Registered Nurse (RN) - Tele/Observation (8CDU)

Advocate Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Chicago, IL, seeks an experienced RN for Observation/Tele to support both observation and inpatient cardiac and med-surg patients. The role offers a dynamic learning environment, multidisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities for growth within a Magnet‑designated hospital.

As an RN, you will coordinate patient care through the nursing process, apply evidence‑based practice, and uphold safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of practice
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association
• 1+ year inpatient RN experience required

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide comprehensive patient care using the nursing process
• Contribute to a safe, therapeutic environment and guide care across the continuum

Skills

RN license (state)

BLS certification

Inpatient RN experience

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Observation/Tele

Chicago, IL

Where You Will Work:

Our 32-bed unit offers a dynamic learning environment caring for both observation and inpatient patients as well as cardiac and med surg. This mix of patient population allots a varied mix of experiences and allows nurses to continually broaden and strengthen their clinical skills. We serve a diverse patient population and pride ourselves on strong multidisciplinary collaboration and a supportive, team‑focused culture where teammates can thrive. As part of a Magnet‑designated hospital within a strong healthcare system, we combine clinical excellence and professional growth opportunities with a community feel. Nurses are encouraged and supported to advance their skills, explore leadership or clinical excellence pathways, and build long‑term, fulfilling careers.

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
• One year or more of Inpatient RN experience is required

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 Illinois Masonic Medical Center, located on Chicago’s North Side, is one of the state’s largest, most comprehensive nonprofit medical centers. Advocate Illinois Masonic offers a wide range of medical specialties and is nationally recognized for its medical expertise, use of the most innovative technologies and dedication to patient safety, quality and service.

A commitment to community, medical education and ongoing clinical research affirms our mission of providing patients the highest quality care in Chicagoland. A recipient of numerous awards for quality and clinical excellence, Advocate Illinois Masonic has achieved Magnet designation for excellence in nursing services from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care.

At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.

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