Registered Nurse-Prep and Recovery Rotating

Overview

The salary range for this position is $34.50 - $55.20 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range is dependent on factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For union-represented positions, placement is guided by the collective bargaining agreement rules. Northwestern Medicine offers a wide range of benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protecting against unexpected life events.

Learn more in the Benefits section .org/benefits. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to delivering world-class care, working alongside clinical talent and the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We support diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and a culture of service. We provide comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship, educational support, and student loan repayment.

We offer flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund, and a Total Rewards package that supports well-being. We offer volunteer opportunities in local communities and promote inclusive change through workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help shape the future of medicine.

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

The Registered Nurse BSN embodies the attributes of the Relationship Based Care model and performs to PPM core functions. Under department leadership, the nurse reflects NM s mission, vision, and values, adheres to the Illinois Nurse Practice Act, the Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Care Coordination:
  Performs comprehensive assessments on assigned patients and documents findings; communicates changes in patient condition promptly.
• Utilizes nursing diagnosis and assessment data to establish realistic, measurable goals in the plan of care; updates the plan as needed.
• Identifies and prioritizes patient needs and nursing diagnoses; collaborates with patient, family, and health care team; assists with discharge planning and referrals as necessary.
• Evaluates patient response to interventions and adjusts the plan of care accordingly; ensures discharge instructions and medication reconciliation are completed; provides patient/family with information about the patient portal and resources.

• Supports patient/family teaching needs, documents education, and uses teach-back for medication education; distributes Krames patient education materials; uses culture vision in care planning.
• Values patient and family contributions; adheres to ethical standards; requests ethics consultations when appropriate.

• Implements interventions based on an established plan of care and evidence-based practices; uses resources such as Ovid/Joanna Briggs, Up to Date, Culture Vision, and other evidence sources; engages in unit/organization improvement efforts.

• Demonstrates safe medication administration with bar coding; protects patient health, safety, and rights; provides timely, accurate bedside hand-offs and rounds with the care team; participates in quality metrics and safety initiatives; supports preventing pressure ulcers, falls, CAUTIs, and central line infections as applicable.

• Oversees and directs the work of patient care or support staff; demonstrates effective interpersonal skills; serves as a resource and role model for new staff and students; participates in precepting, orientation, and mentoring; engages in peer evaluation and interdisciplinary collaboration; contributes to daily unit operations and quality initiatives.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN);
  Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse;
  Basic Life Support; strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; strong analytic abilities; ADN with a plan to obtain a BSN within three years of employment
• Preferred:
  National Certification in area of specialty

• Equal Opportunity:
  Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on protected statuses.
• Background Check: NM conducts a background check on new hires and sometimes on internal transfers; a candidate must authorize disclosure.
• Artificial Intelligence Disclosure: AI tools may be used in candidate review, but all employment decisions are made by a person.
• Benefits: A broad benefits program is offered; visit the Benefits section for details.
• Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:
  Internal employees and rehires…