Registered Nurse Triage

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL | Facility: Ascension Medical Group | Department: Triage

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Gather critical patient data, including history of current illness, chief complaints, and key symptoms.
• Cross-train to provide competent clinical coverage in both the Coumadin and cardiology clinics as needed.
• Review patient charts and medications to provide concise clinical briefings to providers.
• Act as the primary operational liaison between the call center and the nursing staff.
• Triage urgent patient needs and critical results, collaborating across the medical team to coordinate timely care.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire.
• 3 to 5 years of RN experience in Cardio, ER, Critical Care or Tele.
• Prior Triage experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more.

Pay

$39.75 - $56.11 per hour

Schedule

Day shift | Full-time