Registered Nurse - Rapid Response Team2

Advocate Health

1d•$38 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse on the Rapid Response Team provides nursing care in a critical-care setting, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care while involving patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adapts care plans, mobilizes resources, and works with the care team to support patient outcomes and a culture of safety. The role may include administering medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols; maintaining accurate, timely electronic health record documentation; and floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as needed. The nurse contributes to unit councils, professional governance, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice. The position requires ethical practice, effective communication and conflict resolution, appropriate delegation, and ongoing professional development and maintenance of required certifications. The nurse must provide age-appropriate care and understand growth and development across the lifespan. This is a full-time position scheduled for 36 hours per week, with a listed schedule of .9/7p. Previous ICU experience is strongly preferred. The stated pay range is $38.20–$57.30.

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 operating 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 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 and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

Nice To Haves

Previous ICU experience is strongly preferred.
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 care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Continuously 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, make ethical decisions, 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 to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.