Company Description
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description Registered Nurse Enrollment
Seeking flexible team members who will be an integral part of shaping and developing our innovative Hospital at Home program - coordinating and caring for our patients in their most comfortable environment. Our RN Enrollment opening is part-time 30 hours/week, 10-hour shifts from 7am-5:30pm, with weekend rotation included in the schedule.
The Hospital at Home Enrollment Registered Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for accurate and efficient patient identification for the NM Hospital at Home program. Identifies eligible patients and conducts clinical and social eligibility and safety screening while collaborating with the Admitting provider and Clinical Coordinator. This role also communicates with the ED/Inpatient care team, the patient and family and the ED/Inpatient Case Managers at times to facilitate transfers to NM Hospital at Home. This role is in many instances the patients' first introduction to NM Hospital at Home and because of this, the role requires a strong understanding of the program and the ability to present the program accurately, addressing any questions raised by the patient, family or care team.
The nurse is present in the ED/Inpatient setting, proactively, case-finding by engaging in rounds and huddles, as well as independently identifying patients throughout the shift to maintain goals of Hospital at Home growth and census.
Gathers appropriate clinical information to identify patients based on geographic region and plan of care Interacts with the Emergency Department interdisciplinary team and ED Care Facilitators to assist patient identification with the goal of successful transfer to NM Hospital at Home Interacts with the Inpatient interdisciplinary team and Inpatient Care Facilitators to assist patient identification with the goal of successful transfer to NM Hospital at Home Collaborates closely with the NM Hospital at Home Admitting Provider when prospective patients meet eligibility criteria Obtains consent from patient to transfer to NM Hospital at Home Communicates and collaborates with NM Hospital at Home Clinical Coordinator regarding patient transfers Works with care areas to manage patient flow and placement to support Home Hospital transfers and census goals Utilizes analytical and critical thinking in decision making and judgment that is aligned with organizational objectives Exhibits excellent and effective communication skills that promotes patient centered care, relationship building, and professionalism Qualifications Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)* Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Minimum 1 year emergency department, home hospital, or inpatient experience Strong interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate with others Strong analytic abilities *Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role
Preferred: Minimum 3 years emergency department, home hospital, or inpatient experience Additional Information
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