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Applies knowledge and skills pertaining to all diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment associated with unit patient population. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Eligibility
Graduate Nurse

Posted Sep 2 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
Nights Shift: Night (United States of America)
Unit and setting
Hospital
License
RN or CNA license Registered Nurse (RN) - Required
Term
PermanentFull time

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed, residency program Nurse Residency Program - Illinois Locations
License
Registered Nurse (RN) Registered Nurse (RN) - Required
Certification
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) - Required
Certification
BLS from American Heart Association within 6 months of hireAfter hire · obtained within 6 months of hire BLS from American Heart Association obtained within 6 months of hire
Education
Associate's of Nursing Associate's of Nursing - Required
Experience
New RN graduate or Registered Nurse with < 1-year experience New RN graduate or Registered Nurse with &lt; 1-year experience

Preferred

Certification
Current BLS from American Heart Association Current BLS from American Heart Association [Preferred]
Education
Bachelor's of Nursing Bachelor's of Nursing - Preferred
Experience
Volunteer experience in an acute care setting Volunteer experience in an acute care setting is [Preferred]
Also asks
Knowledge of adult learning principles and education administration processes Knowledge of adult learning principles and education administration processes - Preferred
Also asks
Basic understanding of HTML and SharePoint Basic understanding of HTML and SharePoint - Preferred
Also asks
Familiarity with networking, IT, and computer hardware terminology Familiarity with networking, IT, and computer hardware terminology - Preferred
Also asks
Knowledge of Project Management practices and software (MS Project, or other PM tools) Knowledge of Project Management practices and software (MS Project, or other PM tools) - Preferred
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

    Find residencies
  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

    Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.

    Explore new grad jobs
  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license
Why start this early?

Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.

What it pays

Eligibility
Benefits from Day One
Eligibility
Paid Time Off from Day One

Benefits

  • BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance from Day OneBenefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
  • BenefitsPaid Time Off from Day OnePaid Time Off from Day One
  • Benefits403-B Retirement Plan403-B Retirement Plan
  • Benefits4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
  • BenefitsCareer DevelopmentCareer Development
  • BenefitsWhole Person Well-being ResourcesWhole Person Well-being Resources
More benefits (7)
  • BenefitsMental Health Resources and SupportMental Health Resources and Support
  • BenefitsPet BenefitsPet Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance

The role and schedule

Day to day
apply knowledge of diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment for unit patient population Applies knowledge and skills pertaining to all diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment associated with unit patient population.
Day to day
adhere to regulatory standards, follow infection prevention precautions, and ensure medication safety Adheres to all pertinent regulatory standards, follows strict infection prevention precautions, and ensures medication safety.
Day to day
communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team Communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team.
Day to day
abide by standards and code of ethics, participate in practice changes, process improvement, and required education Abides by nationally recognized standards and code of ethics, participating in practice changes, process improvement initiatives, and completion of all required education.
Day to day
support quality standards and initiatives, exhibiting desire to learn, teach, mentor, and advance skills Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department, exhibiting a desire to learn, teach, mentor, and advance nursing skills.
Day to day
complete timely physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle assessments Completes timely assessments including physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors, such as signs of abuse or neglect.
Day to day
make decisions and implement interventions based on nursing diagnoses and patient needs Makes appropriate decisions and implements interventions based on nursing diagnoses according to patients' actual or potential health conditions or needs.
Day to day
set short and long-range goals, developing and implementing individualized plans of care Sets measurable and achievable short and long-range goals for patients, developing and implementing individualized plans of care.
Day to day
prioritize and complete follow-up assessments, evaluating and modifying plans of care Prioritizes and completes follow-up assessments, evaluating and modifying plans of care as needed.
Day to day
assess and interpret diagnostic data relative to patient age and condition Assesses and interprets diagnostic data relative to patient age and condition, including lab results, non-invasive monitoring data, and interdisciplinary team notes.
Day to day
utilize appropriate techniques and communication suited to patient level of understanding Utilizes appropriate techniques, verbiage, and resources in all interactions with patients to their level of understanding.
Day to day
hourly rounding and communication with patients, families, and visitors Promotes an exceptional patient experience through effective communication with patients, families, and visitors, including hourly rounding.

Support on this unit

The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.

Orientation
Residency program

The workplace

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth
Hospital

You would clock in on Med-Surg with day and night shifts posted and a listed starting rate of $36 an hour.

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What preceptor time and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

Your fit

Original listing

Posted on UChicago Medicine AdventHealth’s careers page.

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Our promise to you

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Address

120 n oak st

City

Hinsdale

State

Illinois

Postal Code

60521

Job Description

Applies knowledge and skills pertaining to all diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment associated with unit patient population. Adheres to all pertinent regulatory standards, follows strict infection prevention precautions, and ensures medication safety. Communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team.

Abides by nationally recognized standards and code of ethics, participating in practice changes, process improvement initiatives, and completion of all required education. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department, exhibiting a desire to learn, teach, mentor, and advance nursing skills. Completes timely assessments including physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors, such as signs of abuse or neglect.

Makes appropriate decisions and implements interventions based on nursing diagnoses according to patients' actual or potential health conditions or needs. Sets measurable and achievable short and long-range goals for patients, developing and implementing individualized plans of care. Prioritizes and completes follow-up assessments, evaluating and modifying plans of care as needed.

Assesses and interprets diagnostic data relative to patient age and condition, including lab results, non-invasive monitoring data, and interdisciplinary team notes. Utilizes appropriate techniques, verbiage, and resources in all interactions with patients to their level of understanding. Promotes an exceptional patient experience through effective communication with patients, families, and visitors, including hourly rounding.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to learn and apply computer-related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices

Organizational and multi-tasking skills

Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures

Ability to work as a team player within a unit

Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills

EKG competency testing (based on facility/unit requirement)

BLS from American Heart Association obtained within 6 months of hire

New RN graduate or Registered Nurse with 1-year experience

Previous work as a CNA, Student Nurse Tech, Triage Tech, or EMT in an acute care setting is preferred but not [Required]

Volunteer experience in an acute care setting is [Preferred]

Current BLS from American Heart Association [Preferred]

Working knowledge of principles of Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Ability to integrate the organizational educational needs into an LMS using industry and evidence-based best practices

Effective computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, OneNote, Snagit, and Visio

Demonstrated project management, collaboration, and customer relation skills

Ability to work in a matrix-management environment to achieve organizational goals

Ability to use tools provided to generate custom reports based on specified business requirements

Solid leadership skills, initiative, and self-direction

Knowledge of adult learning principles and education administration processes - Preferred

Basic understanding of HTML and SharePoint - Preferred

Familiarity with networking, IT, and computer hardware terminology - Preferred

Knowledge of Project Management practices and software (MS Project, or other PM tools) - Preferred

Education

Associate's of Nursing - Required

Bachelor's of Nursing - Preferred

Additional Information

Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse (RN) - Required

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) - Required

Physical

Requirements

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range

$33.94 - $57.08

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

What's around it?

In Hinsdale, IL

Hinsdale, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent
$1,924/mo
Household income
$250,001/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Hinsdale, IL

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