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Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 hours ago(5/3/2024 8:54 PM)
Join a world-class academic healthcare system, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, as a Medical Technologist Generalist in the Blood Bank and Core Lab. In this role as a Medical Technologist, you will perform routine tests, operate state-of-the-art instruments, and care of blood services support for the hospital and patients. You willl be responsible for quality control, instrument maintenance, and method development to support a broad menu of routine and esoteric tests, including antibody identification. This department provides laboratory testing to various related and unrelated health care entities, managed care organizations and non-affiliated hospitals, outpatient clinics and private physicians' offices. We offer a full range of diagnostic services in both clinical and anatomical pathology and have various areas of expertise.    *Will consider Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), and MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) certifications*    ** SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE - UP TO $5,000 **    Job Summary Under direct supervision of the Lab Supervisor, the Medical Technologist will obtain, processe, analyze, and report patient test results. Also, perform and interpret quality control and implement corrective action. Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, provide technical assistance to customers when appropriate. Pursues continuing education opportunities. Total responsibility is defined by levels of competence, experience and participation. Performs other duties as assigned.   Essential Job Functions - Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan and Departmental Compliance Plan. - Identifies opportunities to improve departmental efficiency through time and cost savings contributions. - Controls and maintains inventory and supplies for section at an optimum level. - Provides technical assistance to customers when appropriate and promotes teamwork through communication and support. - Performs standard, specialized automated and non-automated laboratory techniques. - Operates all laboratory instruments within their section and insures proper functioning of equipment for patient testing by performing necessary quality control and/or calibrations. - Trouble shoots instrument malfunction and performs major repairs on selected instruments. - Maintains records/documentation and processes data and enters results into computer system, demonstrating proficiency on the LIS/HIS systems. - Prepares samples for analysis and determines acceptability of samples for testing according to departmental policy and procedures. - Has the ability to work all workstations within their assigned department/section and can be cross-trained to work at least one station or another. - Accurately verifies results within time line limit (i.e., stats< one hour). - Evaluates and interprets results. Recognizes/reports abnormal results, identifies, calls and documents critical value results 100% of the time. - Adheres to Standard Precautions, Hospital and Laboratory safety policies and procedures 100% of the time. Required Qualifications - Working knowledge of medical laboratory technical procedures, concepts, and applications normally attained through successful completion of a baccalaureate degree with specific training in medical technology and/or successful challenge of an accredited proficiency examination - B.S. in biological science and successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology program plus successful challenge of an accredited proficiency examination is preferred - Alternate: A B.S. degree from an accredited college or university with 32 semester hours in Biology and Chemistry and a MLT (ASCP) certification and three years full time experience in a clinical laboratory in Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Immunology and Clinical Chemistry within the last 10 years OR a B.S. from an accredited university and five years full time clinical experience. - MT (ASCP), MT eligible or equivalent Preferred Qualifications - At least one year of pertinent laboratory experience - Knowledge and ability to use laboratory/hospitals information systems - Knowledge and ability to use automated and conventional laboratory equipment.   Position Details  - Job Type/FTE: Part-Time (20 hours a week) - Shift: Nights (10:30pm-7:00am), 8 hour shifts, days will vary, +  every other weekend  - Unit/Department:Blood Bank/Core Lab - CBA Code: Non-Union   Must comply with Ingalls Memorial Hospital's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Job ID
2024-69756
New Position Type
PT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
Yes
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 1 day ago(5/2/2024 8:50 PM)
Join a world-class academic healthcare system, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, as a Medical Technologist in the Microbiology Lab.As a Medical Technologist, you will perform routine and esoteric exams, operate state-of-the-art instruments, provide accurate, and efficient results.  You will be responsible for quality control, instrument maintenance, and method development, to support a broad menu of routine and esoteric test, including antibody identification. This department provides reference laboratory testing to various related and unrelated health care entities such as, managed care organizations, non-affiliated hospitals, outpatient clinics and private physicians' offices.    *Will consider Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), and MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) certifications*    ** SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE - UP TO $10,000 **   Job Summary   Under direct supervision of the Lab Supervisor, the Medical Technologist will obtain, processe, analyze, and report patient test results. Also, perform and interpret quality control and implement corrective action. Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, provide technical assistance to customers when appropriate. Pursues continuing education opportunities. Total responsibility is defined by levels of competence, experience and participation. Performs other duties as assigned.   Essential Job Functions - Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan and Departmental Compliance Plan. - Identifies opportunities to improve departmental efficiency through time and cost savings contributions. - Controls and maintains inventory and supplies for section at an optimum level. - Provides technical assistance to customers when appropriate and promotes teamwork through communication and support. - Performs standard, specialized automated and non-automated laboratory techniques. - Operates all laboratory instruments within their section and insures proper functioning of equipment for patient testing by performing necessary quality control and/or calibrations. - Trouble shoots instrument malfunction and performs major repairs on selected instruments. - Maintains records/documentation and processes data and enters results into computer system, demonstrating proficiency on the LIS/HIS systems. - Prepares samples for analysis and determines acceptability of samples for testing according to departmental policy and procedures. - Has the ability to work all workstations within their assigned department/section and can be cross-trained to work at least one station or another. - Accurately verifies results within time line limit (i.e., stats< one hour). - Evaluates and interprets results. Recognizes/reports abnormal results, identifies, calls and documents critical value results 100% of the time. - Adheres to Standard Precautions, Hospital and Laboratory safety policies and procedures 100% of the time. Required Qualifications - Working knowledge of medical laboratory technical procedures, concepts, and applications normally attained through successful completion of a baccalaureate degree with specific