Registered Nurse PCU Nights

adventhealth; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave (4 weeks) per policy

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in La Grange, IL, is hiring a Registered Nurse for the night shift. The role involves direct patient care, medication administration, and critical collaboration with the care team to deliver safe, high-quality, whole-person care.

Minimum ADN required; BSN preferred, and BLS CPR certification is expected. Starting pay is $37.50/hr with a full-time schedule (36 hours/week) and rotating weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure (state of Illinois) and BLS CPR certification.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Demonstrates strong patient-care, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Ensures accurate handoff communication and documentation.
• Promotes patient safety and comfort through evidence-based nursing care.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.
• Supports care team to provide timely, whole-person care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Address:

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD

City:

LA GRANGE

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60525

Job Description:

• Starting pay at $37.50/hr
• Schedule: 36 hours/week; Nights 6:45pm - 7:15am, w/rotating weekends and holidays
• Grow with us. Eligible clinicians have the opportunity to earn salary increases of up to 20%* through our Clinical Ladder Program based on experience, professional development, and achievement of advancement criteria. Clinical Ladder participation is voluntary. Salary adjustments are determined by program eligibility, advancement level, and organizational guidelines.

• Ensure appropriate use and stewardship of medical supplies and equipment to support patient safety and operational efficiency.
• Ensures safe and effective handoff communication and documentation.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand hygiene according to policy and enforces safety regulations.
• Promotes a positive patient experience by demonstrating caring behaviors, maintaining clear communication, and collaborating with the care team to provide safe, timely, and effective whole-person care.
• Exemplifies AdventHealth's core values of Keep Me Safe, Make It Easy, Love Me, and Own It through behavior.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills appropriate to patient's level of care
• Collects and documents patient health data systematically and timely.
• Conducts thorough, ongoing assessments of patients, analyzes assessment data and develops individualized, evidenced based plans of care
• Implements interventions from the plan of care timely, safely, and appropriately, documenting actions taken.
• Collaborates and promotes timely patient placement by following hospital policy for patient admission, discharge, and transfer.
• Participates in peer interviewing as needed.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and staff, maintaining professional relationships and promoting a negative environment.
• Educates patients and families on health conditions, procedures, and care plans, ensuring understanding and compliance based on assessed needs.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies ensuring legal and ethical practice.
• Participates in initiatives related to quality, safety, effectiveness, efficiency, and impact on practice in the delivery of nursing services.
• Serves as a patient advocate, ensuring patient rights and needs are respected and addressed.

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• Previous Experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$33.94 - $57.08

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.