About the job
As a vital member of the Medical Surgical Unit team at Northwestern Medicine, the Registered Nurse embodies our mission, vision, and values, while adhering to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program. You will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care in alignment with our hospital's philosophy and departmental standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough assessments for each assigned patient, considering age-specific physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and environmental factors.
- Identify and evaluate patient and family educational needs, preferences, and readiness to learn.
- Proactively anticipate potential complications related to the patient's condition and their adjustment to illness.
- Develop and continually refine nursing care plans based on comprehensive assessments and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Facilitate effective communication with physicians and healthcare providers regarding patient observations and reactions.
- Monitor and assess patient responses to treatments, initiating appropriate nursing interventions as necessary.
- Prioritize patient care needs dynamically based on changing conditions and unit activity.
- Engage in discharge planning from the moment of admission, ensuring patient education and understanding of care plans.
- Adhere to Standards of Care and OSHA regulations to ensure safe and effective patient care.
- Document interventions and patient responses accurately and timely.