Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre/Post

Advocate Health • Chicago, IL

4d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides pre- and post-surgical nursing care at Advocate Trinity Hospital. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, coordinates resources, and collaborates with the care team to support patient outcomes and safety. The position may involve administering medications, treatments, and therapies; delegating appropriately; maintaining timely and accurate electronic health record documentation; and floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities in the designated service area as needed.

The nurse contributes to unit councils, professional governance, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice. The role calls for effective communication, collaboration, feedback, conflict resolution, ethical decision-making, and respect for interdisciplinary roles. The nurse must provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, complete required education, pursue professional development, and maintain applicable certifications.

This is a part-time position with variable start times depending on census. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The work includes frequent physical activity and may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective equipment must be worn as needed.

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) multistate compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state or states 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 and tools such as 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 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 or unit conditions.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• Additional department-specific physical requirements may apply.

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 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 and take action as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and 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.
• Follow 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, following departmental 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 and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, with premium pay for eligible shifts, on-call work, and other circumstances; incentive pay for select positions; and the opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
• Career development programs and well-being programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed