UI Health - Staff Nurse I - Surgicenter (Flex Days)

UI Health - Staff Nurse I - Surgicenter (Flex Days)

Location: Chicago, IL, US · Posted: 10/5/2026 · Closes: 10/19/2026 · Reference: 21068

Position Summary Staff Nurse I is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework. Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Staff Nurse I functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals. Staff Nurse I facilitates educational development of staff, leads unit-based quality improvement initiatives and acts as a professional and clinical role model and educational resource for staff. Staff Nurse I is actively engaged in Shared Leadership through membership of a governing council. Duties Responsibilities • Completes the required orientation program and unit-specific competencies. • Facilitates orientation and re-orientation for new hires and current employees. • Develops, implements, and updates patients' plans of care based on ongoing assessments and input from patients and their families. • Shares information and collaborates with other healthcare team members to promote effective patient care. • Verifies and implements orders from physicians, physician assistants, and/or advanced practice nurses by performing prescribed interventions and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record. • Engages with patients and their families to develop appropriate educational plans. • Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patients' changing needs. - Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act, providing support and feedback. • Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health's values through teamwork and effective communication to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction, and a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment. • Willing to assumes role as Charge nurse as assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools. Acts as a resource for unit personnel and aids in resolving questions related to policy, standards and procedures. • Recognizes and addresses the clinical needs of staff in patient care delivery. • Performs other duties as assigned. • Advocates for patients, families, significant others, the community, and the nursing profession. • Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice, and clinical experience to provide high-quality patient care, as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting healthcare bodies. • Utilizes the hospital-approved acuity tool and electronic scheduling tool to optimize staffing, scheduling, and patient assignments. • Recognizes and supports Shared Leadership as the chosen method of nursing governance. • Actively engages in Shared Leadership through membership of a governing council, supporting departmental and unit goals in daily activities. • Demonstrates accountability for job performance by (1) seeking opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge and (2) maintaining conditions of employment (RN licensure, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and other required unit-specific certifications). • Receives and provides feedback to healthcare team members regarding performance and practice. • Adheres to UI Health’s Code of Conduct. • Treats patients, families, staff, students, and visitors with respect and dignity. • Follows nursing policies on time, overtime, and attendance. • Completes electronic learning modules and related programs assigned by UI Health by the established deadlines. • Complies with University Health Services TB, flu compliance, and fit-testing requirements. • Utilizes established communication channels/chain of command to escalate or resolve patient care issues. •Identifies recurring clinical practices and unit problems and participates in problem-solving and resolution. •Plans, presents and evaluates educational experiences for staff and students. •Serves as a preceptor and resource for other nursing staff and students. •In collaboration with ANIII, CNCII, AN1 and SN2 leads unit-based quality initiatives and provides feedback and education to staff. •Accesses the medical center intranet for relevant communication and to review and interpret changes in policy, procedure, and other pertinent information. •Supports nursing and multidisciplinary research efforts conducted on the unit and at UI Health. •Take responsibility for continued professional growth and development by identifying learning needs and initiating strategies to address them. •Proactively serves as an agent of change, partnering with team members to identify, implement and sustain improvement to unit workflows and processes. •Proactively goes above and beyond expectations to support team and organizational goals. •Comply with University Health Services TB, flu compliance, and fit-testing requirements.