training in medical technology and/or successful challenge of an accredited proficiency examination - B.S. in biological science and successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology program plus successful challenge of an accredited proficiency examination is preferred - Alternate: A B.S. degree from an accredited college or university with 32 semester hours in Biology and Chemistry and a MLT (ASCP) certification and three years full time experience in a clinical laboratory in Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Immunology and Clinical Chemistry within the last 10 years OR a B.S. from an accredited university and five years full time clinical experience. - MT (ASCP), MT eligible or equivalent Preferred Qualifications - At least one year of pertinent laboratory experience - Knowledge and ability to use laboratory/hospitals information systems - Knowledge and ability to use automated and conventional laboratory equipment. Position Details  - Job Type/FTE: Full-time - Shift:  Evenings (3:00 pm - 11:30 pm), 8 hour shifts +  every other weekend/Holiday  - Unit/Department:Microbiology Lab - CBA Code: Non-Union   Must comply with Ingalls Memorial Hospital's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Job ID
2024-69729
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
Yes
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 9 hours ago(5/3/2024 3:04 PM)
Join Ingalls Memorial as a Home Care Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the Home Care Department  The Home Care CNA is a paraprofessional member of the Home Care team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient's/client's needs. The home health aide is responsible for observing patients/clients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed. The Home Health Aide will be assigned in a manner which promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's/client's care.   Essential Job Functions - Provides personal care including: Back rubs; Oral hygiene; Shampoos; Changing bed linen; Assisting patients/clients with dressing and undressing; Skin care to prevent breakdown; Providing simple dressing changes; Assisting the patient/client with toileting activities; Keeping patient's/client's living area clean and orderly, as appropriate; bathing patients and other duties as assigned by the RN. - Prepares nutritious meals. - Assists in feeding the patient/client, if necessary - Takesandrecordstemperatures,pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered - Assists inambulationandexerciseaccordingto the plan of care including Range of Motion. - Adherestoassignmentasdesignatedbysupervisingnurse and documents care provide d. - Does patient's/client's laundry, as - Meets safety needs of patient/client and uses equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, ) - Reports on patient's/client's condition and significant changes to the assigned - Adheres to the Organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional - Assists in administering of medications that are ordinarily self-administered in home setting - Commits to one hundred (100%) patient and customer satisfaction by always exhibiting a courteous and helpful manner during interactions with others, including patients, families, visitors, physicians, students, and co-workers. Required Qualifications  - High school graduate  - Must be 18 years of age and meets the training requirements in accordance with State and Federal - Must be active on the IDPH registry for Certified Nursing - Able to read and follow written instructions and document care - Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. - Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured frail and - Current CPR certification is required. - Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance and has the availability of personal and dependable mode(s) of transportation to conduct home Position Details  - Full Time - Shift: Days (8-hr shifts) - Unit/Department: IHC Home Care Department in Harvey - CBA Code: Non-Union Hospital's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.   “UChicago Medicine Home Care nurses and certified nursing assistants are employees of Ingalls Home Care. These nurses and certified nursing assistants are not employees or agents of The University of Chicago Medical Center, The University of Chicago, or The Ingalls Memorial Hospital.”
Job ID
2024-69728
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 1 day ago(5/2/2024 6:11 PM)
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Physical Therapist Assistant at our Harvey location.   The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)  examines, test and work to alleviate mechanical, physiological or developmental impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or other health and movement related conditions. Physical Therapy Assistants assess the ongoing effects of the interventions and communicate regularly with physical therapists to adjust the plan of care as needed.   The PTA knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and vision of Ingalls Memorial Hospital. Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and standard of care.  Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan.   Perks and benefits of working at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial: - Interdisciplinary and collaborative environment - Internal and external continuing education, including access to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s internal education platform - Paid continuing education days - Conference attendance support - Health, dental, vision plans - Company paid Short term disability - Retirement packages  Required Qualifications - Graduate of an accredited program with minimum Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s or Doctorate preferred. - Licensed, or eligible, in the state of Illinois with Notification of eligibility for examination. - Basic Life Support Certification Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full Time - Shift: Rotate - Unit/Department: Therapy - Harvey
Job ID
2024-69723
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 1 day ago(5/2/2024 4:58 PM)
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Speech Language Pathologist at our Harvey location.   In this role as an Speech Language Pathologist you will serve individuals, families, and groups from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Services are provided based on applying the best available research evidence, using expert clinical judgments, and considering clients' individual preferences and values. Speech-language pathologists address typical and atypical communication and swallowing including speech sound production, resonance, voice, fluency, language (comprehension and expression), cognition, and feeding and swallowing.  Services are provided to individuals from birth throughout the lifespan.Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and vision of Ingalls Memorial Hospital. Adheres to all hospital, policies, procedures and standard of care.  Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan.   The Speech Language Pathologist is consistent with the American Speech and Hearing Association  Scope of Practice, the overall objective of speech-language pathology services is to optimize individuals' ability to communicate and swallow, thereby improving quality of life.Speech-language pathologists work to improve quality of life by reducing impairments of body functions and structures, activity limitations, participation restrictions, and barriers created by contextual factors such as environmental and personal issues.     Essential Job Functions: - Provides direct/indirect supervision for patient-related activities and appropriate delegation of tasks to Rehabilitation Aides and nursing staff. - Functions as Clinical Instructor for Speech Pathology Students as per department protocol.   Required Qualifications/skills - Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an Accredited Program, American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA), Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or Clinical Fellow (CF) with eligibility, Illinois State Licensure (or eligibility) - Specific practice areas may require advanced certification or previous experience to address patient care needs. - Basic Life Support Certification. - Basic computer proficiency.  - Effective verbal and written communication including ability to communicate with other cultures or those with language or cognitive impairments.  - Foreign graduates shall submit certification of passage of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), and the Test of Spoken English, (TSE). Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Registry - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: Therapy - CBA Code: Non 
