Registered Nurse (RN) - Short Stay Unit2

Advocate Health

5d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in the Short Stay Unit (SSU), a 35-bed, fast-paced cardiac telemetry observation department comprising two separately staffed units. The SSU helps offload the emergency department, and nurses work alongside physicians to make clinical decisions about evolving plans of care. The unit serves a diverse patient population and collaborates closely with cardiologists and multidisciplinary care teams to provide safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.

The staffing model includes registered nurses providing direct care, nursing assistants supporting daily patient needs, RN leads providing clinical leadership, a Nursing Professional Development Specialist supporting education and competency, and a Unit Manager overseeing operations and team support. The environment emphasizes teamwork, professional development, continuous learning, and evidence-based practice.

The RN provides and coordinates comprehensive patient care through the nursing process, following established standards, policies, and procedures. The role uses evidence-based practice, clinical decision-making, compassionate care, and communication to promote patient safety and a positive patient experience across the continuum of care. The position is full-time, with a schedule of 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. and 36 hours per week.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process.
• Deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Use evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making in patient care.
• Communicate and collaborate with physicians, cardiologists, and multidisciplinary care teams about patient care and evolving plans.
• Lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum of care.

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 and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Shift, on-call, and other premium pay may be available based on the position.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree