Cardiology/Pulmonology RN - Swedish American

Pay Range: $32.45 - $48.68 / hour

Additional components of compensation may include:

• • Evening & night shift differential
  • Overtime
  • On-call pay

Benefits information: https://careers.uwhealth.org/benefits/

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY:

Utilizing the nursing process coordinates and provides specialized cardiothoracic and pulmonary nursing care to patients in an Ambulatory Care setting. Works collaboratively with the Cardiothoracic Surgeon/Pulmonologist to serve as a case manager and functions as a liaison between the patient and physician to provide and ensure the highest quality of care. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as Health system initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Graduate from an approved School of Nursing Program. At least one year of cardiovascular or pulmonary nursing or related experience.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Current RN licensure to practice in the State of Illinois. Bi-annual ACLS and BLS certification required.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tolls required. Ability to perform accurate phone triage. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a caring, considerate and concerned manner. Ability to direct ancillary and assistive staff and organize work assignments. Teaching and leaderships skills essential to the position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

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