Job ID
2024-69722
New Position Type
Registry
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 2 days ago(5/1/2024 4:04 PM)
Sign on Bonus up to $15,000!   Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Registered Nurse (RN) with the Med/Surg department.   With the leadership of the Manager, the Registered Nurse functions as an interactive resource in clinical nursing and professional practice.    The Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordinating of and performing direct nursing care for patients, utilizing concepts of the nursing process, serves as resource, preceptor, mentor, and leader for physicians, professional peers and other fellow employees, and provides participative supervision to the Patient Care Team Members in collaboration with the Patient Manager.   Essential Job Functions - Collaborates closely with physicians to assess, design, coordinate, implement, and evaluate the patients’ plan of care and the patients’ outcomes.  - Demonstrates the necessary skills and knowledge to provide complex nursing skills and delegates tasks to other Care Team members according to unit specific competencies as appropriate to the age of the patients served as delineated in the Patient Care Centers Scope of Care.  - Responsible for and monitors the quality of patient care and patient satisfaction.  - Accurately and independently pursues professional development opportunities.  - Assumes responsibility to assure the daily operations of the Patient Care Center are effectively and efficiently maintained.  - Works within the accepted service standards and supports the Vision of Ingalls Hospital. - Works in partnership with other patient care team members and pro-actively identifies and provides for individual patient, family, and physicians needs exceeding their expectations, and employing appropriate customer relations. - Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and Vision of Ingalls Hospital.  - Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and standards of care.  - Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan.   Required Qualifications - Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate's degree in Nursing or higher - Must hold a current RN Licensure State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation or valid temporary permit to practice nursing in the State of Illinois - Must hold a current Basic Life Support certification (Healthcare Provider Recognition   Preferred Qualifications - A Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing - Acute care or related experience providing nursing care to patients within at least the last five years.   Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full-time (0.9) ; 12-hour shifts - Shift:  Days - Unit/Department: Med/Surg - CBA Code: NNU
Job ID
2024-69695
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
Yes
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 days ago(4/30/2024 8:40 PM)
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Physical Therapist at our Harvey location.   In this role as an Physical Therapist you will examine, evaluate, test and work to alleviate mechanical, physiological or developmental impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or other health and movement related conditions; classifying these disorders, determining a rehabilitation prognosis and plan of therapeutic intervention and assessing the ongoing effects of the interventions.   The Physical Therapist involves the patient/client and appropriate others in the planning, implementation, and assessment of the plan of care. The physical therapist, in consultation with appropriate disciplines, plans for discharge of the patient/client taking into consideration achievement of anticipated goals and expected outcomes, and provides for appropriate follow-up referral. Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and vision of Ingalls Memorial Hospital. Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and standard of care. Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan.     Required Qualifications - Graduate of an accredited program with minimum Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s or Doctorate preferred. - Licensed, or eligible, in the state of Illinois with Notification of eligibility for examination. - Basic Life Support Certification Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Registry - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: Therapy - CBA Code: Non 
Job ID
2024-69678
New Position Type
Registry
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 days ago(4/30/2024 8:38 PM)
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Occupational Therapist at our Harvey location.   The Occupational Therapist is consistent with the AOTA, Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants are experts at analyzing the performance skills and patterns necessary for people to engage in their everyday activities in the contexts and environments in which those activities and occupations occur. The practice of occupational therapy includes methods or strategies selected to direct the process of interventions and evaluation of factors affecting activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), education, work, play, leisure, and social participation.     Essential Job Functions: - Recommends appropriate treatment intensity and discharges patient when the individual no longer meets criteria for level of service, meets goals, reaches prior level of function or is no longer in need of / benefiting from skilled intervention - Complies with billing practices per department protocol - Accountable for appropriate use of department and hospital resources - Meets productivity standards as defined by the department - Responds to the emotional and physical needs of patients - Advocates for individuals to receive the appropriate services in the appropriate setting. - Meets core clinical competencies for level of care and completes annual competencies as per department. Seeks educational opportunities to advance clinical skills; regularly attends department in-services, as appropriate - Works with others to improve level of skill throughout the department - Seeks and implements use of evidence based practice - Documents results and recommendations, interdisciplinary communication per department protocol; documents skilled service and supports billing - Actively participates in providing suggestions to department leadership to improve daily operations, employee satisfaction. - Demonstrates a solution oriented approach toward obstacles. - Identify opportunities for process improvement and/or improved service delivery.   Required Qualifications/skills - Minimum of BS in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution. - IL License or eligibility. Letter to sit for the National Exam. - Specific practice areas may require advanced certification or previous experience to address patient care needs. - Basic computer proficiency. - Effective verbal and written communication, including ability communicate with other cultures or those with language or cognitive impairments. - Foreign graduates shall submit certification of passage of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), and the Test of Spoken English (TSE).   Physical/Position Demands: The physical demand is medium work as defined in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT). The following physical demands will be required to perform the job functions: significant lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling, some climbing, balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling and crouching. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly.     Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full  Time - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: Therapy - CBA Code: Non 
