Job Description
Join our award-winning cardiovascular ICU at Metropolitan Medical Center, where innovation meets compassionate care. We're seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team in delivering life-saving interventions to critically ill patients. Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, comprehensive benefits, and unparalleled professional development opportunities in Chicago's premier medical district.
Why Choose Us?
- Tuition reimbursement for advanced certifications
- Sign-on bonus of $10,000
- Student loan assistance program
- Flexible scheduling with 12-hour shifts
- On-site childcare facility
Responsibilities
- Monitor and assess critically ill patients using advanced cardiac monitoring systems
- Administer specialized medications and therapies including vasopressors and anticoagulants
- Perform complex procedures including arterial line insertions and ventilator management
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans
- Document patient outcomes using Epic EHR with real-time analytics
- Mentor new nurses through our preceptorship program
- Participate in rapid response team activations
Qualifications
- Active Illinois RN license (required)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- 2+ years ICU experience in acute care setting
- ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Experience with ventilator management and hemodynamic monitoring
- Demonstrated critical thinking in emergency situations
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Commitment to evidence-based practice