Job Summary
The staff nurse is responsible for coordinating and providing nursing care to patients with acute illnesses by engaging in assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. This role includes working closely with both the healthcare team and the families of patients to achieve desired health outcomes while upholding professional nursing standards.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of acutely ill patients to inform care plans.
- Plan and implement nursing interventions based on patient needs.
- Evaluate patient responses to interventions and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and engage with patients’ families to enhance care delivery.
- Maintain adherence to professional nursing standards and practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is required.
- Current Illinois Registered Professional Nurse licensure is mandatory.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is necessary.
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential for effective communication and patient care.
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
