Same-Day Surgery RN — Impactful Care & Career Growth

Northwestern Medicine; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 4,959,000 - 8,045,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Professional development

Wellbeing fund

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Salary increase and incentive bonus

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Same-Day-Surgery unit in Kishwaukee, Illinois. You will perform established nursing care in alignment with hospital standards and collaborate with the care team to ensure safe, high‑quality patient experiences.

The role emphasizes assessment, planning, patient education, discharge planning, and interprofessional collaboration, with opportunities for growth within NM's comprehensive benefits and development programs.

Qualifications

• RN license required in Illinois with BSN preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• ADN acceptable if BSN pursued within 3 years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and educational requirements.
• Develop and update nursing care plans.
• Administer medications and provide patient education.
• Coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Analytical abilities

Education

BSN

Illinois RN license

BLS certification

ADN with BSN plan

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Same-Day-Surgery unit in Kishwaukee, Illinois. You will perform established nursing care in alignment with hospital standards and collaborate with the care team to ensure safe, high‑quality patient experiences.

The role emphasizes assessment, planning, patient education, discharge planning, and interprofessional collaboration, with opportunities for growth within NM's comprehensive benefits and development programs.