Manager Registered Nurse Operating Room

Ascension; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO) & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Alexian Brothers in Elk Grove Village, IL seeks a Nurse Manager to lead-day operations for a patient care unit. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, staff hiring and development, and ensuring effective delivery of health services.

The position requires an Illinois RN license, BLS, and ALS certifications, plus 3 years of experience with at least 1 year in a leadership capacity. Full-time, day shift available with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license issued by the Illinois Board of Nursing.
• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month of hire date.
• ALS (ACLS or equivalent) obtained within 6 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements for self and unit.
• Hire, train, direct, develop and evaluate staff.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting patient care delivery and implement policies accordingly.
• Monitor budget and approve expenditures to stay within guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Education

IL RN license

BLS certification

ALS certification

Job description

• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements for self and within unit.
• Conducts hiring, training, directing, development and evaluating of staff.
• Identifies and resolves issues affecting the delivery of patient care services for the assigned unit(s). Develops and implements policies and procedures to guarantee efficient and effective delivery of health services in a unit.
• Monitors and adheres to budget. Approves or monitors expenditures, purchases and other actions to ensure compliance with budget guidelines.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
• Facility: Ascension Alexian Brothers
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements for self and within unit.
• Conducts hiring, training, directing, development and evaluating of staff.
• Identifies and resolves issues affecting the delivery of patient care services for the assigned unit(s). Develops and implements policies and procedures to guarantee efficient and effective delivery of health services in a unit.
• Monitors and adheres to budget. Approves or monitors expenditures, purchases and other actions to ensure compliance with budget guidelines.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • One or more of the following:
    • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
    • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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