Registered Nurse - CDU

Rush Copley Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush Copley Medical Center is hiring a Registered Nurse for its Clinical Decision Unit in Aurora, IL. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, focusing on observation-status patients and timely interventions within a patient-centered, compassionate framework.

The role requires IL RN licensure, CPR, and ACLS for critical care areas, with a BSN due within five years. Candidates should have at least one year of hospital experience and a commitment to patient safety and professional

Qualifications

• Current IL RN licensure is required.
• American Heart Association CPR certification is required.
• ACLS certification is required in all Critical Care/ER areas.
• Minimum of 1 year hospital experience is required.
• BSN degree, if not already obtained, must be completed within 5 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient status and care goals.
• Provide compassionate, professional care following the Caring Model.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective interventions.
• Monitor observation-status patients and support timely decision-making and patient outcomes.

Skills

CPR

ACLS

Patient care

Education

Illinois RN Licensure

BSN (within 5 years)

Job description

Join our extraordinary team at RUSH Copley Medical Center's new, cutting-edge 20-bed Clinical Decision Unit! Experience the thrill of delivering exceptional care in a state-of-the-art facility, equipped with the latest technology and a patient-centric approach. Collaborate with renowned healthcare professionals, expand your skills, and make a real impact on patient outcomes. From complex cases to post-surgical recovery, you'll play a pivotal role in monitoring, assessing, and implementing timely interventions for Observation status patients. We value compassion, provide comprehensive training, and offer endless opportunities for professional growth. Join our RUSH family, celebrate diversity, and be part of a revolution in healthcare delivery.

Position Summary

The registered nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patients' status, plan of care, and goal achievement. Care is provided in a compassionate, professional, ethical, and knowledgeable fashion based on the Caring Model, exemplifies the mission, vision and values of Rush Copley, and is in accordance with policies and procedures. The registered nurse is expected to uphold the most ethical and safe processes while keeping the care of the patient as a top priority. The position works closely with the entire multidisciplinary team and must have a complete understanding of own limitations and, in turn, seek advice, judgment and support of others, when necessary.

Position Requirements

• Current IL RN Licensure
• American Heart Association CPR required.
• ACLS required in all Critical Care/ER areas.
• Minimum of 1 year of hospital experience required.
• BSN degree, if not already obtained, required within 5 years of hire.

RUSH salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects RUSH’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Benefits can be found here