Temporary Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Vista Health System; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible temporary assignments

Experience in hospital-based and freet

Supportive clinical team

Job summary

Vista Medical Center East & Lindenhurst Free-Standing Emergency Center in Waukegan seeks a Temporary Registered Nurse (RN) for its Emergency Department. This 13-week assignment offers 36 hours per week across day and night shifts, with pay rates of $70/hour days and $75/hour nights.

You will join a fast-paced ED team delivering high-quality care to diverse patients. Qualifications include an ASN/BSN, Illinois RN license, BLS, and strong communication and critical thinking.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (ASN or BSN).
• Current Illinois RN license in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple patients.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for ED patients.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and identify care needs.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments safely and accurately.
• Monitor patient conditions and respond promptly to status changes.
• Provide emergency interventions and support during critical situations.
• Collaborate with physicians and the team to coordinate care and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and follow-up care.
• Document assessments, interventions, and responses in the EMR.
• Adhere to infection prevention and patient safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

ASN or BSN

Illinois RN license

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Temporary Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Vista Medical Center East & Lindenhurst Free-Standing Emergency Center

Location: Waukegan

Employment Type: Temporary - 13 weeks (36 hours per week)

Shift: Various Shifts Available (Days, Nights, Weekends)

Pay: Days - $70/hr, Nights - $75/hr

Make an Immediate Impact in Emergency Care

Vista Medical Center is seeking skilled and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our Emergency Department team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced nurses seeking flexible scheduling, supplemental income, or short-term assignments in a dynamic healthcare environment.

As a Temporary Emergency Department RN, you will provide high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages while collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, patient care technicians, and interdisciplinary team members in a fast-paced emergency setting.

What You'll Do

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for emergency department patients.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and identify patient care needs.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments safely and accurately.
• Monitor patient conditions and respond promptly to changes in status.
• Provide emergency interventions and support during critical situations.
• Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to coordinate care and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the electronic medical record.
• Adhere to infection prevention standards, patient safety initiatives, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote exceptional patient experiences through professional communication and service excellence.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (ASN or BSN).
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple patients effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years Previous Emergency Department experience preferred.
• Experience working in fast-paced acute care environments.
• Familiarity with emergency triage, trauma, and critical care practices.

Required/Obtained Within Designated Timeframes

• ACLS within 90 days
• PALS within 90 days
• NIHSS within 90 days
• CPI Training within 90 days
• FEMA 100 & 200 Certifications within 3 months
• ECRN License within 1 year
• TNCC within 1 year (unless currently certified)

Why Join Vista?

• Flexible temporary assignments.
• Opportunity to work in both hospital-based and free-standing emergency settings.
• Collaborative and supportive clinical team environment.
• Exposure to a diverse patient population across all age groups.
• Meaningful work delivering care when patients need it most.

Physical Requirements

This role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, and continuous movement throughout the shift. Nurses must be able to safely respond to emergency situations, perform patient care activities, and work in an environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases and bloodborne pathogens.

Vista Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.