Assistant Clinical Manager - Surgical & Trauma Intensive Care (SICU)

120 Advocate North Side Health Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health and welfare benefits

Retirement plans with employer match

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking an Assistant Clinical Manager for the Surgical ICU (SICU). The role provides administrative and clinical leadership across shifts to optimize patient care and resource use.

The position requires an accredited nursing program, IL RN license, BSN, BLS, ACLS, and 3–4 years in critical care with charge nurse experience. Excellent collaboration with physicians and teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program and Illinois RN licensure.
• BSN preferred with current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• 3–4 years of nursing experience in critical care and prior charge nurse work.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager of Clinical Operations in SICU leadership across shifts.
• Plan, coordinate and manage personnel and resources for high‑quality patient care.
• Support staff development and collaborate with physicians and other disciplines.

Skills

Leadership

Charge nurse experience

Critical care experience

Education

BSN

RN license IL

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Department: 34532 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - Critical Care: 6 Tower SICU Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Varies to meet needs of department. M-F with occasional weekend split shift. 8-hour shifts with 11-7p/3-11p start times. Pay Range: $44.15 - $66.25 Assistant Clinical Manager – Surgical ICU (SICU) Chicago, IL (Lakeview Neighborhood) Full time; Mon-Fri with occasional weekend split shift Where You Will Work: SICU is a 20-bed unit that provides nursing care to wide scope of surgical and trauma critical care patient population; including post cardiac surgical cases.

Where You Will Work

SICU is a 20-bed unit that provides nursing care to wide scope of surgical and trauma critical care patient population; including post cardiac surgical cases.

What You'll Do

This position assists the Manager of Clinical Operations in the SICU providing administrative and clinical leadership on all shifts. The Assistant Clinical Manager will help plan, coordinate and manage personnel and resources to provide the highest quality patient care with trained professional and competent staff in the most cost-effective manner. This role will also assist in the provision of ongoing educational and professional development of staff. In conjunction with the manager, the Assistant Clinical Manager will collaborate with physicians and other health care disciplines to assure optimal patient care.

Accountabilities

• Performance of the principle duties and responsibilities of the RN position and serves as a role model for professional practice
• In collaboration with the Manager of Clinical Operations manages patient care delivery to optimize patient outcomes customer satisfaction and efficient resource management
• Promotion and support of an environment that is conducive to staff growth and development and autonomy

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state of Illinois
• Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS
• 3-4 years of nursing experience in Critical Care
• Experience as a charge nurse (1 year)
• Demonstrated leadership skills/experience

About This Location

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center’s history spans 100 years of caring for the community in the heart of Lakeview in Chicago, IL. The hospital is state-of-the-art 397-bed, non-academic teaching hospital. A new tower opened Fall of 2025. Magnet designation for excellence in nursing services from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Accolades

• Level I Trauma Center
• EDAP
• Primary Stroke
• Level III Perinatal
• LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equity
• NAPBC / NAPRC
• CARF
• MBSAQIP

Our Commitment to You

• 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 performanceBenefits 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
• Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care