Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Lead 9s Telemetry

Advocate Health; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Clinical Lead RN for the 9 South Telemetry unit, delivering expert cardiac care and leading a skilled team in a 44-bed unit.

You will coordinate patient care, mentor staff, and collaborate with cardiologists to ensure safety and optimal outcomes for cardiovascular patients.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program and RN license in the practicing state.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required.
• Experience in telemetry or cardiac care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate nursing care on the 9 South Telemetry unit with a 3-4:1 nurse-to-patient ratio.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

Cardiac care

Leadership

Clinical coordination

Evidence-based practice

Education

RN license (state)

BLS certification

Job description

Clinical Lead RN 9 S Telemetry .9/7p

The 9 South Cardiac Telemetry Unit is a specialized 44-bed department dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients with cardiovascular conditions. We care for individuals experiencing heart rhythm abnormalities, blood pressure irregularities, chest pain, and those recovering from cardiac procedures such as cardiac catheterizations and ablations.

With a 3-4:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, our team ensures personalized attention and continuous cardiac monitoring using advanced telemetry technology. Nurses in this department play a critical role in early detection of cardiac changes, rapid intervention, and patient education to promote recovery and prevent complications.

Our staffing model is designed to support excellence in care and professional growth, including:

• Registered Nurses (RNs) providing direct patient care
• Nursing Assistants supporting daily patient needs
• RN Leads offering clinical leadership and guidance
• Nursing Professional Development Specialist fostering education and competency
• Unit Manager ensuring operational efficiency and team support

We pride ourselves on a collaborative, patient-centered approach, working closely with cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality care. Our environment promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and the use of evidence-based practices to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.

We’re Looking For:

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association

What You’ll Do:

• As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.

Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

About This Location:

Advocate Christ Medical Center is part of Advocate Health Care, one of the nation’s leading health care networks. A nonprofit, 788-bed, premier teaching institution with more than 1,500affiliated physicians, Christ Medical Center is one of the major referral hospitals in the Midwest for a number of specialties, including cancer care; cardiovascular services; heart and kidney transplantation; neurosciences; orthopedics; and women’s health.

The hospital provides emergency care for more than105,000 patient visits annually and has one of the busiest Level I trauma centers in Illinois.

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