BSN-Prepared Registered Nurse Compassionate Care Leader

RiseMe; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Registered Nurse with a BSN to provide relationship-based care under the nurse practice act and hospital policies. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development within Northwestern Medicine's patient-first environment.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop care plans, educate patients, and coordinate discharge planning, while collaborating with the care team to ensure safety and ethical practice.

Qualifications

• BSN required and IL RN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• ADN accepted if BSN pursued within 3 years.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs a comprehensive patient assessment with documented findings.
• Communicates changes in patient condition promptly.
• Develops and updates the plan of care with measurable goals.
• Collaborates with patient, family, and the health care team.
• Assesses discharge needs and coordinates referrals.
• Maintains safe medication administration and patient safety.
• Provides patient education and uses teach-back methods.
• Maintains ethical and professional practice standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse

Tools

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Registered Nurse with a BSN to provide relationship-based care under the nurse practice act and hospital policies. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development within Northwestern Medicine's patient-first environment.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop care plans, educate patients, and coordinate discharge planning, while collaborating with the care team to ensure safety and ethical practice.