Registered Nurse-Special Care Nursery nights Eligible

Registered Nurse – Special Care Nursery (Full Time Nights) – Sign On Bonus Eligible

Join to apply for the Registered Nurse – Special Care Nursery (Full Time Nights) – Sign On Bonus Eligible role at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital.

The salary range for this position is $34.50 - $55.20 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while protecting against unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section .org/benefits to learn more.

• $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 Well‑Being 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

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: internal employees who are new graduate RNs seeking their first nursing position are eligible.

• Perform comprehensive assessment on all assigned patients as evidenced by completed documentation.
• Communicate changes in patient’s condition promptly.
• Utilize appropriate nursing diagnosis and data from the assessment to derive realistic outcomes and document measurable goals on the plan of care.
• Identify and prioritize patient needs and/or nursing diagnosis for patients and document.
• Collaborate with patient, family, and other health care team members for planning patient care, including discharge planning and appropriate referrals.
• Evaluate and document patient response to nursing interventions and adjust the plan of care as necessary.
• Ensure completed discharge instructions, medication reconciliation, and provision of information regarding patient portal usage and other resources.
• Support patient/family/spiritual/cultural needs, employ teach‑back methodology, utilize educational resources, and treat all with respect and dignity.
• Maintain safe medication administration practices, promote patient safety, and participate in unit safety and quality initiatives.
• Oversee patient care technicians, serve as a resource and role model for new staff, and participate in peer evaluation and unit huddles.
• Ensure appropriate documentation, charging of supplies, and engagement in value‑based initiatives.
• Utilize electronic health record fields effectively, participate in continuous technology improvement activities, and support unit and system advancements.
• Attend internal professional development offerings, obtain specialty certification, and maintain professional competencies.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Required:
  
  Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license.
• Required:
  
  Basic Life Support certification.
• Preferred:
  National Certification in area of specialty.
• Preferred:
  Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and analytical skills.
• Preferred:
  Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN within three years of first day of employment in a clinical nurse role.

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Background checks, including criminal history, are performed and considered on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: new graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position may be eligible depending upon the job family.