Ortho/Neuro RN – Weekend Shift with Growth & Benefits

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 106,020,096 - 169,632,153; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

401(k) Matching

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Registered Nurse for weekend shifts in Lake Forest, IL. The role emphasizes relationship-based care, thorough patient assessment, and coordination with families and the health care team to ensure safe, high‑quality outcomes.

The RN will perform care planning, education, and discharge planning, while complying with applicable policies and standards. Comprehensive benefits and professional development support are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) is required.
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse license is required.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments with documented outcomes.
• Communicates changes in patient condition promptly to the care team.
• Collaborates with patient, family and health professionals to plan care and discharge needs.
• Performs discharge planning and appropriate referrals.
• Maintains medication reconciliation and patient education at bedside.

Education

BSN

Registered Nurse license (Illinois)

BLS - Basic Life Support

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Registered Nurse for weekend shifts in Lake Forest, IL. The role emphasizes relationship-based care, thorough patient assessment, and coordination with families and the health care team to ensure safe, high‑quality outcomes.

The RN will perform care planning, education, and discharge planning, while complying with applicable policies and standards. Comprehensive benefits and professional development support are provided.