Registered Nurse RN - Acute Medical Surgical
About the role
Department: Acute Medical - Surgical. Shift: Full-Time, Days, 12 Hour Shift/ Rotating Weekends & Holidays. Hospital: Holy Family Medical Center- LTACH. Location: Des Plaines, IL 60016. Holy Family Medical Center is known for providing compassionate, patient‑centered care to the Des Plaines community. As an RN here, you’ll be part of a hospital that truly values service, dignity, and teamwork. At Holy Family, compassionate, high‑quality care isn’t just a promise—it’s our purpose. As an RN, you’ll play a vital role in delivering care that truly impacts our community. Our nursing teams work side‑by‑side with physicians, leaders, and interdisciplinary partners who respect your voice, your expertise, and your dedication. Whether you’re a seasoned RN or growing into your next specialty, we support continuous learning, skill development, and long‑term career growth. Newly hired RNs are eligible for up to a $10,000 sign‑on bonus, rewarding you for choosing Holy Family Medical Center and recognizing the value you bring to our patients and team.
Responsibilities
- The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
- Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice.
- The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care within the Medical/Surgical Unit.
- The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients.
- He/She communicates with physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.
- Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.
Qualifications
- Current and valid state RN License.
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.
- Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred