Registered Nurse Specialty Float

Ascension; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Well-being support (EAP, counseling,sp

Job summary

Ascension Saint Joseph in Chicago, IL seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for night shift, PRN coverage across ICU, ED, and Telemetry. You will provide expert nursing care, monitor patient status, and execute physician orders with autonomy and compassion.

Requirements include an active RN license and BLS within 30 days of hire, with a Diploma in Nursing from an accredited program. Prior ED/ICU experience is preferred to ensure seamless patient transitions.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required
• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date (AHA/ARC accepted)
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program or equivalent licensure

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert nursing care across ICU, ED, and Telemetry
• Monitor patient changes in real time and implement interventions
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team to ensure safe patient transitions

Skills

Nursing clinical skills

Patient assessment

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Nursing Diploma

Registered Nurse license

Tools

N/A

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Chicago, IL

Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph

Department: Specialty Float

Schedule: Night shift | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Dynamic Clinical Agility: Deliver expert-level nursing care across high-acuity environments, including ICU, ED, and Telemetry. You will adapt seamlessly to diverse patient populations, implementing and monitoring complex care plans while executing physician orders with precision and clinical autonomy.
• Real-Time Assessment & Action: Serve as the critical link in patient safety by monitoring, recording, and communicating rapid changes in patient condition. You'll leverage your specialty expertise to assess needs on the fly and ensure every intervention aligns with the highest standards of evidence-based practice.
• Multidisciplinary Leadership: Act as the central coordinator for the healthcare team, bridging gaps between disciplines to ensure seamless, well-coordinated patient transitions.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preference:

• 1 year ED and ICU RN experience.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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