve barriers.
• Conduct follow-up of care of treatment delays, results reporting and actions outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Appropriately identify, refer and collaborate on cases with the Physician Advisor that do not meet criteria for admission or continued stay, utilizing approved criteria to support timely progression of patients along the healthcare continuum.

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.