NI-RN (ADN)

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

1/28/2025

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-2146AC-D

Job Title:

NI-RN (ADN)

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Coordinates, oversees and delivers patient care system-wide using an interdisciplinary approach, utilizing the nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.  Directs and provides patient teaching activities.  Maintains standards of professional nursing practices.  Documents complete and accurate patient information in compliance with Patient Services Department policy and other regulatory agency requirements.  Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental and divisional nursing philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.  Coordinates family involvement in assessment and treatment of the patient.  

This job is located in the Labor and Delivery department.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

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Demonstrates use of the nursing process in the delivery of individualized plan of patient care.

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Demonstrates critical thinking skills and exercises nursing judgment in evaluating patient care situations.

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Demonstrates effective documentation and communication skills.

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Promotes safety and infection control procedures.

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Provides care and education incorporating age-specific, cultural and spiritual needs of the patient and significant other into the plan of care.

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Performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, and compliance efforts.

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Ability to provide exceptional customer service to all customers of the department and organization.

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Acts as a patient advocate, protecting patient rights, dignity and privacy.

ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.

X

Clinical

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing program.

Required

Specialty certification in area of concentration.

Preferred

Current RN licensure to practice in the State of Illinois.

Required

Bi-annual CPR certification.

Required

ACLS and NRP by end of orientation.

Required

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Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

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Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a caring, considerate and concerned manner.

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Willingness to accept responsibility.

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Ability to direct ancillary and assistive staff and organize work assignments.

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Leadership skills essential to the position.

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Ability to provide exceptional customer service to all customers of the organization.

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Ability to transition between facilities based on the needs of the health system.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

X

15 - 30 lbs.

X

30 - 50 lbs.

X

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

X

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Other - Working with patients in crisis who may be volatile and potentially violent.

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.