Staff Nurse (RN), Adult Emergency Department - Full-Time, Days

About the role

Join the Adult Emergency Department at University of Chicago Medicine, a world-class academic healthcare system. The department features 55 patient care rooms, including a rapid assessment unit, six trauma/resuscitation suites, and specialized rooms for infection isolation, immune-compromised patients, and psychiatric consultations. All 45 general care rooms are equipped with critical care monitoring capabilities, and the six trauma/resuscitation suites are adjacent to the ambulance bay.

The department values nurse involvement in unit-based councils, quality initiatives, staff mentorship, and excellence in compassionate care for a diverse population. This is a 100% onsite position based in the greater Chicagoland area.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes appropriate assessment skills to determine patient needs.
• Develops and implements a plan of care for patients, collaborating with Case Managers as needed.
• Provides input into the development of clinical paths with assigned Case Manager.
• Uses care plans and/or clinical paths in providing patient care.
• Delegates tasks appropriately based on patient needs and staff competencies.
• Competently performs patient care according to hospital policy and nursing practice within clinical specialty.
• Evaluates care given and adjusts the plan of care to meet changing patient needs.
• Documents patient care appropriately in medical records.
• Prepares and administers medication/treatment according to physician’s orders, ensuring patient safety.
• Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to provide patient-centered care.
• Incorporates discharge planning into the clinical pathway or plan of care for smooth transitions.
• Provides cost-effective care through appropriate utilization of time, supplies, and personnel.
• Evaluates patient care interventions and collaborates with the team to make necessary changes.
• Initiates and/or participates in patient care conferences.
• Interacts consistently with patients and families to coordinate the plan of care.
• Promotes and utilizes appropriate patient care protocols for physical, psychosocial, and developmental needs across all age groups.

Requirements

• Graduate of an NLN-accredited School of Nursing with an Associate of Science in Nursing or higher.
• Current Illinois RN license.
• Active BLS Certification.
• SANE-AA or SANE-P Certification: Must be enrolled within 6 months of employment (18 months for new grad RNs). Obtaining and maintaining SANE certification is a condition of employment.

Associate Degree Nurses are required to enroll in a BSN program within six to nine months of hire and complete the degree within 30 months. ADN nurses receive 100% tuition reimbursement for a BSN degree from an accredited program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Emergency Department (ED) experience highly preferred.

Schedule

Full-time, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM shift, with every other weekend required.

Pay

The pay range reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected for the position, based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and current market data. Compensation at hire will vary based on candidate qualifications, experience, and organizational considerations, such as internal equity.

Benefits

UChicago Medicine offers a full complement of benefits for eligible roles. Review the options at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.