Position Requirements:

Must have 1+ year of NICU Experience to receive 15,000 Sign on Bonus 

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing See Education Addendum for site specific requirements Good communication skills Good computer skills Good time management and organizational skills Familiarity with patient care equipment Current Illinois RN license Current CPR Certifications/education required for the nursing specialty ~ See Certification Addendum Ability to work weekends holidays and different shifts in order to accommodate staffing Certain positions may need to take call. Ability to transport objects patients and equipment Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and work at fast pace Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse hazardous or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick Ability to assist in evacuation of patients in the event of a fire or other disaster Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients Ability to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unit. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds or when patient is unable to assist with the lift patient handling equipment is expected to be used with at least one other associate when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case~by~case basis. Purpose: Using evidence based practice clinical decision making compassion and skilled dialogue the registered nurse leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience. The nurse delivers and coordinates patient centered care across the continuum to support the successful transition of patients to other healthcare delivery systems or their home communities. The registered nurse is responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the appropriate utilization of assessment diagnosis planning implementation and evaluation in accordance with established standards policies and procedures. Accountabilities: Professional Growth