Job Description
Join our award-winning trauma center in Chicago as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. We're seeking compassionate, skilled professionals to deliver exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment. At City General Hospital, you'll work with cutting-edge technology and a multidisciplinary team while enjoying competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities. Our commitment to excellence in patient outcomes has earned us Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive health/dental/vision plans
- Tuition reimbursement for advanced certifications
- Significant sign-on bonus for experienced ER nurses
- Flexible scheduling with 12-hour shifts
- 401(k) with generous employer match
Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose, and treat patients in acute emergency situations
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
- Collaborate with physicians and specialists to develop care plans
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
- Educate patients and families on post-discharge care
- Respond to trauma codes and cardiac emergencies
- Maintain strict compliance with JCAHO and OSHA standards
Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN preferred)
- Current Illinois RN license (or compact license)
- Minimum 2 years ER/trauma experience
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Ability to work efficiently in high-stress environments
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Experience with Epic EMR system preferred