Clinical Nurse Specialist

2 weeks ago


Lake Forest, Illinois, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time
Company Overview

At Northwestern Memorial Healthcare, we prioritize every patient interaction, fostering a supportive work environment. Our commitment to a patient-centered approach distinguishes us as a frontrunner in the healthcare sector. As a vital member of our organization, you will contribute to our mission of enhancing healthcare quality across various settings within the Northwestern Memorial Healthcare network. We are dedicated to offering our employees competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive lifecycle benefits.

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse embodies the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial Healthcare, adheres to the organization's ethical standards, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conducts thorough assessments on all assigned patients, ensuring accurate documentation.
  • Addresses patient, family, spiritual, and cultural needs during the assessment process; evaluates the patient's readiness for education and maintains an education record.
  • Communicates any changes in the patient's condition promptly.
  • Utilizes appropriate nursing diagnoses and assessment data to establish realistic outcomes, documenting measurable goals in the care plan; adjusts the care plan as necessary to reflect realistic patient objectives.
  • Collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare team members in planning patient care, documenting interactions accordingly.
  • Evaluates patients for discharge planning and makes necessary referrals.
  • Implements nursing interventions aligned with the established care plan.
  • Demonstrates safe administration of medications.
  • Assesses patients regarding discharge planning and facilitates appropriate referrals.
  • Evaluates and documents patient responses to nursing interventions, modifying the care plan as needed.
  • Supervises and directs the work of patient care or support technicians, maintaining overall accountability for the care of assigned patients.
  • Exhibits effective interpersonal skills in leading and guiding others; addresses conflicts directly and appropriately.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in the charge nurse/preceptor role when assigned, taking responsibility for coordinating patient care across the unit.
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

Required:
  • Registered Nursing license issued by the state of Illinois.
  • Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
  • BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
Preferred:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
  • National Certification in specialty area.
Additional Information

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

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