Registered Nurse; RN - Trauma​/Ortho​/Tele​/Medical-Surgical

Registered Nurse (RN) – Trauma/Ortho/Tele/Medical-Surgical

Chicago, IL

This is the largest medical surgical unit with a focused population including Trauma, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery and General Surgery. We are proud to provide exceptional care in a team focused atmosphere and collaborative environment. Many nurses who join this unit, stay for the rest of their career. Come work in a warm, supportive environment perfect for clinicians who want to develop their skills in a fast-paced, ever-changing setting.

Specific learning opportunities available on 8 Tower include critical thinking, advanced assessment skills, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and advanced physical skills including the management of all types of IV lines, enteral feeding tubes, and invasive drainage devices.

Nurses looking to advance their career in leadership or clinical excellence are supported through professional growth opportunities such as education, unit leadership and shadow experiences in advanced areas. Our staff enjoy the benefits of working at a world class 4 time Magnet Designated institution! We pride ourselves on our shared governance structure that allows for staff participation in the decision making process at all levels of leadership.

You will appreciate the perks of working for a large healthcare system in a hospital that feels like a small community.

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Minimum of one year inpatient RN experience required

• As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, located on Chicago’s North Side, is one of the state’s largest, most comprehensive nonprofit medical centers. Advocate Illinois Masonic offers a wide range of medical specialties and is nationally recognized for its medical expertise, use of the most innovative technologies and dedication to patient safety, quality and service.

A commitment to community, medical education and ongoing clinical research affirms our mission of providing patients the highest quality care in Chicagoland. A recipient of numerous awards for quality and clinical excellence, Advocate Illinois Masonic has achieved Magnet designation for excellence in nursing services from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity.

Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.

Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.