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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

Chicago Children's Surgery Center
Hiring organization

Your fit

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Original listing

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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?

In Chicago, IL

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

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