Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg 4W .9 7p

3M HEALTHCARE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Paid Time Off

Retirement plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Christ Medical Center – Med Surg: IU 4 West in Chicago seeks an RN for a full-time role (36 hours/week). The position offers a pay range of $38.20 to $57.30 per hour and eligibility for benefits. Responsibilities include nursing process care, patient/family engagement, and collaborative care with the health team.

Preferred BSN and current RN license with state privileges. BLS required; strong clinical judgment and communication are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
• Certification/Registration/License: BLS; RN license with state privileges.
• Experience: Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: strong clinical judgement, communication, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Engages in unit councils, governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes.
• Uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Monitor patients, adjust care plans, and collaborate with the care team to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain safety culture and document accurately in the EHR.
• May administer medications and treatments per protocols.
• Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, and teamwork; delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development and maintain required certifications.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Computer skills (EHR)

Education

BSN (preferred)

Graduate of approved nursing program

Job description

Department: 34402 Advocate Christ Medical Center – Med Surg: IU 4 West

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours per week: 36

Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

Major Responsibilities

Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence‑based practices. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care. Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes. Upholds and promotes a culture of safety. Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed. May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures. Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation. Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications. Adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision‑making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care. Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (i.e., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants, etc.). Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation. May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education: Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

Certification / Registration / License: Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty. Active registered nurse (RN) multi‑state compact and/or single‑state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services. Note: Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located.

Experience: Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• Time management, prioritization and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E‑mail, electronic records, digital platforms, etc.) clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions. Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines. Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de‑escalation, if needed. May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. Physical Abilities Testing may be required. Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work.

Compensation: Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and more based on a teammate’s job. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Paid Time Off programs, health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave. Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs. Educational Assistance Program. Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.