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UI Health - Administrative Nurse I - 8E Adult Psychiatry (100% Full Time, Evenin

University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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UI Health - Administrative Nurse I - 8E Adult Psychiatry (100% Full Time, Evenings)


UI Health - Administrative Nurse I - 8E Adult Psychiatry (100% Full Time, Evenings)

Hiring Department: 8E Adult Psychiatry

Location: Main Hospital, Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1036497

FTE: 1 (40 hours per week)

Work Schedule: 5-8hr. shifts per week, rotating weekends

Shift: Evenings (3pm - 11:30pm)

# of Positions: 1

Posting Open Date: 08/21/2025

Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $40.53/hr to $88.53/hr*. The final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.

This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.



About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Position Summary
Administrative Nurse I is responsible for directing patient care, related unit activities and personnel on an assigned shift utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework in order to ensure quality patient care and workflow. The ANI identifies work priorities, determines and coordinates daily assignments and staff scheduling. The Administrative Nurse I is responsible for directing the nursing service of an assigned unit, with responsibility for implementation and modification of patient care plans. They work under general supervision from a designated supervisor(s) to accomplish:

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Completes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies
  • On specified units, provides direct patient care (modified assignment), demonstrating clinical knowledge, skills and expertise.
  • Makes patient care assignment and changes assignment as required according to patient's/unit's needs utilizing Nurse Patient Assessment System (NPAS) criteria
  • Coordinates staff breaks/lunches to ensure continuity of patient care
  • Works closely with BAA to ensure schedule is balanced.
  • Directs workflow to facilitate timely patient admission and discharge
  • Acts as a resource for unit personnel and aids in resolving questions related to policy, standards, and procedures
  • Demonstrates critical thinking skills, conflict management and customer service skills in serving as a role model and problem solver for the organization and unit.
  • Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback
  • Recognizes and responds to patient care issues providing direction, feedback, and follow-up to staff, manager and other healthcare team members
  • Contributes feedback to performance evaluation of unit personnel
  • Procures necessary clinical supplies and equipment. Follows up on repairs/maintenance of equipment as needed.
  • Builds collaborative relationships with physicians to promote teamwork.
  • Maintains overall knowledge of all patients' status in order to assist nursing and medical team members.
  • Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
  • Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies.
  • Recognizes and supports Shared Leadership as the selected method of nursing governance
  • Actively engaged in Shared Leadership through membership on a governing council; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior
  • Adheres to the UI Health's Code of Conduct.
  • Adheres to Nursing's time, overtime, and attendance policies.
  • Utilizes established communication channels/chain of command to escalate or resolve patient care problems.
  • Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem solving and resolution.
  • Serves as a role model and/or resource to other nursing staff and students.
  • In collaboration with ANIII/Director/CNCII/Senior Director assists with unit-based quality initiatives and provides feedback and education to staff
  • Accesses medical center intranet/outlook for relevant communication and to review and interpret changes in policy, procedure, and other information pertinent to practice
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.


    • Minimum Qualifications

    1. Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
    2. BSN (or higher) required of an accredited nursing program.
    3. Experience in inpatient psychiatry required
    4. One (1) year of professional nursing experience.
    5. Two (2) years of experience in an area relevant to their clinical area.
    6. Current BLS/CPR and/or other required unit specific certifications.
    7. Current advanced cardiac life support, or within 6 months of hire for main hospital.
    8. Nationally certified through ANCC approved certifier, or within 6 months of hire in an area relevant to their clinical area.
    9. Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required
    10. Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers.
    11. Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training.
    12. Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • CPI certified a plus or to be completed once hired
    • Previous charge nurse experience preferred.
    • Demonstrated leadership skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to work under pressure preferred
    • Ability to work independently, exercises good judgment, and possess the ability to motivate nursing staff preferred


    Application Instructions: Click on the Apply Now button. You must fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections with your RN program info and completion date, BLS e-code and expiration dates, IL RN license number, and complete work history with the name of each unit worked and specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Failure to include this information will disqualify your application. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas to supplement your application.

    Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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    To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/16712?c=uic







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