Job Description
Join our award-winning team at Chicago General Hospital as a Registered Nurse in our high-acuity Emergency Department. We're seeking compassionate professionals to deliver exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits including tuition reimbursement and professional development stipends. Our commitment to innovation in patient care has earned us Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in emergency trauma cases with rapid assessment and intervention
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans
- Administer medications and treatments per established protocols
- Document patient encounters accurately in Epic EHR system
- Educate patients and families on discharge instructions and preventive care
- Maintain strict compliance with OSHA and HIPAA regulations
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and emergency response drills
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Illinois (IL RN)
- BSN degree required (ADN candidates with 3+ years ED experience considered)
- BLS, ACLS, and TNCC certifications required
- Minimum 2 years emergency nursing experience
- Strong critical thinking and triage assessment skills
- Proficiency with electronic health records (Epic preferred)
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays