Department: 34100 North Metro B - NursingStatus: Full timeBenefits Eligible: YesHours Per Week: 40Schedule Details/Additional Information:Will have small patient caseload but must be willing to travel service area to support staff and precept new clinicians.REGISTERED NURSE LEAD HOME HEALTHLOCATION: FAR NORTHEAST SUBURBSHOURS: DAYSPosition Requirements:Bachelor`s Degree in Nursing.Typically requires 5 years of experience in clinical nursing. Advanced clinical and technical knowledge of home care.Excellent communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of clients with patience and respect. Good organizational analytical and problem solving skills.Must be flexible and able to problem solve and make frequent independent decisions.Proficiency in clinical skills with the ability to work under direction and make sound judgments.Demonstrated ability to work well with physicians and other professionals in a direct and positive manner.Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver License and a registered functional car with adequate insurance coverage.Ability to operate the necessary equipment to perform the job i.e. FAX computer copier telephone system.Ability to assess data reflecting the patient`s status and the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient`s requirements relative to their specific needs.Must have a tolerance for differences and an appreciation of multi~culturalism and diversity of the patients and their families.Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices andBasic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) andA valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles orDriver license issued by the state of Illinois.Must be able to sit stand walk and climb stairs for limited to prolonged periods of time. Must have the physical agility to move about in confined spaces including bending twisting kneeling squatting and occasionally reaching one or both over head.Must have the physical stamina to attend to patient care requirements over a period of three or more hours without complete rest.Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties. Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties.
