Inpatient Registered Nurse - Day Shift, Acute Care

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is seeking an inpatient Staff Nurse. The role involves coordinating care for acutely ill patients, developing individualized plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualified candidates hold a BSN, an Illinois RN license, and BLS certification. ADN holders may apply with a plan to complete BSN within three years. Strong interpersonal and analytic skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.
• Strong analytic abilities and critical thinking skills.
• ADN acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN within three years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collects and analyzes data, develops an individualized care plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward outcomes.
• Directs care and determines appropriate utilization of assistants involved in patient care.
• Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and staff; documents plan and communicates for optimal outcomes.
• Participates in shared governance, committee work and unit projects.
• Evaluates patient responses to nursing interventions and updates the care plan accordingly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Analytic abilities

Education

BSN

Illinois RN license

ADN with purpose to complete BSN

Job description

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is seeking an inpatient Staff Nurse. The role involves coordinating care for acutely ill patients, developing individualized plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualified candidates hold a BSN, an Illinois RN license, and BLS certification. ADN holders may apply with a plan to complete BSN within three years. Strong interpersonal and analytic skills are essential.