Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creat

Investigates and quells hospital incidents and disturbances to maintain patient, visitor, and associate security. Notifies appropriate city officials (police and fire) and prepares descriptive reports for supervisory personnel. Performs regular perimeter and internal patrols of the hospital buildings and grounds to assure protection of patients and property and to prevent

Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area. Provides direct clinical care to patients. Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x rays and procedures according to clinical privileges. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further

The Respiratory Therapist RRT reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The respiratory therapist (RT) serves as a member of the pulmonary function testi

Greets customers and responds to general and specific inquiries that require advanced departmental knowledge and critical thinking skills. Independently collects information and coordinates preparation of reports. Identifies and assesses issues and opportunities for improvement and implements changes following managerial review. Maintains department schedule by coordinati

Completes documentation per hospital policy and submits charges in a timely manner. Assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients and provides physical therapy evaluations, modalities and treatments in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care. Selects, administ

Performs the following test procedures on patients. Visual Fields Monitors and maintain the levels of minor equipment Educates patients on testing procedure Documents data/comments in the patients' electronic medical record/Epic. Escorts patient Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Required High School diploma or GED equivalent CPR Basic Life Support (American

Establish positive first impressions with patients and customers, establishing a role as patient advocate. Triage all incoming telephone calls and electronic messages, prioritizing and resolving, involving the provider as appropriate, successfully completing the communication cycle. Document all communications in the electronic medical record. Schedule patient for visit w

Assures efficient patient flow through the site Escorts patient to exam room, identifies patient with 2 identifiers and prepares patient for examination. Obtains accurate vital signs, per organization standards. Documents reason for visit and updates/confirms, allergies, smoking history and pharmacy information. Promptly informs the provider and registered nurse of any si

Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output. Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming and eating. Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional condi

Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age related standards and in accordance with departmental policies, protocols and procedures. Demonstrates AIDET model and optimizes patient safety to reduce the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Receives and reviews physician orders; ensures that all necessary information is included for appropriate lab s

A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nurs

Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age related standards. Provides appropriate post phlebotomy patient care. Identifies need for patient medical assistance and call code as appropriate. Reviews/Records refrigerator temperature(s) and QC/QA records. Areas of concern are recorded through the Corrective Action Log and reported to maintenance for repai

Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age related standards and in accordance with departmental policies, protocols and procedures. Demonstrates AIDET model and optimizes patient safety to reduce the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Receives and reviews physician orders; ensures that all necessary information is included for appropriate lab s

Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age related standards and in accordance with departmental policies, protocols and procedures. Demonstrates AIDET model and optimizes patient safety to reduce the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Receives and reviews physician orders; ensures that all necessary information is included for appropriate lab s