Registered Nurse-Emergency Services Full Time Nights Sign On Bonus Eligible

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Grayslake, IL

2d • $35 - $55

About The Position

The Registered Nurse BSN embodies the attributes of the Relationship Based Care model and performs the core functions of the Professional Practice Model. Under department leadership, the nurse consistently reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values; adheres to the State of Illinois Nurse Practice Act, the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program; and complies with applicable policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards.

The role provides and coordinates patient care, performs assessments, develops and evaluates care plans, supports patient and family education, implements evidence-based nursing interventions, and promotes a safe healing environment. The nurse also collaborates with colleagues and other hospital services, may oversee support staff and coordinate unit care when assigned, uses clinical technology and documentation systems, and maintains professional development and practice standards.

This is a full-time night position, 36 hours per week (0.9 FTE). The posting lists a $3,000 sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility restrictions: internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within one year are generally ineligible, with an exception for eligible new-graduate internal RNs seeking their first nursing position. Compensation is $34.50–$55.20 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). An Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is acceptable with a commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of the first day of employment in a clinical nurse role.
• Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with others.
• Strong analytic abilities.

Nice To Haves

• National certification in the area of specialty.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document comprehensive assessments of assigned patients and promptly communicate changes in their condition.
• Use assessment data and appropriate nursing diagnoses to identify and prioritize patient needs, establish measurable goals, and modify plans of care as needed.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and the health care team in planning and documenting care; assess discharge needs and make appropriate referrals, including palliative care when appropriate.
• Evaluate and document patient responses to nursing interventions and adjust the plan of care accordingly.
• Complete discharge instructions and medication reconciliation, and provide patients and families information about the patient portal and other relevant resources.
• Assess patient and family education needs, readiness, and learning level; document education and use teach-back, Krames materials, and CultureVision resources as appropriate.
• Treat patients, families, and staff with respect and dignity; acknowledge significant others’ contributions and adhere to ethical standards, requesting an ethics consult when appropriate.
• Implement nursing interventions consistent with the plan of care and evidence-based practice; use reliable evidence resources and participate in clinical LADDER projects or improvement activities.
• Administer medications safely using bar coding; protect patient health, safety, and rights; provide complete handoffs; round hourly with the patient care technician; and participate in huddles and safety and quality initiatives.
• Help prevent pressure ulcers, falls, CAUTI and central-line infections as appropriate to the area of practice, and contribute to unit and organizational quality metrics.
• Oversee and direct patient-care or support technicians while retaining accountability for assigned patients; lead effectively, address conflict appropriately, and take the clinical lead when a patient’s condition changes.
• When assigned, perform charge nurse or preceptor duties, coordinate care for the unit, serve as a resource and role model, and assist with orientation and mentoring.
• Collaborate with hospital services, identify barriers to effective clinical practice, and communicate them to nursing leadership and the practice operations council.
• Ensure appropriate level-of-care orders are documented, adhere to supply charging practices, participate in value-based initiatives, and demonstrate commitment to reducing overtime utilization.
• Complete electronic and paper documentation; use Alaris pump guardrails, physiologic monitoring, and the bed management system; identify potential technologies and participate in medical-record optimization activities as requested.
• Attend internal professional development offerings, obtain certification in the nursing specialty of practice, maintain professional competencies and required learning, adhere to dress code, participate in professional organizations, and take assigned lunch breaks.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness.
• 401(k) matching.
• Lifecycle benefits.
• A wide range of benefits intended to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events.
• $3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level