IMCU Registered Nurse: Critical Care

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Registered Nurse with a BSN to join our patient-centered team. You will perform comprehensive assessments, coordinate care, and educate patients to promote safe outcomes. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, family, and nursing staff to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care.

Requirements include an Illinois RN license and a current BLS certification. ADN holders can apply with a commitment to obtain BSN within three years; on-site responsibilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required.
• Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills are essential.
• Ability to collaborate with others and strong analytic abilities.
• ADN is acceptable with plan to obtain BSN within three years.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive patient assessment and documents findings.
• Communicates changes in patient condition promptly to the team.
• Develops and updates the plan of care with measurable goals.
• Identifies patient needs and coordinates discharge planning and referrals.
• Ensures safe medication administration and patient education.
• Participates in unit safety, quality initiatives and huddles.
• Mentors staff and collaborates with physicians and care teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to collaborate

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Illinois RN license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Associate Degree Nursing acceptable with commitment to obtain BSN within three years

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Registered Nurse with a BSN to join our patient-centered team. You will perform comprehensive assessments, coordinate care, and educate patients to promote safe outcomes. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, family, and nursing staff to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care.

Requirements include an Illinois RN license and a current BLS certification. ADN holders can apply with a commitment to obtain BSN within three years; on-site responsibilities