Registered Nurse - OR - Evenings

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 49,593 - 76,870; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounted Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem is hiring an RN - Operating Room in Chicago, IL. This full-time role involves utilizing the nursing process to assess and deliver patient care, adhering to current standards. Candidates should have a strong background in nursing, effective communication skills, and current Illinois licensure.

The position supports a range of benefits including premium pay, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth. Weekend and call shifts are a requirement.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of nursing experience preferred.
• Demonstrates mastery of nursing skills.
• American Heart Association CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes nursing process to provide care to patients.
• Maintains competency reflective of current standards.
• Promotes safety measures to prevent injuries.

Skills

Nursing skills

Effective communication

Supervision of nursing personnel

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Current Illinois Nursing licensure

Tools

Epic systems

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$36.00 - $55.80 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: RN - Operating Room
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Full Time
• Hours: M-F; Days (3 am - 11:30 pm) including call requirements

What you will do

• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate the delivery of nursing care to patients and their families.
• Maintains competency reflective of current standards practice.
• Interacts and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
• Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of nursing practice.
• Integrates evidence-based practice and research findings into nursing practice.
• Recognizes and adjusts to situations that vary from the norm.
• Promotes safety measures to prevent patient and staff injuries.
• Guides and supervises staff in the provision of patient care.
• Enhances own professional growth and development.
• Maintains a safe therapeutic working environment and recognizes need for action in emergency situations.
• Documentation is thoroughly and timely completed.
• Assists in positioning and responds to safety of patient.
• Provides for accurate care and handling of specimens.
• Observes, checks and enforces strict standards of asepsis.
• Observes, checks and monitors all equipment used during surgery to confirm that items are functioning properly.
• Document intra operatively in Epic.
• Conducts appropriate surgical counts.
• Selects and handles instruments and supplies used for the operation, passing them to the surgeon.

What you will need

• Two or more years of nursing experience is preferred.
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Demonstrates mastery of nursing skills.
• Communicates effectively and is able to guide and supervise nursing personnel.
• Current Illinois Nursing licensure
• American Heart Association CPR Certification
• ACLS, PALS, NRP may be required within six months depending on the unit requirements

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Discounted Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.