Inpatient RN - Observation Care (Day Shift)

Northwesternmedicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Staff Nurse Inpatient to provide comprehensive nursing care for acutely ill patients within the hospital setting. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care using the nursing process and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role requires a BSN (or ADN with a commitment to obtain BSN), active RN licensure, and BLS certification. Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS/ENPC, TNCC) are preferred or required within specific

Qualifications

• BSN is required; ADN acceptable with commitment to obtain BSN within three years.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the applicable state.
• BLS certification at hire; ACLS, PALS/ENPC & TNCC within one year (ER and Pediatric ER) and TNCC for Pediatric ER.

Responsibilities

• Collects and analyzes data, identifies outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan and coordinates care.
• Directs care and utilizes any assistants involved in direct patient care.
• Collaborates with patient, family, physicians, and ancillary staff; documents plan of care and communications.
• Participates in shared governance, committee work, and unit projects.
• Evaluates patient responses to nursing interventions and updates care plan accordingly.
• Uses current evidence to guide practice decisions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Analytical abilities

Education

BSN

ADN acceptable with commitment to obtain BSN

RN licensure

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Staff Nurse Inpatient to provide comprehensive nursing care for acutely ill patients within the hospital setting. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care using the nursing process and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role requires a BSN (or ADN with a commitment to obtain BSN), active RN licensure, and BLS certification. Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS/ENPC, TNCC) are preferred or required within specific