Works under the indirect supervision of the Resource Coordinator and Manager to support Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Disassembles, decontaminates, assembles, sterilizes, and stores procedure trays, instruments, and supplies according to prescribed procedure and aseptic technique. Follows preference sheet to accurately dispense instruments and supplies to Surgery This p

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

Department Maintain a neat/tidy appearance in all areas of the department, returning equipment/supplies to designated areas Regularly sanitize and maintain rehabilitation equipment, mat tables, gym, and assistive devices according to hospital safety and infection control standards Evaluate and distribute linen supplies, changing linens on treatment tables according to pro

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

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

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

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

Provides direct care to patients which demonstrates clinical expertise and advanced knowledge. Diagnoses and manages acute and chronic health problems within specialty area of practice. Collaborates and consults with physicians and other health care professionals in area of clinical expertise. Develops educational systems and strategies for teaching patients, families and

At the direction of Medical Physics leadership, participates in the commissioning and acceptance testing of all proton therapy equipment according to all industry standards, all stand and local regulations governing said commissioning, and doing so to meet Proton Center deadline for completion. Performs daily calibrations for all therapy equipment as assigned by Medical P

Maintain a safe and clean work environment Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Report deficiencies to supervisor immediately. Assist in rectifying deficiencies as requested. Assume responsibility for and supervision of the appropriate care of medical equipment. Provide pre attending care for patients For each patient, perform a comprehensive assessment of the chief c

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

Performs all aspects of patient care by utilizing evidenced based practice in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Follows the six medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors, administering medications based on the age and clinical condition of the patient. States rationale for clinical dec

Reviews various internal and external computerized systems and reports to determine correct patient identifying information for Northwestern Medicine Master Patient Index (MPI) and CIS. Utilizes technical expertise to analyze system related changes and participates in testing of various software modifications. Monitors report creation, electronic transfer and disseminatio

Applies medical necessity screening criteria, level of care guidelines, and professional nursing knowledge to ensure that admissions and length of stay are appropriate. Completes initial admission and thereafter continuing stay reviews for all hospitalized patients. Facilitates utilization review concurrent with decisions on hospitalization and may perform duties in the E