RN: Advanced Patient Care, Safety & Collaboration

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

Job summary

Advocate Health in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a registered nurse to support patient care across units. You will apply the nursing process, collaborate with care teams, and engage patients and families throughout the continuum of care.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, safety focus, and documentation in EHR. Requires active RN license, BLS, and at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience; BSN preferred. You may float to other units as needed; fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Illinois (or eligible for licensure).
• BLS certification required; additional certifications based on specialty may be needed.
• 1 year of clinical nursing experience typical for the role.

Responsibilities

• Engages in unit councils and quality initiatives to improve care processes.
• Uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, and collaborates with the team.
• Upholds a culture of safety and ethical decision-making.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation in the EHR.
• May administer medications and therapies per protocols.
• Communicates effectively and delegates appropriately within the team.
• Pursues ongoing professional development and maintains certifications.
• May float to other units as needed within the service area.
• Supports age-specific patient care and growth/development needs.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Board of Nursing approved nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

Advocate Health in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a registered nurse to support patient care across units. You will apply the nursing process, collaborate with care teams, and engage patients and families throughout the continuum of care.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, safety focus, and documentation in EHR. Requires active RN license, BLS, and at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience; BSN preferred. You may float to other units as needed; fast-paced environment.