Surgery Staff Nurse - Day Shift (Full-Time)

Northwestern Medicine; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Staff Nurse in Illinois to provide direct patient care to acutely ill patients, coordinate care through the nursing process, and participate in phone triage and interpretation of abnormal test results.

The role emphasizes adherence to professional nursing standards, collaboration with the health team, and ongoing education for patients and families. Hours typically include day shifts with varying start times.

Qualifications

• Current RN license for the state of employment.
• CPR – Basic Life Support certification.
• Experience within past five years or new nursing graduate within past two years.
• BSN preferred.
• One year experience in a pertinent clinical specialty preferred.
• Proficiency in a second language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs all aspects of patient care using evidence-based practice to optimize safety and reduce errors.
• Administers medications based on patient age and clinical condition, following six rights.
• Love rationale for clinical decisions based on critical thinking.

Skills

CPR – Basic Life Support

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Staff Nurse in Illinois to provide direct patient care to acutely ill patients, coordinate care through the nursing process, and participate in phone triage and interpretation of abnormal test results.

The role emphasizes adherence to professional nursing standards, collaboration with the health team, and ongoing education for patients and families. Hours typically include day shifts with varying start times.