Registered Nurse Day Surgery

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
• Facility: Ascension Alexian Brothers,
• Department: Day Surgery
• Schedule: Evening shift l PRN l Monday - Friday | 8 hour shifts 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. start depending on cases l On-call requirements

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Monitor patient conditions and implement tailored care plans to ensure optimal health outcomes during preoperative and recovery phases.
• Coordinate treatments across clinical disciplines to provide a seamless and comprehensive patient experience from admission to discharge.
• Execute physician orders accurately and swiftly to maintain the highest standards of patient safety and clinical excellence in the day surgery setting.
• Assess comprehensive discharge needs and collaborate with the healthcare team to prepare patients and their families for a safe transition home.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences:

• One year of Day Surgery experience.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Monitor patient conditions and implement tailored care plans to ensure optimal health outcomes during preoperative and recovery phases.
• Coordinate treatments across clinical disciplines to provide a seamless and comprehensive patient experience from admission to discharge.
• Execute physician orders accurately and swiftly to maintain the highest standards of patient safety and clinical excellence in the day surgery setting.
• Assess comprehensive discharge needs and collaborate with the healthcare team to prepare patients and their families for a safe transition home.

Qualifications

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences:

• One year of Day Surgery experience.