Registered Nurse CDH ED Full-time Nights Sign-on Bonus

Northwestern Medicine; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Illinois is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for night shifts in the Emergency Department. This role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus to external candidates with 1+ year of RN experience. Responsibilities include assessing and coordinating care for acutely ill patients and collaborating with medical teams to enhance patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will possess a BSN, a current Illinois RN license, and strong interpersonal skills. Join us in making a positive impact on healthcare.

Qualifications

• 1 year of RN experience required for sign-on bonus qualification.
• Experience in specific clinical area preferred.
• Commitment to obtain a BSN if currently holding an ADN.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate.
• ADN with commitment to obtain BSN within three years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collects and analyzes data to develop individualized care plans.
• Directs care and utilizes assistants for patient care.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Participates in shared governance and committee work.
• Documents patient responses and individualizes care plans.
• Uses evidence-based practice to guide decisions.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to collaborate with others

Strong analytic abilities

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Analytic abilities

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Associate Degree Nursing (ADN)

Job description

Registered Nurse CDH ED Full-time Nights Sign-on Bonus

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient‑first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits, from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits—our goal is to take care of our employees.

Job Description

$3,000 sign‑on bonus. External candidates must have at least 1 year of RN experience in order to qualify for the sign‑on bonus.

The Staff Nurse Inpatient reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and other regulatory and accreditation standards.

A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.
• Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care.
• Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creates a documented plan, focused on outcomes and decisions related to the care and delivery of services that indicates communications with patients, families, and others.
• Participates in shared governance, committee work, and unit projects.
• Evaluates and documents the patient’s responses to nursing interventions in the health record and properly individualizes the plan of care based on the evaluation of findings.
• Utilizes the best available evidence, including research findings, to guide practice decisions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate with others
• Strong analytic abilities
• Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in a clinical nurse role.

Preferred:

• Experience in specific clinical area
• Additional preferences for the Emergency Room and the Pediatric Emergency Room
• Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS)
• Emergency Communications Registered Nurse
• Certified Pediatric Nurse
• Certified Emergency Nurse

Additional Information

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 on the job family.