Job ID
2024-69677
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 days ago(4/30/2024 12:18 PM)
Join UChicago Medicine Home Care in this role as a Lymphedema CertifiedPhysicalTherapist   The Physical Therapist is contracted or employed through the Agency is responsible for providing physical therapy services in compliance with all TJC and IDPH standards of acceptable practice, and must be in adherence with all agency policies     Essential Job Functions - Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, range of motion, strength, balance, bed mobility, transfers, ambulation, etc.) - Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to safety. - Identifies equipment needs for patient. - Assesses patient’s overall potential for rehab. Participates in the development of the total plan of care for the patient. - Develops goals and treatment plan based on evaluation results, prognosis, patient, family, and/or caregiver goals. - Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other health care team members. - Teaches new skills or retrains patient in once familiar mobility activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Agency policy. - Trains patient in the use of prosthetic devices. - Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits all records in accordance with Agency policy. - Identifies patient needs for other home health services and refers as necessary. - Communicates effectively with team members, staff, other health professionals, patient, family, and/or caregiver to achieve optimum care for patient, facilitate team interaction and positively represent the Agency. - Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Agency policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient plan of car - Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Agency health care personnel in assisting with the patient’s treatment regime when indicated. - Participates in discharge planning which may include educating patient, family, and/or caregiver, providing a home exercise program, and recommending appropriate follow-up care. - Commits to one hundred percent (100%) patient and customer satisfaction by always exhibiting a courteous and helpful manner during interactions with others, including patients, families, visitors, physicians, students, and co-workers.   Required Qualifications - Current state of Illinois physical therapy license - Current CPR is required. - Two years of clinical experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred. - One year of home health care experience preferred. - Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. - Possesses and maintains a valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance and has the availability of personal and dependable mode(s) of transportation to conduct home visits. - Lymphedema Certification Position Details - Job Type/FTE: 0.10/ Registry  - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: UChicago Medicine Home Care  - CBA Code: Non  “UChicago Medicine Home Care nurses and certified nursing assistants are employees of Ingalls Home Care. These nurses and certified nursing assistants are not employees or agents of The University of Chicago Medical Center, The University of Chicago, or The Ingalls Memorial Hospital.”   Must comply with Ingalls Memorial Hospital's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Job ID
2024-69667
New Position Type
Registry
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 days ago(4/30/2024 12:17 PM)
Sign on Bonus up to $15,000.00 Join UChicago Medicine Home Care as an Hospital at Home Registered Nurse (RN) in the Home Health Care Department The Hospital at Home Registered Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality, at-home acute care. The Hospital at Home nurse will treat various conditions and patient populations within the framework of UChicago Medicine’s Acute Hospital Care at Home model. The position requires acute care competencies, along with an ability to work in an unstructured, at-home setting. In addition to providing clinical care, Hospital at Home nurses will be able to explain the unique care plan, technologies, and processes of the acute care at home model to patients and caregivers. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires. Essential Job Functions - Utilize monitoring, assessment, planning, intervention and critical thinking skills to care for acute care patient populations in the home. - Navigate patients and families across the continuum of the UChicago Medicine Hospital at Home phases of care. - Monitor and respond to biometric data per UChicago Medicine Hospital at Home protocols. - Conduct home and audio/visual patient care visits as directed by the care team and/or protocol. - Ensure all interventions in the patient's care plan are implemented efficiently with a patient centered approach. - Leverage the resources and expertise of the UChicago Medicine partners and supplier partners to implement collaborative work-flows, standards, policies, protocols, guidelines and documentation systems to support safe, reliable, high-quality, evidence-based care with clinical protocols as the foundation. - Adhere to the clinical protocols and be willing to obtain the necessary training to provide care within the context of the providing evidence-based care. - Promote professional practice and a culture of safety; willingness to engage in process improvement efforts - Provide protocol driven assessment, care coordination and interventions as appropriate informed by UChicago Medicine Hospital at Home protocols for diverse patient populations. - Exhibit sound clinical decision making and critical thinking skills. - Maintain and practice in accordance with nursing guidelines per state and hospital regulations. - Facilitate admissions to Hospital at Home utilizing UChicago Medicine Hospital at Home guidelines. - Utilize nursing knowledge to identify, prevent and/or solve complex acute and/or recurring patient care problems. - Share expertise with the multidisciplinary team and serve as a resource to staff in area(s) of expertise. - Support research efforts to advance knowledge and promote evidence-based practice. - Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Nurse Manager. - Ensure compliance with reporting requirements for Sentinel Events and Serious Incidents. - Participate in quality and safety investigations and root cause analyses. - Take appropriate action to ensure patient safety as a result of any investigation. - Serve as a resource in quality improvement processes and technique. Required Qualifications  - Associate Degree required - 2 years of Registered Nurse experience in an acute care setting. Home health experience preferred. - Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and proof of vehicle liability insurance. - Must be able to communicate effectively in English. - Demonstration of core competencies will be completed within 90 days - Completion of all position-specific unit specific competencies within 12 months - Current BLS certification upon hire, or completion within 30 days of hire required Position Details  - Job Type/FTE: 1.0 (Full-time) - Shift: Days (8-hr shifts) - Unit/Department:UChicago Medicine Home Care - CBA Code: Non-Union “UChicago Medicine Home Care nurses and certified nursing assistants are employees of Ingalls Home Care. These nurses and certified nursing assistants are not employees or agents of The University of Chicago Medical Center, The University of Chicago, or The Ingalls Memorial Hospital.”
