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UI Health - Extra Help Staff Nurse I - Dialysis
 University of Illinois Chicago | |
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
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 United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
 Jul 23, 2026 | |
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UI Health - Extra Help Staff Nurse I - Dialysis UI Health - Extra Help Staff Nurse I - Dialysis Hiring Department: Dialysis Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1041895 FTE : 0 Work Schedule - Shift : # of Position: 1 Posting Date: 7/22/2026 Salary: The previously determined rate for this position is $59.00 The final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position. This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.(RNs only) About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes the initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care, and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. This position integrates professional practice model, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies. The Staff Nurse I engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to advocate for the patient, develops an appropriate patient educational plan, and responds to patient's changing needs while sharing information and collaborating with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. The Staff Nurse I participates in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior. Duties & Responsibilities Develops, implements, and updates the patient's plan of care based on on-going assessment of the patient and input from the patient's family. Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record. Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan. Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient's changing needs. Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback. Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession. Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies. Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools. Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students. Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support staff and students. Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs. Other duties as assigned. Dialysis Specific Duties & Responsibilities A. Patient Care 1. Provides patient care to dialysis patients in the hemodialysis unit and documents care given in the patient's records. 2. Maintains and annually updates medical summary and patient care plan for assigned patients. Reviews and revises these summaries with the Physician supervising the management of said patients. a. Perform chart audits to ensure compliance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements b. Tracks and records Immunization of assigned patients c. Ensures complete and appropriate documentation of patient's treatment in the EMR 3. Monitors the care given to primary patients, including coordinating consultations, obtaining records and reports, reviewing and documenting monthly laboratory results and medication regimen. 4. Complete all dialysis and other clinical competency requirements; Participate in periodic in services and reviews as necessary to maintain updated clinical competency and certification. 5. Supervises and/or administers hemodialysis treatments to assigned patients. Takes direct patient care assignments as needed based on operational needs as determined by the Charge Nurse/Administrative Nurse I/AN III/PCD. Specific patient assignment is to be coordinated by the charge nurse. 6. Attends and participates in the interdisciplinary care conferences (a.k.a. Lab Reviews) when primary patients are being presented. 7. Acts as a resource for patients and family members. 8. Performs other nursing duties as assigned. B. Nurse-Patients Relationship 1. Explains nursing intervention to the patient and/or significant others. 2. Assesses patient's informational needs and learning readiness. 3. Uses teaching strategies and communication skills to meet informational needs of patients/significant others. 4. Evaluates and revises the teaching strategies while supporting and promoting the patient's right to participate in his care. C. Leadership Role 1. Take charge nurse assignments. As a Charge nurse will be responsible for monitoring compliance with the Nursing and regulatory standards in the dialysis unit on a day to day basis and during training/orientation for certification. Charge nurse responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Participate in rounding with the Nephrologists and documenting and verifying orders in the Physician Order Sheet (POS) Review and enter orders/changes in the medical record. Assist with patient-staff assignments Patient assessment Responsible for all calls and problems arising in the unit Follow up on all new orders and lab follow up Review treatment sheet, orders and prescriptions for completion. Discharge patients on treatment sheet and in computer Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/20401?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-5def89869a2f49ecb18b334a2747e3d4 | |