Night Shift ED Nurse: Critical Care & Growth

AHS Vista LLC; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Vista Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Emergency Department team. You will assess, triage, and treat patients with a wide range of conditions in a fast-paced ED, collaborating with physicians and other staff.

The position offers Night shift options and flexible FTE: Full Time, Part Time, or PRN (PRN requires 2 years ED experience). Current IL RN license and BLS/ACLS/PALS preferred, with 1 year ED/CCU experience.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the State of Illinois (or compact state eligibility).
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (or willingness to obtain within 6 months).
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience (Emergency Department or Critical Care preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assess, triage, and prioritize patient care based on acuity and clinical needs.
• Administer medications, treatments, and procedures according to hospital protocols and physician orders.
• Provide critical interventions for trauma, cardiac, and other life-threatening emergencies.
• Monitor patients' conditions, recognize changes, and respond appropriately.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the EMR.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, paramedics, and other healthcare providers to deliver coordinated patient care.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Uphold patient safety, infection control, and emergency response procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Night shift capability

Education

RN license in Illinois

Job description

Vista Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Emergency Department team. You will assess, triage, and treat patients with a wide range of conditions in a fast-paced ED, collaborating with physicians and other staff.

The position offers Night shift options and flexible FTE: Full Time, Part Time, or PRN (PRN requires 2 years ED experience). Current IL RN license and BLS/ACLS/PALS preferred, with 1 year ED/CCU experience.