Job ID
2024-69666
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
Yes
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 1 day ago(5/2/2024 12:06 PM)
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at Ingalls Memorial Hospital as a Registered Dietitian II. In this role you will partner with the rest of the adult inpatient clinical team to provide patients the highest quality of care.   Job Summary: Assess nutrition status, establish nutrition diagnosis(es), develop intervention strategies and monitor/evaluate nutrition care plans in inpatient and/or outpatient settings. Perform duties in support of, and in compliance with, performance improvement plans, and with requirements of regulatory, accrediting, and licensing agencies. Educate patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members about the effectiveness of therapeutic diets and nutrition support regimens to improve/maintain nutritional status and establish optimal outcomes.   Essential Job Functions: Performs the nutrition care process (nutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis and determination of care goals, nutrition intervention, and monitoring and evaluation) for patients at nutrition risk and others identified per department standards as in need of nutrition care. Provides age-specific patient education (assessment of learning needs and barriers to learning; communication with patient/caregivers and assessing learning transfer) and develop materials as needed to augment the education process. Calculates nutrient requirements and intake. Assesses need for and determines appropriate composition, rate, etc. of enteral tube feeding and standard parenteral nutrition, if applicable Uses computer programs to access information and communicate with other members of the interdisciplinary team. Documents clinical care according to organizational guidelines   Qualifications: - A minimum of BS/BA degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or other relevant major  - Must have an MS degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or other relevant major or a specialty certification relevant to position (e.g. Certified Specialist in Pediatrics, Certified Nutrition Support Clinicial, Certified Specialist in Oncology, Certified Specialist in Renal) - Three (+) years of clinical experience - Member of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics and relevant practice groups preferred - Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work with patients and staff from diverse cultural, educational, and ethnic backgrounds - Computer literacy (minimum Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic)   Licenses: - Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration - Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation - Specialty certification related to area of clinical practice / relevant to position (e.g. Certified Specialist in Pediatrics, Certified Nutrition Support Clinician, Certified Specialist in Oncology, Certified Specialist in Renal)   Position Details: - Job Type/FTE: Part- Time (0.5 FTE) - Shift: Days (8am-4:30pm) - Schedule: No weekend/ holiday requirement     Must comply with Ingalls Memorial Hospital's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Job ID
2024-69665
New Position Type
PT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
Yes
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 days ago(4/30/2024 9:15 PM)
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine- Ingalls Memorial Hospital as a Supply Chain Inventory Planner for our Inventory Management Med/Surg division at our campus in Harvey, IL.   Job Summary: This position will use lean management techniques to plan, requisition, expedite urgent orders and manage issues in regards to the flow of supplies which can include consignment and high dollar items. Communicates across all levels of management including Nursing, OR, Procedural Areas, and clinical labs. Communicates with vendors regarding any supply chain related issues, including but not limited to, expiration tracking/mitigation, cycle counting, annual physical inventory, par level analysis, product trials/conversions/discontinuations, backorder management, preference card management, storage location flow and overall organization. Conducts audit processes as required. Prepares, monitors, and coordinates all inventory status reports and takes a proactive approach to supply shortages, stock outs, and cost savings analysis. Performs research and data analysis to monitor and ensure Key Performance Indicators are at target levels according to established standards. Works closely with all areas of Supply Chain on adding new items to inventory and optimizes inventory levels accordingly.   Essential Job Functions: - Responsible for planning, ordering, receiving and stocking of asset and expensed inventory for specified areas of responsibility. Responsible for all high dollar products while providing analysis on usage, availability and cost effectiveness. Manages (as required) all human tissue tracking in accordance with FDA standards from ordering, receiving, logging by model number, lot number, serial number and expiration date. Presents tissue management data upon request from Joint Commission. Responsible for forecasting analysis, cost analysis, procuring, tracking, replenishment, and billing on all implantable items for all surgical and procedural services, while maintaining daily logs for regulatory needs. - Responsible for entire analysis of inventory including but not limited to: Low Stock, Out of Stock, future expiring, open order reconciliation, and per case usage. Works with vendors to prevent stock-outs and assists in identifying appropriate substitute for backordered items. Communicates with stakeholders and supply chain staff in regards to current stock levels, ordering, case schedule, backorders, product trials, and sub item issues. Provides detailed root cause analysis using 5 why, A3 and Plan/Do/Check/Act (PDCA) methodology as needed. - Facilitates relationships with service specific vendors relating to communication of expiring items, consignment reconciliation, assisting in periodic cycle counts, model number updates discontinued products, product trials, and any other duties assigned by manager. Works closely with Supply Chain Sourcing team to provide data for updating supplier performance score cards. - Responsible for all inventory management decisions including additions, changes, deletes, and par level analysis. Responsible for quarterly par reviews, highlighting detailed cost impact and savings, both short and long term. Provides data and feedback to clinicians on supply consumption and par level optimization, including preference card recommendations where applicable. Provides detailed analysis on RFID tagged items for cost savings tracking and utilization. - Responsible for the flow, cleanliness (5S), and overall organization of owned and consigned inventory areas. Responsible for understanding/employing all lean methodology and participates/facilitates service Kaizen events. - Participates in Supply Chain process improvement activities and events using appropriate tools and techniques such as 5S, Standard Work, Managing for Daily Improvement, Value Stream/Process Flow Mapping and Pull System/Kanban. - Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications:  - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent training acquired via work experience or education. - One or two years of previous experience in supply chain preferred - Lean Management experience a plus. - Requires high level of adaptability and interpersonal skills - Excel knowledge and can perform: Filtering out data, Pivot Tables strongly preferred - Strong communication skills Position Details: - Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0FTE) - Shift: 7:00AM-3:30PM Monday-Friday - Unit/Department: Supply Chain - Inventory Management Med/Surg - CBA Code: Non-Union Must comply with Ingalls Memorial Hospital's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Job ID
