HOUSE ADMINISTRATOR - JTDC Job Number: 00126869
Job Posting: Jan 24, 2022, 8:59:50 PM Closing Date: Feb 8, 2022, 5:59:00 AM Full-time Shift Start Time: 10:00 P.M. Shift End Time: 6:00 A.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit: None Posting Salary: COMPETITIVE
Organization: Health and Hospital Systems
LOCATION: Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC) - 1100 S. Hamilton Ave. - Chicago, IL
SHIFT: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Nursing or designee, the House Administrator is responsible and accountable for the management of operations and patient care delivery on the evening/night shifts. The House Administrator builds a collaborative working relationship with the medical staff and correctional staff as a member of the nursing leadership team.
Typical Duties
* Provides direct supervision to clinical staff through visual observation and review of
medical encounters.
* Rounds during the shift to evaluate and ensure the quality and appropriateness of patient care
provided by nursing staff; personal safety of staff, availability of equipment supplies
and environmental cleanliness and neatness of clinical units/areas.
* Completes and submits statistics and shift reports at the end of shift.
* Participates in the evaluation of employees from assigned shift through constructive feedback
to the respective nurse manager.
* As appropriate, initiates corrective action/progressive discipline and/or counseling.
* Ensures staff compliance with Correctional Nursing healthcare, Standards of
Practice, institutional policies, regulatory standards and judicial orders.
* Provides support and functions as a learning resource to all patient care service
personnel, including assessment of the learning needs of staff members with immediate intervention
when necessary and appropriate communications to the respective nurse manager and the Divisional
Director of Nursing for follow-up.
* Provides guidance, direction and counseling to staff regarding delivery of patient care,
problem solving and decision making to enhance patient care delivery.
* Manages staff resources for the shift based on staffing plan and oversees
adjustment of assignments as needed for census, case mix, skills mix and activities.
* Responds to any critical patient care situation, i.e., Code M (Medical Emergencies) and
other emergencies that may occur on the evening, night or weekend.
* Collaborates with Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC) Staff, support services, external
agencies and the general public on the assigned shift.
* Establishes a pattern of communication with support departments , physician, health
care providers that allow for discussion and collaborative care patient related clinical issues.
* Collaborates with the Divisional Director of Nursing and Nurse Coordinators to identify the
need for educational program for staff on the evening, night and weekend shifts.
* Participates in patient care to serve role model and to cover staff shortage as needed.
* Demonstrates clinical experience necessary to function as a role model for staff.
* Reports to the Divisional Director of Nursing or designee, the status of clinical
areas/divisions to include significant events, problems and solutions, staffing needs and staff
changes.
* Completes 12 hours of continuing education annually.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher level degree, required. (Must provide official transcripts at time of interview)
- Must be licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois, required.
- A minimum of four (4) years of clinical nursing experience is required.
- A minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience is required.
- Must possess a current and valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification card, required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
* Current knowledge of nursing theory and practice, regulatory accreditation standards
and management and leadership techniques.
* Working knowledge of quality improvement methodology.
* Initiative resourcefulness, flexibility, creativity and follow-through in planning and
problem solving.
* Strong interpersonal skills for dealing with hospital staff, patients, and patient families.
* Strong leadership and project management skills.
* Ability to articulate in a clear and professional manner when presenting and
demonstrating techniques.
* Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and
resolution skills.
* Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks.
* Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment.
* Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices.
* Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged.
* Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team for
long periods of time.
* Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precision.
* This position requires various types of physical exertion with the use of hands, legs, and
fingers including but not limited to lifting, pushing, pulling, prolonged standing/walking,
operating wound equipment and other devises or moving light to moderate weight.
* This position has direct contact with patients and is exposed to various pathogens present in
a patient care environment.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must :
- Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
- Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
- Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- 100% Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs
- You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
