Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

36102 Aurora St. Lukes South Shore - Emergency Department

Full time

Yes

36

• PM shift 15-0330
• three nights a week
• weekend and holiday rotation.

Pay Range

$37.50 - $56.25

The amazing team at Southshore’s Community Hospital is an experienced group of caregivers who treat patients with various emergent and critical care needs. This Level IV trauma unit welcomes experienced and strong communicators who are skilled and engaged to provide a compassionate level of patient centered care with collaboration and a commitment to delivery high quality, exceptional care. This high volume, fast-paced unit is needing dynamic teammates like you!

What we offer:

·Up to $10,000 sign on bonus for eligible RN's for Nights

·Up to $7,200 Tuition Reimbursement

·Referral Bonus up to $5,000

·Career Advancement

Schedule

• PM shift 15-0330
• three nights a week
• weekend and holiday rotation.

Why choose Advocate Aurora Health:

Primary Stroke Center

Accredited Geriatric Emergency Department

Modern Healthcare - Top Organization for Diversity

AORN Go Clear Award - Gold Level - Surgical Smoke-Free Recognition Program

Active Professional Governance

Primary Stroke Center

Accredited Geriatric Emergency Department

Modern Healthcare - Top Organization for Diversity

Seramount - Best organization for Multicultural Women

AORN Go Clear Award - Gold Level - Surgical Smoke-Free Recognition Program

Forbes 2024 Best-In-State Employer

1+ year acute RN experienced preferred

Major Responsibilities:

• Patient Care & Assessment: Use the nursing process to assess patient needs, create individualized care plans, implement interventions, and evaluate outcomes. Involve patients and families in care planning and maintain therapeutic relationships.

• Clinical Judgment & Adaptability: Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, adjust care plans as needed, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure patient-centered care.

• Safety & Risk Management: Implement strategies to reduce risk, promote safety, and report safety events promptly. Identify potential hazards and assist in corrective actions.

• Education & Discharge Planning: Assess readiness to learn, tailor education for patients and families, and coordinate discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approach.

• Evidence-Based Practice & Compliance: Apply evidence-based standards and regulatory guidelines in all aspects of care.

• Teamwork & Leadership: Communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, delegate appropriately, and foster collaboration within the care team.

• Ethics & Professionalism: Demonstrate ethical decision-making, respect for peers, and unbiased care delivery. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities.

• Age-Specific Competence: Provide care appropriate to patients’ age and developmental needs, interpreting data to meet individualized requirement

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Education Required:

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in clinical nursing required - Would consider a newly licensed RN with EMT, Paramedic, ED externship experience

  
   

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to:
• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program