Specialty RN, Neurodevelopmental Sub-Unit Inpatient Psych

Lurie Children's; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company2%

Paid PTO and holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for IPU-B, a neurodevelopmental inpatient unit serving children and adolescents with ASD and related conditions in crisis.

The role emphasizes safe, structured, therapeutic care and family involvement. Qualified candidates hold a BSN (or ASN with commitment to complete BSN in 12 months), current Illinois RN license, BLS, and preferably pediatric or behavioral health experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Nursing required; Associates may be considered with plan to pursue BSN within 1 year
• Strong communication with patients, families and healthcare team is essential
• Pediatric and psych experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs nursing assessments using established tools and area-specific plans of care
• Develops and updates care plans with family input; documents changes
• Delivers patient/family teaching and supports learning needs
• Coordinates with multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective care
• Maintains current nursing practice and contributes to quality initiatives

Skills

Communication skills

Pediatric experience

Psych experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Associates Degree in Nursing

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.**Location**Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago**Job Description**The Registered Nurse will serve as a designated staff member for IPU-B, a specialized neurodevelopmental inpatient unit designed to provide care for children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders and differences, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), who are experiencing a mental health or behavioral health crisis. The Registered Nurse will support a safe, therapeutic, and structured milieu tailored to the unique developmental and behavioral needs of this patient population.**Job Duties:**Performs nursing assessments utilizing a variety of assessment methods and/or area-specific tools.Develops or individualizes existing plans of care and develops goals relative to family needs. Evaluates and documents changes to the plan.Develops or individualizes teaching plans/protocols to meet patient and family learning needs. Identifies patient preferences and needs including motivation to learn. Evaluates and documents changes to the plan.Performs nursing care according to procedures/protocols. Anticipates impending emergent situations and intervenes effectively.Communicates with the family and members of the multidisciplinary team to identify health care needs. Communicates changes in patient status. Utilizes appropriate resources for referral or consultations.Keeps up to date in nursing practice by utilizing current nursing and healthcare literature for information and problem solving.Incorporates current hospital and departmental quality initiatives into daily activities.Adheres to communication, service excellence and professional image standards that support the hospital mission and philosophy.Works cooperatively as a team member to foster achievement of unit/hospital goals.Identifies learning needs and seeks resources to advance nursing practice and achieve professional goals.Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.**Minimum Qualifications:**Minimum of a bachelor's degree in nursing required. Associates degree in nursing may be considered with equivalent experience in lieu of BSN as long as candidate agrees to return for BSN within 1 year of hire.Current licensure as a registered nurse, active and in good standing, in the State of Illinois.Basic Life Support certification through America Heart Association.Ability to effectively communicate with patient/families, physicians and hospital staff.Pediatric experience preferred.Psych experience strongly preferred...Lurie Children's will consider visa sponsorship of qualified candidates for the registered nurse role, subject to all applicable law as well as business and budgetary limitations.**Education**Bachelor's Degree: Nursing (Required)**Pay Range**$39.00-$64.35 HourlyAt Lurie Children's, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children's offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following to learn more about our benefits.**Benefit Statement****For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:**Medical, dental and vision insuranceEmployer paid group term life and disabilityEmployer contribution toward Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave403(b) with a 5% employer matchVarious voluntary benefits:* Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability* Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage* Tuition assistance* Student loan servicing and support* Adoption benefits* Backup Childcare and Eldercare* Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members* Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities* Discount purchasing program**There's a Place for You with Us**At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively \"Lurie Children's\"), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints - recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact:**AI Notice**Lurie Children's utilizes certain AI-enabled features within our recruiting platform to support candidate engagement and assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing applicants whose experience aligns with job requirements. 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