Location: Park Ridge, IL
St, Park Ridge Pay Rate: $20.60 We want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range (above) will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: • Shift differentials for PM, Nights, Weekends (based on job profile) • 401(k) company contribution: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: Dollar for dollar match up to 3% • Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range Summary : Serves as a bridge to augment the growth of the respiratory student, as they transition from the student
role to that of a novice respiratory therapist.
Major Responsibilities : • Under the observation of a licensed respiratory therapist, may perform routine and basic level respiratory therapy procedures including oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, aerosol therapy and incentive spirometry.
• Organizes and maintains supply of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies as needed by department specific standards. • Collects equipment from all the areas of the hospital and cleans and reassembles equipment according to proper procedure observing standard precautions. Processes disposable/non-disposable equipment based on infection prevention guidelines. • Completes annual hospital competencies.
Learns new equipment/supplies, procedures, and processes as needed to perform their job as appropriate.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique (if applicable). • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to backss data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required : • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). Education Required : • Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Respiratory Therapy. Experience Required : • No experience required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required : • Wisconsin externs: Must transition into graduate respiratory therapist position immediately.
• Illinois externs: The status of an extern shall not exceed 3 years from date of enrollment in an approved program. • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills plus ability to function independently. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions : • Will be required to walk, stand, squat, reach above the shoulders and sit throughout the workday. • Repetitive use of hands including simple grasping, pushing/pulling and fine manipulation. • Must be able to: • lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. • lift up to 20 lbs. over the head. • carry up to 40 lbs.
a reasonable distance. • Must be able to: • push/pull with 30 lbs. of force. • perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. • Must have functional speech, vision and hearing. • May be exposed to chemical and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary. • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.
Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R53132. Posted job title: respiratory therapy extern (pediatrics) About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you.
Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion. Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_park-ridge-c429903/job_i1971118891
External candidates Position Requirements: Regional Float position supporting Good Samaritan Hospital, Illinois Masonic Medical Center and Lutheran General Hospital. Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology Associates Degree in Applied Science ~ Radiologic Technology 1 year experience as a Radiologic Tech ARRT Registered or registry eligible IEMA Certification BLS Certification ~Ability to be flexible with days.
~May be exposed to radiation during procedures. ~May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time, or be required to lift and move patients ~May be exposed to hazardous materials, infectious disease and required to participate in annual emergency drills.
~Required to maintain current CPR certification. Good communication skills Basic understanding of RIS operations, basic computer skills Ability to work in fast paced environment.
Adept at learning in a variety of clinical settings. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be backssed
on a case~by~case basis. Purpose: The Float Radiologic Technologist is a highly skilled, certified technologist responsible for performing quality X~ray exams on a variety of patient populations using fixed and portable equipment in the hospital and ambulatory setting.
The incumbent is required to flex working shifts to designated locations based on patient volumes and staffing needs. The designated locations will be identified by geographic location and proximity to primary site. Accountabilities: Responsible for the safe and knowledgeable operation of x~ray equipment including but not limited to fixed and portable units in the outpatient, ambulatory and emergency room environments.
Completes needed workflows in RIS and PACS Systems. Ensures equipment is cleaned upon each use and ready for the next patient. Maintains a clean and organized work area. Strong working knowledge of anatomy and positioning techniques to address the various presentations and limitations of the patient population. Produces quality images of identified anatomy as ordered by a physician. Stays informed by participating in department meetings, reviewing communications and organizational practices, events and news. Communicates effectively in a complex environment to ensure the safe delivery of care to team members and radiologists in daily workflows.
Identifies and communicates issues related to department quality and/or safety. Effectively communicates with team members in and across units to share information, learning, improve collaboration and care delivery. Adheres to behavioral standards in relation to service and safety in all patient, team member and customer interactions. Follows safety and professional behaviors in day to day workflows. Adheres to HIPAA compliance standards and protects PHI according to organizational standards and regulations. Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism in alignment with organizational and department behavior and safety standards.
Participates in backssment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth and development. Maintains appropriate state license and national board certifications. Maintains CPR per site/organizational protocol. Verifies patient identity following approved practices. Verifies exam to be performed using appropriate sources of truth ensures diagnosis is appropriate for exam to be performed. Prepares patient for exam, screens the patient to ensure safety as needed, explains the exam to ensure understanding.
Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R10430. Posted job title: radiologic technologist float About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.
Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion. Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_park-ridge-c429903/job_i1974880099
position Evening and Overnight Coverage. Supporting Good Samarian Hospital, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, and Lutheran General Hospital. ~ Graduate of an accredited school of MRI technology ~6 months or more experience preferred. ~Good communication skills ~Basic understanding of RIS operations ~Basic computer skills Ability to work in fast paced environment.
Adept at learning in a variety of clinical settings. Ability to safely work in Zone 4 of the MRI environment. ~ ARRT (MR) Registered /ARMRIT registered ~ CPR Certification ~Ability to be flexible in start/end times to meet patient and staffing demands. ~May be exposed to radiation, hazardous materials, infectious diseases ~ Ability
to work weekends, holidays and emergency call~back ~Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. ~Ability to work in the MRI environment LIGHT: Lifting up to 20 ~ 50 pounds occasionally and/or Up to 10 pounds frequently.
MEDIUM: Lifting up to 20 ~ 50 pounds occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly. HEAVY: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts
of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be backssed on a case~by~case basis. Purpose: The Flex MRI Technologist is a highly skilled, certified technologist responsible for performing quality MRI exams on a variety of patient populations in the hospital and ambulatory settings. The incumbent is required to flex working shifts to designated locations based on patient volumes and staffing needs. The designated locations will be identified by geographic location and proximity to primary site.
