Registered Nurse; RN - Short Stay Unit Rn to patient ratio

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - Short Stay Unit .9 7A (4:1 Rn to patient ratio)

Registered Nurse (RN) - Short Stay Unit .9 7A (4:1 Rn to patient ratio)

Advocate Health Care is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for its Short Stay Unit. This position requires a strong clinical skill set and the ability to work effectively within a 4:1 RN to patient ratio.

Base pay range

$37.50/hr - $56.25/hr

Major Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized interventions.
• Anticipate and recognize significant changes in patient condition, providing ongoing assessment and taking appropriate action.
• Implement strategies to reduce patient risk and increase safety; assess readiness to learn and collaborate with families.
• Coordinate discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approach.
• Apply evidence‑based practice and consistently incorporate nursing and regulatory standards into care.
• Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take appropriate action when changes are needed.
• Demonstrate effective communication, conflict resolution, and leadership skills with unlicensed personnel.
• Promote a culture of safety, report events and near misses, and assist in corrective actions.
• Participate in quality/process improvement initiatives and professional development activities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of age‑specific care and apply department policies for patient age groups.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Education Required

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing.

Experience Required

• Generally requires 1 year of clinical nursing experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Holistic patient care with a patient/family focus.
• Ability to recognize situational changes and respond promptly.
• Proficient computer skills, including electronic mail and medical records systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; listening and interpersonal skills.
• Human relation skills, ability to build rapport, and collaborate with diverse team members.
• Independent decision making and critical thinking.
• Organizational, prioritization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Time management and ability to multi‑task with frequent interruptions.
• Coordination, collaboration, delegation, and team‑building skills.

Certification Addendum

• Maintain annual educational requirements for hospital‑based certifications (e.g., DNV, CARF).

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach, and twist throughout the workday.
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs over head; carry up to 40 lbs over a reasonable distance.
• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force; perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.
• Operate equipment and foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Exposure to chemical/waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing required.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and hand manipulation for IV insertion and other procedures.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

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