RN Assistant Unit Director – Operating Room

Rush Oak Park Hospital; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush Oak Park Hospital in Oak Park, IL is seeking an Assistant Unit Director RN (AUD) for the Operating Room. You will serve as clinical liaison and assist business manager of the unit, supporting patient care operations and outcomes while guiding staff through evidence-based practice.

The role requires a current IL RN license, BSN, optional MSN, and national certification within 12 months. You will lead quality initiatives, manage performance, and collaborate with multiple disciplines to

Qualifications

• Current State of Illinois RN licensure required.
• BSN in nursing required; Master’s degree preferred.
• National Certification required within twelve months of hire.
• Demonstrated progressive, proficient management and leadership skills.
• Ability to use electronic business programs and technology.
• Ability to work in complex departmental systems and programs.

Responsibilities

• Evidence Based Practice
• Utilizes quality monitoring data to assess the effectiveness of clinical processes
• Facilitates unit quality initiatives, research and/or evidence-based activities utilizing best current evidence
• Champions strategies for changing clinician and team behavior to encourage adoption of evidence-based practices
• Provides leadership in the design, implementation and evaluation of process improvement initiatives at the unit and department level
• Advocates enhancing the climate that optimizes the patient and family experience through supportive interactions and staff education

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team coordination

Education

BSN in nursing

MSN preferred

Job description

Rush Oak Park Hospital in Oak Park, IL is seeking an Assistant Unit Director RN (AUD) for the Operating Room. You will serve as clinical liaison and assist business manager of the unit, supporting patient care operations and outcomes while guiding staff through evidence-based practice.

The role requires a current IL RN license, BSN, optional MSN, and national certification within 12 months. You will lead quality initiatives, manage performance, and collaborate with multiple disciplines to