Registered Nurse
Chicago Children's Surgery Center
Chicago, Illinois
Our center exists to make an often-overwhelming experience feel as smooth and supportive as possible - and we’re looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) who shares that vision.
Posted Sep 11
- Shift and hours
- Day shift, weekdays only Shift: Day shift (weekdays only; no nights, no weekends)
- Unit and setting
- PACU We are a mission-driven team focused on creating a comforting environment for children and families navigating outpatient dental surgery.pediatric outpatient dental surgery patients
- License
- RN license Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.RN license in Illinois
- Term
- Permanent PRN
Do you qualify?
- License
- RN license in Illinois Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois. Check your license
- Certification
- BLS Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (required).
- Certification
- ACLS
- Certification
- PALS
- Experience
- minimum 2 years of experience in pediatric dental, PACU, PICU, or ICU settings Minimum 2 years of experience in pediatric dental, PACU, PICU, or ICU settings.
- Experience
- pediatric dental, PACU, PICU, or ICU experience
- Also asks
- experience with EMR systems and familiarity with regulatory and accreditation standards in surgical settings Experience with EMR systems and familiarity with regulatory and accreditation standards in surgical settings.
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- Pays above most Chicago staff RN rolesChicago staff RN postings that state pay run $35/hr to $47/hr, the middle half $35/hr to $41/hr, across 225 postings.
- Tuition assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Benefits
- Benefits401(k) matching401(k) matching
- Benefitsdental insuranceDental insurance
- Benefitshealth insuranceHealth insurance
- Benefitslife insuranceLife insurance
- Benefitspaid time offPaid time off
- Benefitsvision insuranceVision insurance
- Benefitsparental leaveParental leave
- Benefitstuition reimbursementTuition reimbursement
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- support children and families before, during, and after outpatient procedures Support children and families before, during, and after outpatient procedures, helping to reduce fear and foster trust.
- Day to day
- conduct thorough pre-operative assessments and provide clear education Conduct thorough pre-operative assessments and provide clear, compassionate education.
- Day to day
- monitor patients during surgery Monitor patients with attentiveness and precision during surgery, focusing on safety, comfort, and emotional well-being.
- Day to day
- offer post-operative care and discharge education to families Offer thoughtful post-operative care, ensuring smooth recovery and empowering families with the knowledge they need to continue care at home.
- Day to day
- collaborate with multidisciplinary team Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, coordinated care.
- Day to day
- document care accurately and contribute to quality improvements Document care accurately and contribute to ongoing quality improvements.
- Day to day
- participate in continuous learning and improvement Participate in our culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Charting
- EMR systems
- Hours stated
- Day shift (weekdays only; no nights, no weekends)
- Weekends
- no weekends Shift: Day shift (weekdays only; no nights, no weekends)
- Employment
- Full Time Job Type: Full Time
- Details
- in-person, outpatient surgical center Work Setting: In-person, outpatient surgical center
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
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- Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Location: Chicago, IL
- Organization: Chicago Children’s Surgery Center
At Chicago Children’s Surgery Center , we believe every child deserves a safe, compassionate, and dignified surgical experience. We are a mission-driven team focused on creating a comforting environment for children and families navigating outpatient dental surgery. Our center exists to make an often-overwhelming experience feel as smooth and supportive as possible — and we’re looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) who shares that vision.
We are seeking an RN with pediatric dental, PACU, PICU, or ICU experience who is not only clinically skilled, but deeply committed to patient- and family-centered care. This PRN role offers flexibility while allowing you to make a meaningful impact as part of a team that’s transforming pediatric surgical care through empathy, excellence, and collaboration.
Your Impact
As a valued member of our care team, you will
- Support children and families before, during, and after outpatient procedures, helping to reduce fear and foster trust.
- Conduct thorough pre-operative assessments and provide clear, compassionate education.
- Monitor patients with attentiveness and precision during surgery, focusing on safety, comfort, and emotional well-being.
- Offer thoughtful post-operative care, ensuring smooth recovery and empowering families with the knowledge they need to continue care at home.
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, coordinated care.
- Document care accurately and contribute to ongoing quality improvements.
- Participate in our culture of continuous learning and improvement.
What You Bring
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in pediatric dental, PACU, PICU, or ICU settings.
Certifications
BLS, ACLS, and PALS (required).
- A heart for pediatric care and a commitment to compassionate service.
- Strong clinical judgment and a calm, clear approach to communication.
- Experience with EMR systems and familiarity with regulatory and accreditation standards in surgical settings.
Why Join Us
Chicago Children’s Surgery Center is more than a workplace — it’s a place where your skills and compassion change lives every day. We offer:
- A mission-first culture built on empathy, safety, and teamwork.
- Competitive hourly pay: $40–$50/hour.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re a nurse who finds purpose in service and wants to bring warmth and skill to families during their most vulnerable moments, we want to hear from you. Apply today with your resume — and help us create brighter experiences for children, one smile at a time.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Setting: In-person, outpatient surgical center
- Shift: Day shift (weekdays only; no nights, no weekends)
- Work Location: In person
- Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
What's around it?
Chicago, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 4% above the US average
- Median rent
- $1,440/mo
- Household income
- $77,902/yr, all local households, not nurse pay