Clinical Nurse: Lead Care, Safety & Quality

Advocate Health; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care across units. The role emphasizes evidence-based nursing, safety, and patient-family engagement within the continuum of care.

The RN will assess and plan care, monitor patient status, and collaborate with the care team to optimize outcomes. A BSN is preferred, with 1 year of clinical nursing experience and active licensure in the state(s) served. This position requires BLS and strong EHR proficiency.

Qualifications

• RN must graduate from a Board of Nursing approved program.
• Active RN license with state privileges where care is provided.
• BLS certification required; specialty-specific training may be needed.
• Typically 1 year of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Engages in unit councils and quality initiatives to improve care.
• Uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement and evaluate care.
• Monitors patients, adjusts care plans, collaborates with the team.
• Upholds a culture of safety and timely documentation in EHR.
• May administer medications and therapies per protocols.
• Communicates effectively and delegates appropriately.
• Pursues professional development and maintains certifications.
• Complies with ANA Code of Ethics and ethical patient care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

EHR proficiency

Education

Board of Nursing approved program

BSN preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care across units. The role emphasizes evidence-based nursing, safety, and patient-family engagement within the continuum of care.

The RN will assess and plan care, monitor patient status, and collaborate with the care team to optimize outcomes. A BSN is preferred, with 1 year of clinical nursing experience and active licensure in the state(s) served. This position requires BLS and strong EHR proficiency.