Registered Nurse Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Welcome to Avantara Lincoln Park , a premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in the heart of Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. At Avantara Lincoln Park , we are committed to providing advanced rehabilitation therapies and exceptional nursing care in a vibrant and historic community setting. Our facility offers personalized care tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident, ensuring both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents receive the highest quality of care in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Situated in one of Chicago’s most desirable neighborhoods, Avantara Lincoln Park provides an exciting and dynamic workplace, surrounded by the energy of city life, yet nestled within a peaceful residential area. If you are passionate about delivering top-tier healthcare and want to join a team that values compassion and excellence, Avantara Lincoln Park is the perfect place to grow your career.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Sign On Bonus - $1,500

Are you looking for a rewarding career in Nursing? We are currently searching for  Registered Nurses (RN) to join our friendly, caring and supportive team!

We are rapidly growing, and our team is looking to invest in  Registered Nurses  (RN) by providing opportunities to further your career and with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Provides quality nursing care to Guests in an environment that promotes their rights, dignity and freedom of choice.

2. Provides supervision to C.N.A’s and all subordinate staff which includes checking their work to ascertain that assignments have been completed.

3. Assign all C.N.A’s and other staff to Guests. Assign break times and all regular and special assignments.

4. Administer all parenteral, intramuscular and sub-cutaneous injections.

5. Administer medications within the scope of practice of the R.N. Licensure. Maintain a current report of narcotics received and used.

6. Review daily the documentation of the dispensing of the controlled substances and narcotics. Ensure that drugs covered by controlled substances laws are verified by inventory.

7. Place pharmacy orders, for and administer all newly prescribed medications and document.

8. Carry out direct contemporaneous charting in your shift. Chart detailed monthly evaluations of each Guest that reflect his/her condition and progress.

9. Responsible for all nursing care of assigned Guests while on duty. Must notify appropriate persons if there is any significant change in a Guest’s condition or any transfer to a hospital.

10. Ensure that Guest care plans are being followed and asses each Guest’s status in accord with their care plan.

11. Round with physicians when needed.

12. Administer or supervise all treatments prescribed by physicians including but not limited to pressure ulcer care, Foley catheter care, hot and cold compounds and intravenous therapy.

13. Supervise serving of prescribed diets and fluids intake and immediately report any issues to the physician and DON/ADON.

14. Must be knowledgeable of individual care plans and support the care planning process by reporting specific information and observations of the Guest’s needs, preferences and report any behavioral changes.

15. Provide wound care when needed.

16. Completes medical records documenting care provided and other information in accordance with nursing policies while maintaining strict confidentiality.

17. Assure that established infection control and prevention practices and standard precautions are maintained at all times.

18. Follow established safety precautions when preforming tasks and using equipment and supplies.

19. Reports all hazardous conditions, damaged equipment, accidents/incidents and supply issues to appropriate persons.

20. Maintains the comfort, privacy and dignity of Guests and interacts with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect and promotes a caring environment.

We offer great benefits including: 

• On Demand Pay.
• Competitive wages.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• *Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• *Short-term and long-term disability insurance options.
• 401K with employer match.
• Employee concierge program.
• Employee assistance program.
• And more!

  *Please note that benefit packages vary based on hours worked.

To be eligible for consideration applicants should have:

Required Education and Experience

Graduate from an accredited nursing program. Valid, unencumbered Registered Nurse (R.N.) License in the state of practice. C.P.R. Certified

As a  Registered Nurse (RN) you are the backbone of the Clinical Department. Your work will ensure our residents receive the high standard of care they have grown to expect at our facilityby ensuring residents receive the medication and nursing care they need as directed by their individual care plan, conducting resident assessments, being a team leader, and advocating for your residents. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they are comfortable and safe.

Located at 1366 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, Avantara Lincoln Park is easily accessible via public transportation and major city routes, offering a convenient commute for staff from across the Chicago metro area. 

Join our team today and contribute to a facility that is recognized for its commitment to compassionate care and enhancing the lives of our residents in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Avantara Lincoln Park is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Avantara Lincoln Park never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.