2024-69644
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 2 days ago(5/1/2024 1:06 PM)
Join a world-class academic healthcare system, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, as a Sr. Financial Analyst in the Financial Planning department. This role is a hybrid remote opportunity with at least 2 days a week in office (Tuesdays and Thursdays). The office location is in Harvey, IL at Ingalls Memorial Hospital.    Job Summary: The Sr. Financial Analyst position plays and integral role in assisting the management team in developing, implementing and monitoring strategic decisions. The Financial Analyst will collaborate closely with the management team by providing objective data and analysis that enables leadership to surface issues, make informed decisions, and achieve strategic goals. Provides timely, accurate and informative analyses of the current status and forecasting results of operations, including clinical activity, revenues and expenses. Works collaboratively within a cross-functional team to develop and maintain labor management and productivity systems. The Financial Analyst measure strategic and operational performance and targets and communicates routinely to management. The Financial Analyst will oversee decision support and POP Health Analytics and is responsible for the direction and oversight of analytics, reporting and research to support clinical, financial, and user reporting, product development and business and financial strategy.   Essential Job Functions: - Works collaboratively with other areas on the development of both internal and external business plans for inclusion in the long term financial forecasts. Oversees approved business plans including into the current year operating budget. - Provides timely, accurate and informative analyses of the current status and forecasting results of operations including clinical activity, revenues and expenses. - Works in collaboration with various departments in the development and implementation of Labor productivity system. Assists in the development of operations reporting of Labor productivity. - Partners with operations to achieve goals of the organization, which may include budget training, data support, performance improvement initiatives, and productivity training. - Performs monthly business reviews with leaders to understand departmental operations, identify barriers to success, and provide data support to leaders to drive operational improvement. Qualifications: - A minimum of 5 years of experience in the HealthCare Finance or equivalent field. - Preferred experience in Finance, Decision Support, and/or Population Health Analytics. - Experience in developing reports using Crystal or an equivalent program, data modeling and business intelligence tools. - Working knowledge of insurance programs is preferred. - Strong knowledge of Microsoft products – specifically Excel and Access and PowerPoint. - Working knowledge/experience with analytics in data warehouse environment. - Experience working with managed care enrollment and claims data. - Experience in healthcare analytics/informatics and report development. - Experience with advanced data visualization tools. - Strong communication and teamwork skills. - Ability to work independently within a complex organizational setting. Position Details: - Job Type: Full Time (1.0FTE) - Shift: Days- 9:00a - 5p M-F  - Office Location: Harvey, IL (Ingalls Memorial Hospital), Hybrid remote - at least 2 days a week expected in office (Tuesday and Thursday)  - Unit: Financial Planning  - CBA Code: Non-Union Must comply with Ingalls Memorial Hospital's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Job ID
2024-69632
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 2 days ago(5/1/2024 3:36 PM)
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a The Assistant Patient Care Manager (APCM) in the Urgent Aid!   The Assistant Patient Care Manager (APCM)  is under the direction of the ED/UA Director/Manager, the Assistant Patient Care Manager (APCM) functions as the assistive leader for a specific shift(s) and assumes responsibility for clinical practice which may include 24-hour accountability.  The APCM is responsible for supporting coordination of care and communication to facilitate patient needs as well as providing direction to and counseling of unit staff.  This position will also serve as a public relations representative for patients and their families.   Essential Job Functions - Maintain new hire and annual staff certifications via health stream, lab training completion - Collect and analyze quality metrics such as QC 30 total Chest pain/ Pneumonia charts monthly - Conduct DNV rounding completion - Monitor and respond to schedule changes, staffing shortfalls, cover call-offs as needed - Precept new staff - Conduct daily/shift rounds for compliance with regulatory requirements; crash cart logs, refrigerator logs, etc. - Performs other duties assigned - Promotes Innovation: Thinks creatively; leverages diverse resources; ensures relevance by evaluating and developing potential solutions for important areas; implements improvements. - Delivers Results: Sets clear expectations; sustains focus; achieves goals; inspires success. - Makes Thoughtful Decisions: Identifies issues, problems and opportunities; gathers and interprets information; generates alternatives and selects appropriate action; commits to implementation with a sense of urgency and bias for action. - Acts with Courage and Conviction:  Identifies issues or concerns to maximize the patient, customer and employee experience; informs the appropriate leaders when expectations or standards are not met or when UCMC’s values are at risk; commits to resolution. - Communicates with Impact: Listens to learn; owns and delivers clear messages; uses language appropriately; ensures understanding. - This position exhibits knowledge of, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and vision of UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, while demonstrating behavior consistent with the core values and standards of service of the organization. Required Qualifications - 3-5 years RN in Emergency Department preferred Education and License/ Certfication Requirements - Graduation from an accredited school of nursing/BSN required - Current RN license for State of Illinois - Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS - CEN (preferred, not required) - Competencies: To be completed within one year of hire, RN core competencies for specialty and current leadership competency work.   Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full Time  - Shift: Days - Urgent Aid- Family Care Centers - CBA Code: Non Union
Job ID
2024-69625
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Calumet City
Referral Bonus
Yes
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 10 hours ago(5/3/2024 1:59 PM)
  Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Registered Nurse (RN) with the Med/Surg department.   With the leadership of the Manager, the Registered Nurse functions as an interactive resource in clinical nursing and professional practice.    The Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordinating of and performing direct nursing care for patients, utilizing concepts of the nursing process, serves as resource, preceptor, mentor, and leader for physicians, professional peers and other fellow employees, and provides participative supervision to the Patient Care Team Members in collaboration with the Patient Manager.   Essential Job Functions - Collaborates closely with physicians to assess, design, coordinate, implement, and evaluate the patients’ plan of care and the patients’ outcomes.  - Demonstrates the necessary skills and knowledge to provide complex nursing skills and delegates tasks to other Care Team members according to unit specific competencies as appropriate to the age of the patients served as delineated in the Patient Care Centers Scope of Care.  - Responsible for and monitors the quality of patient care and patient satisfaction.  - Accurately and independently pursues professional development opportunities.  - Assumes responsibility to assure the daily operations of the Patient Care Center are effectively and efficiently maintained.  - Works within the accepted service standards and supports the Vision of Ingalls Hospital. - Works in partnership with other patient care team members and pro-actively identifies and provides for individual patient, family, and physicians needs exceeding their expectations, and employing appropriate customer relations. - Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and Vision of Ingalls Hospital.  - Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and standards of care.  - Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan.   Required Qualifications - Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate's degree in Nursing or higher - Must hold a current RN Licensure State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation or valid temporary permit to practice nursing in the State of Illinois - Must hold a current Basic Life Support certification (Healthcare Provider Recognition   Preferred Qualifications - A Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing - Acute care or related experience providing nursing care to patients within at least the last five years.   Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full-time (0.9) ; 12-hour shifts - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: Med/Surg - CBA Code: NNU
Job ID
2024-69621
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
Yes
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 2 days ago(5/1/2024 3:52 PM)
  Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Registered Nurse (RN) with the Med/Surg department.   With the leadership of the Manager, the Registered Nurse functions as an interactive resource in clinical nursing and professional practice.    The Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordinating of and performing direct nursing care for patients, utilizing concepts of the nursing process, serves as resource, preceptor, mentor, and leader for physicians, professional peers and other fellow employees, and provides participative supervision to the Patient Care Team Members in collaboration with the Patient Manager.   Essential Job Functions - Collaborates closely with physicians to assess, design, coordinate, implement, and evaluate the patients’ plan of care and the patients’ outcomes.  - Demonstrates the necessary skills and knowledge to provide complex nursing skills and delegates tasks to other Care Team members according to unit specific competencies as appropriate to the age of the patients served as delineated in the Patient Care Centers Scope of Care.  - Responsible for and monitors the quality of patient care and patient satisfaction.  - Accurately and independently pursues professional development opportunities.  - Assumes responsibility to assure the daily operations of the Patient Care Center are effectively and efficiently maintained.  - Works within the accepted service standards and supports the Vision of Ingalls Hospital. - Works in partnership with other patient care team members and pro-actively identifies and provides for individual patient, family, and physicians needs exceeding their expectations, and employing appropriate customer relations. - Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and Vision of Ingalls Hospital.  - Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and standards of care.  - Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan.   Required Qualifications - Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate's degree in Nursing or higher - Must hold a current RN Licensure State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation or valid temporary permit to practice nursing in the State of Illinois - Must hold a current Basic Life Support certification (Healthcare Provider Recognition   Preferred Qualifications - A Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing - Acute care or related experience providing nursing care to patients within at least the last five years.   Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full-time (0.9) ; 12-hour shifts - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: Med/Surg - CBA Code: NNU
Job ID
2024-69614
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
Yes
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 4 days ago(4/29/2024 7:45 PM)
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Physical Therapist at our Harvey location.   In this role as an Physical Therapist you will examine, evaluate, test and work to alleviate mechanical, physiological or developmental impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or other health and movement related conditions; classifying these disorders, determining a rehabilitation prognosis and plan of therapeutic intervention and assessing the ongoing effects of the interventions.   The Physical Therapist involves the patient/client and appropriate others in the planning, implementation, and assessment of the plan of care. The physical therapist, in consultation with appropriate disciplines, plans for discharge of the patient/client taking into consideration achievement of anticipated goals and expected outcomes, and provides for appropriate follow-up referral. Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and vision of Ingalls Memorial Hospital. Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and standard of care. Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan.     Required Qualifications - Graduate of an accredited program with minimum Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s or Doctorate preferred. - Licensed, or eligible, in the state of Illinois with Notification of eligibility for examination. - Basic Life Support Certification Position Details - Job Type/FTE:  Full Time - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: Therapy - CBA Code: Non 
Job ID
2024-69610
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 4 days ago(4/29/2024 7:43 PM)
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at our Harvey location.   The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is consistent with the American Occupational Therapy Association, Occupational Therapy Assistants are experts at analyzing the performance skills and patterns necessary for people to engage in their everyday activities in the contexts and environments in which those activities and occupations occur.  The practice of occupational therapy includes methods or strategies selected to direct the process of interventions and evaluation of factors affecting Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), education, work, play, leisure, and social participation.   Occupational Therapy Assistants deliver occupational therapy services under the supervision of and in partnership with the occupational therapist.   Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and vision of Ingalls Memorial Hospital.  Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and standard of care.  Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan.   