Registered Nurse Medical Surgical

Ascension; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension Saint Joseph in Chicago seeks an experienced registered nurse to deliver direct nursing care on a medical-surgical unit, following physician orders and evidence-based plans. You will monitor patient conditions, document changes, and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams to maintain high-quality outcomes.

You will also lead discharge planning from admission to transition, collaborating with case management to optimize patient results and ensure a seamless patient experience in a

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in Illinois.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• Nursing diploma from an accredited program or equivalent licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care on a medical-surgical unit per physician orders and care plans.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Plan and coordinate discharge needs from admission through transition with case management.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certified

Direct patient care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Nursing diploma

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

• Deliver comprehensive direct nursing care on a medical-surgical unit by executing physician orders, implementing evidence-based care plans, and precisely monitoring and documenting acute changes in patient conditions.
• Serve as the primary clinical coordinator across multidisciplinary healthcare teams to streamline communication, manage complex treatment plans, and ensure well-coordinated, high-quality patient care.
• Proactively assess, manage, and coordinate comprehensive patient discharge planning needs from admission to transition, collaborating closely with case management and the healthcare team to optimize outcomes.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph
• Department: Medical Surgical
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver comprehensive direct nursing care on a medical-surgical unit by executing physician orders, implementing evidence-based care plans, and precisely monitoring and documenting acute changes in patient conditions.
• Serve as the primary clinical coordinator across multidisciplinary healthcare teams to streamline communication, manage complex treatment plans, and ensure well-coordinated, high-quality patient care.
• Proactively assess, manage, and coordinate comprehensive patient discharge planning needs from admission to transition, collaborating closely with case management and the healthcare team to optimize outcomes.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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