Registered Nurse (RN) - Gastroenterology Clinic (Niles)

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Niles, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ambulatory and Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN) is a member of Advocate Health’s Nursing Professional Governance community and provides high-quality, patient-centered care in an ambulatory care setting. The RN uses evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery; collaborates with interdisciplinary teams; advocates for patient needs; and upholds professional practice standards to promote optimal health outcomes.

In the Gastroenterology Clinic, the RN provides and coordinates comprehensive patient care through the nursing process, delivering safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. The role uses evidence-based practice, clinical decision-making, communication skills, and compassion to support a safe patient environment and the best possible patient experience across the continuum of care.

The clinic is an adult specialty practice focused on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the digestive system, pancreas, and liver. Its providers perform specialized procedures at Lutheran General Hospital and contribute to teaching and training programs. The schedule is Monday through Friday, generally 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some days starting as early as 7:00 a.m.

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.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of RN experience is preferred.
• Team-oriented, adaptable, and committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
• Positive attitude, flexibility, and passion for serving patients.

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.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and advocate for patient needs.
• Help create a safe patient environment and provide a positive patient experience across the continuum of care.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Perform nursing procedures and functions, including IV insertion.

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, premium pay for eligible positions, incentive pay for select positions, and potential annual performance-based increases.
• Free parking with close access to the clinic.

What This Job Offers

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