Essential Job Functions: - Adheres to all hospital policies and Ingalls Memorial Hospital Standards of Care. - Utilizes resources appropriately and maintains equipment order to prolong working life. - Supports and participates in LEAN organizational initiatives as directed - Maintains an environment which is characterized by trust, acceptance, recognition and respect. - Strong patient advocate. - Actively supports the vision philosophy, mission, goals and objectives of the hospital - Meets core clinical competencies for level care completes annual competencies as per department. - Seeks educational opportunities to advance clinical skills; regularly attends department in-services, as appropriate. - Works with others to improve level of skill throughout the department. - Seeks and implements use of evidence based practice. - Documents results and recommendations, interdisciplinary communication per department protocol; documents skilled service and supports billing. - Recommends appropriate treatment intensity and discharges patient when the individual no longer meets criteria for level of service, meets goals, reaches prior level of function or is no longer in need of/benefitting from skilled intervention. - Complies with billing practices per department protocol. - Accountable for appropriate use of department and hospital resources. - Meets productivity standards as defined by the department. - Refers back to the Occupational Therapist for re-evaluation or goal/disposition planning as appropriate - Demonstrates adherence to Ingalls Memorial Hospital Performance Standards of Service in all interactions with all stakeholders. - Actively participates in providing suggestions to department leadership improve daily operations, employee satisfaction. - Demonstrates a solution oriented approach towards obstacles. - Identifies opportunities for process improvement and/or improved service delivery - Provides direct supervision for patient-related activities and appropriate delegation of tasks to Rehabilitation Aides. - Functions as Clinical Instructor for Occupational Therapy Assistant Students as appropriate in department   Required Qualifications/Skills - Graduated from a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy. - Education or predecessor organization; successfully passes the National Certification examination and/or met State requirements for licensure/registration - Illinois Licensure - Eligible specific practice areas may require advanced certification or previous experience to address patient care needs - Basic Life Support Certification - Basic computer proficiency - Effective verbal and written communication, including ability to communicate with other cultures or those with language or cognitive impairments - Foreign graduates shall submit certification of passage of the Test of English as a foreign Language (TOEFL) and the Test if Spoken English (TSE). Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full Time - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: Therapy - CBA Code: Non 
Job ID
2024-69609
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 4 days ago(4/29/2024 7:30 PM)
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Neurological Physical Therapist at our Flossmoor   In this role as an Neurological Physical Therapist you will examine, evaluate, test and work to alleviate mechanical, physiological or developmental impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or other health and movement related conditions; classifying these disorders, determining a rehabilitation prognosis and plan of therapeutic intervention and assessing the ongoing effects of the interventions.   The Physical Therapist involves the patient/client and appropriate others in the planning, implementation, and assessment of the plan of care. The physical therapist, in consultation with appropriate disciplines, plans for discharge of the patient/client taking into consideration achievement of anticipated goals and expected outcomes, and provides for appropriate follow-up referral. Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and vision of Ingalls Memorial Hospital. Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and standard of care. Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan.     Required Qualifications - Graduate of an accredited program with minimum Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s or Doctorate preferred. - Licensed, or eligible, in the state of Illinois with Notification of eligibility for examination. - Basic Life Support Certification Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full Time - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: Therapy - CBA Code: Non 
Job ID
2024-69608
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Flossmoor
Referral Bonus
No
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 4 days ago(4/29/2024 7:26 PM)
Join a world-class academic healthcare system, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, as an Critical Care Educator in the Patient Care Services Education department.    Job SummaryWith the leadership of the Director/Manager, Patient Care Services, and in collaboration with the Clinical Supervisor and the Medical Staff, the Critical Care Educator of Patient Care Services will partner with nurses at all levels and across the system to improve performance and clinical quality outcomes.  The RN Educator assesses learning needs of nursing staff; plans, develops, and implements programs to meet identified learning needs; conducts systematic studies and benchmarking activities; evaluates the effectiveness of educational activities; utilizes interactive processes in providing educational services which will contribute to exceeding the expectations of patients, physicians, families/significant others, and third party payers in the provision of high quality, cost-effective nursing services. Essential Job Functions  - Plans, implements, and evaluates educational activities based on identified learning needs. - Develops an annual nursing education plan. - Responsible for meeting staff education requirements of regulatory agencies and participation in orientation programs and the extern program. - Participates in establishing and implementing policies, procedures, standards, and processes. - Works directly with all nursing clinical areas on monitoring and tracking data, action planning, projects, quality outcomes and quality improvement. - Engages with nurses at all levels to change/modify nursing practice related to nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures, and meaningful use to improve patient outcomes. - Facilitates data collection in accordance with established protocols and guidelines to ensure accuracy for data submission. - Reviews and analyzes reports designed to monitor ongoing performance, identifies and reviews non-compliant cases and follows up with appropriate nursing leader to proactively drive compliance. - Uses data to drive outcomes and improvements. Generates and uses scorecards, graphs, and reports to communicate performance for designated units. - Participates in Quality and Performance Improvement projects, as assigned. Actively engages in nursing focused Quality meetings and Shared Governance. - Participates on committees and patient safety and accreditation/regulatory compliance activities, as assigned. - Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications - BSN required; MSN preferred - Illinois RN License  - 3 – 5 years recent clinical experience required - Excellent organizational skills, computer skills, and interpersonal skills required. - Experience with data analysis, interpretation, and presentation required. Preferred Qualifications  - National Nursing Board Certification preferred - Experience with quality process improvement, and/or Lean methodology preferred - Experience with Critical Care preferred Position Details - Job Type/FTE: 1.00  - Shift: Days (10 hours)  - Unit/Department:Patient Care Services Education - CBA Code: Non-Union 
Job ID
2024-69607
New Position Type
FT Regular
Job Location : Location
US-IL-Harvey
Referral Bonus
Yes

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