Nursing Technician -5SE Surgical Days
Chicago, IL 
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Nursing Technician -5SE Surgical Days


Nursing Technician -5SE Surgical Days

Hiring Department: 5SE Surgical

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1024080

FTE : 1

Work Schedule - 7a-3p

Shift : Days

# of Position: 1

Posting Date: 3/08/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago


UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse II (LPN), the Nursing Technician delivers patient care utilizing the Relationship-Based Care model as a framework. The Nurse Technician provides care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by supporting Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence in clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Nurse Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • NT Duties
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Adheres to UI Health's Code of Conduct.
  • Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs
  • Recognizes and supports Shared Leadership as the selected method of nursing governance
  • Completes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies.
  • Assists patients with meeting hydration and nutritional needs.
  • Measures and records vital signs, notifies RN or LPN of any abnormalities/changes.
  • Complies with University Health Services TB and fit-testing requirements
  • Responds to patient call lights
  • Adheres to the Medical Center's Code of Conduct.


  • Qualifications:

    Minimum Qualifications

    1. High school graduation or equivalent.
    2. Possession of a CNA license from an accredited institution/school/program.
    3. Registered and active in the
      Illinois Department of Public Health - Health Care Work Registry


    4. Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications
    5. Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers
    6. Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training
    7. Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.


    Preferred Qualifications

    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

    The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.
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    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.


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    Job Summary
    Start Date
    As soon as possible
    Employment Term and Type
    Regular, Full Time
    Required Education
    High School or Equivalent
    Required Experience
    Open
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