CLINICAL

• Leads quality improvement projects for the unit, and actively participates in quality improvement projects within the Division and Hospital. Monitors quality improvement outcomes and compliance.
• Leads new-hire orientation program for Adult & Adolescent Psychiatry Services
• Coordinates Adult & Adolescent Psychiatry Services continuing education
• Completes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies
• Develops, coordinates and/or mentors staff in patient care plan development and ongoing clinical assessment. Uses clinical expertise to collaborate with nursing staff and health care team to improve patient outcomes.
• Consults with and implements orders from physician by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record
• Assesses, engages and obtains clinical information from multidisciplinary team, patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan
• Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities and responds to patients changing needs
• Engages nursing and support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback
• Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health’s values through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a clean, safe and therapeutic environment

PROFESSIONAL/LEADERSHIP

• Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession. Assists in the coordination and management of daily unit activities.
• Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide “quality” patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies
• Recognizes and supports Shared Leadership as the selected method of nursing governance
• Participates in organizational, departmental and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior
• Demonstrates accountability for job performance by: (1) seeking opportunities to enhance job skills and knowledge; (2) maintaining conditions of employment (RN licensure, BLS and other applicable certifications)
• Receives and provides feedback to members of the health care team regarding performance/practice

ORGANIZATIONAL

• Adheres to the UI Health Code of Conduct
• Treats patients/families, staff, students and visitors with respect and dignity. Adheres to Nursing’s time, overtime and attendance policies.
• Completes electronic learning modules and related programs by established date
• Complies with University Health Services TB and fit-testing requirements
• Utilizes established communication channels/chain of command to escalate or resolve patient care problems
• Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem solving and resolution
• Collaborates with, supports and participates in departmental and organizational education and initiatives through Clinical Practice and Professional Development
• Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem solving and resolution
• Collaborates with, supports and participates in departmental and organizational education and initiatives through Clinical Practice and Professional Development

EDUCATION/RESEARCH

• Collaborates with other nurses and physicians to identify, promote and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students
• Assesses and analyzes education needs of colleagues, staff and students
• Plans, presents and evaluates of learning/educational experiences for staff and students
• Initiates, conducts and analyzes evidence based practice research to improve patient care outcomes. Serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to other nursing staff and students.
• Accesses Medical Center intranet for relevant communication and to review and interpret changes in policy, procedure and other information pertinent to practice
• Conducts and supports other nursing and multidisciplinary research efforts on the unit and across UI Health
• Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs

REQUIRED

• Master’s degree in related field required
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required
• Current licensure as a professional Registered Nurse from the State of Illinois required
• Current AHA BLS/CPR and other applicable certifications
• Minimum requirement of three (3) years of relevant psychiatry nursing experience
• Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, families and health care providers
• Ability to provide training on all three (3) shifts and weekends as needed
• Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history
• Excellent demeanor and experience that promotes working with multidisciplinary teams

PREFERRED

• Inpatient psychiatric experience highly preferred
• Experience leading quality and safety projects and initiatives preferred
• Certifications preferred
• Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems with on-the-job training

Compensation and Benefits:
Salary range $78,208 - $112,320
Tuition Waiver and Tuition Reimbursement Available
PTO: Vacation - 1st year 15 vacation days and 12 sick days