Accountabilities: Responsible for maintaining a safe MRI environment, including safe operation of the MRI scanner. Safe and knowledgeable operation of ancillary equipment, including but not limited to power injector, coils and ferrous detections systems. Skillful application of technical protocols, patient care, patient and team member safety in the MRI environment. Completes needed workflows in RIS and PACS Systems. Ensures equipment is cleaned upon each use and ready for the next patient. Maintains a clean and organized work area. Strong working knowledge of anatomy and positioning techniques to address the various presentations and limitations of the patient population.
Knowledgeable on appropriate screening of implants to ensure safety in the MRI environment. Produces quality images of identified anatomy as ordered by a physician. Stays informed by participating in department meetings, reviewing communications and organizational practices, events and news. Communicates effectively in a complex environment to ensure the safe delivery of care to team members and radiologists in daily workflows. Identifies and communicates issues related to department quality and/or safety.
Effectively communicates with team members in and across units to share information, learning, improve collaboration and care delivery. Adheres to behavioral standards in relation to service and safety in all patient, team member and customer interactions. Follows safety and professional behaviors in day to day workflows. Adheres to HIPAA compliance standards and protects PHI according to organizational standards and regulations. Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism in alignment with organizational and department behavior and safety standards. Participates in backssment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunit Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R10407.
Posted job title: mri tech float (regional) About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.
Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion. Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program Sign-On bonus For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_park-ridge-c429903/job_i1971052948
role as assigned. 6)Assists in emergency situations as assigned. 7)Maintains a safe work environment according to regulatory agency standards. 8)Maintains educational records and timecard. 9)Maintains competencies. 1)Completely prepares sterile field in a timely manner.
2)Complies with departmental policy and procedures regarding specimens, counts, and disposition of contaminated instruments. 3)Maintains sterile field and boundaries prior to and during procedure. 4)Acts as preceptor, sharing knowledge in a supportive/educational manner. 5)Maintains on-call availability. Responsible for the preparation of the surgical field and supplies/instruments delivered to the field. 1)Verifies instrument/supply/equipment
available and ready per physician preference card. 3)Assists in opening sterile supplies and instruments. 4)Assists with clean-up and turnover upon completion of case.
5)Efficiently utilizes supplies to avoid waste and decrease costs. 2)Verifies specific needs of physician by completely reading scrub tips. In collaboration with health care team, assists in providing for a cooperative work environment. 3)Demonstrates self-direction in utilizing work time appropriately. 1)Assists with maintaining goals of Surgical Services and Advocate. 2)Shares clinical and professional knowledge in a supportive/educational manner. 4)Accepts and completes team responsibilities as assigned. Responsible
for compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
1)Maintains patient confidentiality. 2)Utilizes guest relation techniques with members of health care team and patients. Responsible for maintenance of professional growth. 1)Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining professional skills. 2)Independently completes assignments/projects. 3)Participates in unit/hospital committees and projects. Licensure: Surgical Technologist Education/Experience Required: -1-2 years OR scrub experience (preferred) -High school graduate or GED. -Completion of ST program in an accredited school approved by NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) or NCCT Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: -Good communication skills.
-Ability to independently perform scrub duties. -CPR certification -CST Certification approved by NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting). Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions: May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening disease and radiation. This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to cooperate and work well with others.
Ability to communicate with mask on and not facing others. Ability to work in a stressful, changing environment. Ability to work designated shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to assume on-call responsibility. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be backssed on a case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R81482. Posted job title: certified surgical technician - main operating room pms About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well.
To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.
Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_park-ridge-c429903/job_i1971900027
Christ Hospital & Medical Center – 4440 W 95th St Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: N/A Major Responsibilities: Uses the nursing process to backss the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care.
Includes the patient and family in planning and implementing care and develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum. Anticipates and recognizes significant changes in the patient’s condition, status, and need for care. Provides ongoing backssment of the patient and takes appropriate actions when changes occur.
Anticipates and alters the plan of care as needed, mobilizes appropriate resources, and collaborates with other health care team members to coordinate patient centered care.
Implements strategies to reduce patient risk and increase patient safety. backsses patient and family readiness to learn and individualizes the approach as necessary. Works collaboratively to develop strategies to meet the learning needs of the patient and family. Actively coordinates the discharge plan utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. Applies evidence-based practice to deliver patient care. Consistently incorporates nursing and regulatory standards of care into practice. Provides ongoing evaluation of patient,
team, and unit outcomes and is empowered to take appropriate action when changes are needed.
Supports shared governance activities and initiatives to improve processes and patient outcomes. Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Promotes collaboration among healthcare team members. Assumes a leadership role in the care team and delegates appropriately to unlicensed personnel. Promotes a culture of safety through identifying threats to patient safety and intervening to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.
Applies ethical decision making, demonstrates respect and understanding for peers, and other clinical disciplines. Participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated, unbiased, individualized approach to care. Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives to improve the functions of the department and the patient care experience. Participates in professional activities which contribute to personal professional development and the development of others. Seeks opportunities to be taught, coached, and mentored.
Attends required meetings/educational programs and completes annual competencies in a timely manner. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to backss data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). Education Required: Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing. Experience Required: Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Demonstrates progression to provide holistic patient care and the ability to view clinical situations from a patient and family focus.
Demonstrates progression to recognize situational changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions, and responds to situations with confidence, timeliness and flexibility. Proficient computer skills, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems. Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians.
Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others. Demonstrated ability to effectively make critical, independent decisions. Excellent organization, prioritization and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions. Demonstrates coordination, collaboration, delegation and team building skills. Certification Addendum: Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e. g. DNV, CARF or others) Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. lift up to 20 lbs. over the head. carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance. Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force. perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines. May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R81655. About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well.
To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.
Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_oak-lawn-c429929/job_i1971856429
