Emergency Department RN – Night PRN

AdventHealth; Western Springs (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in La Grange, IL seeks a Registered Nurse for PRN night shifts to perform comprehensive clinical assessments, develop individualized care plans, and coordinate multidisciplinary care to support patient well-being.

You will monitor progress, document accurately, administer medications safely, educate families, and supervise nursing staff to ensure high-quality care and smooth discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Emergency department skills defined by the unit are required.
• High-level abstract reasoning to assess patients and revise plans as needed.
• Basic computer skills and Windows-based programs proficiency.
• Proven proficiency in acute-care nursing and related knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to evaluate patients' physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessment findings and patient needs.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care by facilitating collaboration among healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and therapists.
• Monitor patient progress, regularly review, and adjust care plans based on patient responses and outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure everyone is informed and involved in the care process.
• Document patient information accurately, including assessments, care plans, interventions, and outcomes in the patient's medical record.
• Administer medications and treatments safely, ensuring adherence to protocols and patient safety.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans to promote understanding and compliance.
• Supervise and direct the activities of nursing and support staff, ensuring adherence to care standards and evaluating performance.
• Evaluate discharge planning needs and coordinate patients' discharge requirements for smooth transitions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Address and resolve issues related to patient care, staffing, and resource allocation, implementing solutions to improve processes and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Abstract reasoning

Computer skills

Acute-care nursing

Prioritization

Decision making

Stress management

Independent discretion

Team coordination

Fluent English

Education

Associate's of Nursing

Bachelor's of Nursing

Job description

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in La Grange, IL seeks a Registered Nurse for PRN night shifts to perform comprehensive clinical assessments, develop individualized care plans, and coordinate multidisciplinary care to support patient well-being.

You will monitor progress, document accurately, administer medications safely, educate families, and supervise nursing staff to ensure high-quality care and smooth discharge planning.