Extra Help Nursing Technician - Pediatrics/Pediatrics ICU
Job description
Extra Help Nursing Technician - Pediatrics/Pediatrics ICU
This Position is temporary, non-benefits eligible, and is limited to 900 hours.
Hiring Department: Pediatrics/Pediatrics ICU
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1018281
FTE : 0.0
Work Schedule –
Shift :
# of Position: 1
Posted date: 5/12/2023
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 nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse II (LPN), the Extra Help Nursing Technician delivers patient care utilizing the Relationship-Based Care model as a framework. The Extra Help Nurse Technician provides care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by supporting Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence in clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Extra Help Nurse Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals. Extra Help nurse technician may be required to float to other units, if needed.
Duties & Responsibilities
Performs CNA Duties
- Adheres to UI Health Code of Conduct.
- Adheres to Nursing's time, overtime, and standards of performance.
- Complies with University Health Services TB, flu compliance, and fit testing requirements.
- Completes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies.
- Reinforces patient teaching provided by nurse.
- Assists patients with meeting hydration and nutritional needs.
- Carry out, or assist with, specific therapeutic procedures
- Participates in organizational, departmental and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduation or equivalent.
- Possession of a CNA license from an accredited institution/school/program.
- Registered and active in the
Illinois Department of Public Health – Health Care Work Registry
http://www.idph.state.il.us/nar/cnafacts.htm
- Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications
- Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers
- Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training
- Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum one (1) to two (2) years of recent CNA experience preferred.
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, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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