Staff Nurse - GI Lab

Company: Weiss Memorial Hospital
Facility: Weiss Memorial Hospital at Chicago
Department: GI Lab

JOB SUMMARY
Effectively delivers patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation.


JOB QUALIFICATIONS
1. Registered Nurse with current Illinois license, BSN preferred
2. CPR certification
3. Two years experience in medical and surgical nursing, 2 years experience in GI Lab preferred
4. Demonstrated organization and time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
5. Excellent interpersonal skills, customer service delivery skills
6. Excellent experience leading and facilitating a wide variety of diverse patient groups required
7. Ability to assess needs, identify problems, explore alternatives and implement solutions.
8. Demonstrated ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with hospital policy and governmental regulations.
9. Knowledge of basic computer operations
10. Ability to use audio/visual equipment, telephone and other clinical equipment for patient teaching.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Ability to carry and lift up to 20 pounds, push/pull up to 30 pounds of force, transfer and position patients in different environments, and ability to climb stairs. Frequent sitting/standing/walking, and able to assume a full squatting position. Able to take and interpret vital signs, respond appropriately during emergency situations, and communicate clearly and effectively with a varied population.
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