Nursing Asst-Inpatient Psychiatry Unit

Position Overview

Nursing Assistant – Located in Chicago, Illinois at Rush University Medical Center (4 Kellogg Mood Disorder Unit). Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5). Shift: Shift 4; Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00 AM - 11:00 AM). Infrequent Rotation with a minimum of one weekend per month, plus holiday and weekend requirements.

Job Summary: The Nursing Assistant performs a variety of clinical and environmental tasks under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Duties require specialized training and technical skill acquired through an accredited school of nursing. The role exemplifies Rush’s mission, vision and ICARE values and adheres to established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Reports to the charge Registered Nurse for assignment of duties.
• Maintains a safe patient environment.
• Sets priorities based on patient and unit needs under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Participates in the implementation of individualized plans of care under RN direction.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Accurately obtains patient data and documents all care in the appropriate record.
• Performs routine procedures, treatments, and specimen collections.
• Demonstrates aseptic technique when necessary.
• Assists the Registered Nurse or physician with advanced procedures.
• Assists in the management of uncomplicated tubes and drains.
• Performs specific patient care procedures such as blood glucose testing and specimen collection.
• Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific variables and patient growth and development.
• Promptly reports changes in patient condition to the appropriate Registered Nurse.
• Assists with admission, discharge, and transport of patients.
• Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required.
• Obtains blood products, supplies, and equipment as necessary.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the telephone and patient call systems.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of EPIC.
• Demonstrates proficiency in using unit-specific monitors, pumps, and other equipment.
• Keeps patient rooms safe, orderly, and in accordance with unit routines.
• Independently orders, organizes, and restocks supplies per unit specifications.
• Replenishes patient room supplies and maintains emergency supplies.
• Communicates pertinent information to appropriate team members throughout the shift.
• Negotiates break times and communicates departure and return times per protocol.
• Demonstrates initiative and self-direction in work habits.

Required Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited Baccalaureate or Masters entry-level school of nursing with passing grades in all courses upon hire and on an annual basis, or awaiting eligibility (within 3 months of graduation).
• Completed a fundamental nursing course that includes basic nursing skills such as vital signs and activities of daily living.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the institutional screening examination.
• Ability to solve simple problems.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $16.50 per hour. Salaries are determined based on factors including education, job-related experience, skills, internal equity, and industry-specific market data.
• Benefits: Exceptional rewards and benefits. Learn more at the Rush benefits page.