Registered Nurse (RN) - 2N Cardiac Tele

Advocate Health•Chicago, IL

3d•$38 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the 2N Cardiac Tele unit at Advocate Trinity Hospital. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate patient care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes while promoting a culture of safety and using evidence-based practices. The nurse supports unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives; may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols; and maintains accurate, timely electronic health record documentation. The role includes effective communication, feedback, conflict resolution, collaboration, and appropriate delegation. The nurse follows the ANA Code of Ethics, respects interdisciplinary roles, pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications. The position may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs and developmental stages. This is a full-time position at 36 hours per week, scheduled for 72 hours biweekly and every other weekend. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. Physical requirements include frequent movement and lifting, patient handling and transfers, use of fine motor skills, and the ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions. The nurse may be exposed to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases, requiring protective equipment as appropriate.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing 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 with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push and 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, with 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, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate 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.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes continuously and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster 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 electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs and demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the life span.