Critical Care Unit RN- dayshift position
About The Position
The Critical Care Unit Registered Nurse provides nursing care to patients in the ICU, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The RN engages patients and families throughout the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role supports unit councils, professional governance, quality initiatives, evidence-based practice, and a culture of safety. The RN may administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with clinical protocols and procedures; delegates appropriately; maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation; and may float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. The RN must provide age-appropriate care and follow the ANA Code of Ethics and applicable standards of practice. This is a full-time dayshift position with 36 hours per week. The schedule includes every third weekend and every other holiday rotation. The role may involve exposure to hazardous substances, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases, and requires the use of protective equipment as necessary. Physical Abilities Testing may be required. The position typically requires one year of clinical nursing experience. A Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, Basic Life Support certification, and an active RN license or compact privilege to practice in the applicable state(s) are required. A Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing is preferred. Advocate Health offers compensation and benefits that may include paid time off, health and welfare coverage, retirement plans with employer match, family benefits, and educational assistance, subject to eligibility.
Requirements
- Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
- Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where services are provided.
- Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience.
- Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
- Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in computer functions such as email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
- Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
- Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
- Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
- Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
- Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
Responsibilities
- Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
- Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
- Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
- Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
- Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
- Safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
- Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
- Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
- Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
- Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
- Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
- Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
- Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs in accordance with department policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
- Financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Potential shift and on-call premium pay
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
