Primary Charge RN Inpatient Medical Surgical

OSF HealthCare; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Weekend differential

Benefits package

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

OSF HealthCare seeks a Primary Charge Nurse-Inpatient/ED to oversee nursing staff, ensure safe, high-quality patient care, and lead shift operations in a 24/7 hospital setting. You will direct assignments, mentor team members, and resolve patient care issues while upholding department standards.

The role requires RN licensure with BLS/ACLS/PALS or equivalent certifications, plus strong interpersonal and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Associates in Nursing is required; a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing must be obtained within 3 years of hire.
• RN license with active status is required.
• BLS and ACLS, PALS or other unit-specific certifications are required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct nursing personnel on assigned shifts.
• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and support the unit's standards.
• Lead daily work assignments and serve as a resource on operational issues.
• Demonstrate leadership in a 24/7 hospital inpatient/ED setting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Education

Associates in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

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Pay range for this position is $37.05 - $54.54/hour. Actual pay is based on years of licensure. This is an Hourly position.

**Sign on Bonus eligible – RNs with 2+ years of experience - $10,000 Sign on Bonus with two-year work commitment to I-80 region hospitals SEMC/ Ottawa-Peru/SPMC/SCMC - external candidates**

**$3.25 Weekend Differential**

Comprehensive Benefits Package

BCBS Medical, Dental, Vision, tuition reimbursement for further education, and 401k with $1 per $1 match on first 5% of salary! In addition, OSF Healthcare qualifies for Public Student Loan Forgiveness program!

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Primary Charge Nurse-Inpatient/ED assists in overseeing and directing work of nursing personnel engaging in providing patient/nursing care services on assigned shifts, according to departmental policies and nursing care standards. Demonstrates accountability for ensuring safe, high quality patient care, enhances the patient /family experience, and provides effective leadership contributing to the delivery of the organization's objectives. Determines work priorities, prepares daily work assignments, and serves as a resource person for unit personnel in resolving operational and patient care problems. The RN Hospital Inpatient/ED operates in units that provide 24/7 care in the hospital.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  
  
  
  • Associates in Nursing
  
  
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing must be obtained within 3 years of date of hire into role.
  
  
  
  


• Licenses/Certifications:
  
  
  
  • RN-Registered Nurse
  
  
  • BLS and ACLS, PALS, or other certification as required by unit.
  
  
  
  


• Other skills/knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.


• Experience: 2 years of experience on the unit or similar unit.


• License/Certifications: Certification in area of specialty.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.