Registered Nurse Benefited Float Full Time Nights 12 Hour Shifts

Northwestern Medicine; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of employee benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility for some candidates

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Wheaton, Illinois, is hiring for a nursing role that involves providing complete patient care through assessment, planning, and implementation within a 12-hour shift structure. This position requires a current Illinois RN license, BLS CPR certification, and at least an ADN.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills and communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams. A competitive benefits package is available, enhancing both physical and emotional well-being for employees.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois RN license is required.
• BLS CPR certification through the American Heart Association is necessary.
• ADN or higher nursing degree (i.e. BSN) or signed learning agreement required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the complete nursing process including assessment and documentation.
• Utilizes the nursing process to provide coordinated patient care.
• Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective and efficient performance in stressful situations

Strong written communication skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Education

Current Illinois RN license

BLS CPR certification

ADN or higher nursing degree

Job description

Description

12‑hour shifts

0.9FTE

Responsible for the complete nursing process, which includes assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, teaching, evaluation and documentation of patient care from a patient’s admission through discharge. Integrates contributions of interdisciplinary team to assure best possible outcomes are achieved. Supervises and maintains a professional relationship with licensed and unlicensed assistive personnel. Clinical Practice: Utilizes the nursing process to provide coordinated patient care. Delivers holistic care by demonstrating involvement of the patient and their family in a plan of care that is culturally sensitive. Adheres to hospital and nursing department philosophies and policies. Utilizes the documentation system to accurately reflect patient care planned for and delivered, as per policy and protocol. Applies current technology, competencies and theory in the delivery of care. Utilizes the documentation system to accurately reflect interventions delivered as per policy and procedure.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Illinois RN license.
• BLS CPR certification through American Heart Association.
• ADN or higher nursing degree (i.e. BSN) or signed learning agreement required upon hire.
• Analytical skills necessary to assess a patient’s condition and utilize the nursing process and professional judgment in providing comprehensive patient care.
• Ability to interact with patients, families, medical personnel and other members of the health care team.
• Ability to perform effectively and efficiently in stressful, urgent situations.
• Cognizant of customer needs related to culture, age, developmental level and diagnoses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous rehabilitation nursing work experience.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.