Registered Nurse ICU NE

Ascension Chicago, IL, US

JOB DESCRIPTION

Your future role at a glance

Location: Chicago, IL
Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph
Department: ICU
Schedule: Night shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Deliver compassionate, specialized critical care by designing, implementing, and continually reassessing personalized patient care plans for critically ill individuals.
Serve as the central hub of interdisciplinary care, seamlessly coordinating with physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals to ensure cohesive, round-the-clock treatment.
Maintain rigorous oversight of patient vital signs and complex physical conditions, executing medical orders precisely while rapidly communicating updates to the care team.
Proactively lead holistic discharge planning efforts alongside patients, families, and healthcare team members to support a safe, seamless transition beyond the ICU.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required Credential(s):
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- One or more of the following:
  - BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  - Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Preferred Credential(s):
- Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits that help you thrive

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Apply Now Save job Join a nurturing team environment where your dedication brings comfort, safety and hope to every patient you serve. You will develop individualized care plans, collaborate with physicians and guide safe home transitions. Find purpose in a welcoming, patient-first environment where your advocacy and clinical skill truly matter. You will implement tailored care plans, coordinate with interdisciplinary teams and guide smooth discharge transitions. Embrace the adventure of travel nursing while delivering high-acuity care to patients who need you most. In this vital role you will evaluate patient conditions, administer critical medications and support families during their toughest moments. Thrive in a fast-paced critical care environment where team collaboration elevates patient healing. Deliver rapid life-saving interventions, manage dynamic care plans and guide families through recovery. Drive patient outcomes by adapting quickly across progressive and intensive care environments. In this high-impact role, you will translate medical orders into action, adjust care plans in real time and connect disciplines to ensure seamless care. Delivers direct nursing care, manages dynamic care plans, and leads interdisciplinary coordination for Cardiovascular Telemetry Float patients at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford in Murfreesboro, TN. Requires TN RN licensure, pre-hire ALS, and BLS certification within 30 days to drive clinical execution and strategic discharge planning in a night-shift PRN role.

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