University of Illinois Chicago is hiring: UI Health Nursing Technician NRO Float

Overview

UI Health Nursing Technician NRO Float Team (Days 1.0FTE)

Location: Chicago, IL USA | Requisition ID: 1037021 | FTE: 1 | Work Schedule: 7a-3:30p/7:30p Rotating Weekend | Shift: Flex Days | Number of Positions: 1 | Posting Date: 09/11/2025

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

Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $36.08/hr to $80.98/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.

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health): UI Health provides comprehensive care, education, and research. It is part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) and includes a clinical enterprise with a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network. It also includes seven UIC health science colleges. UI Health is dedicated to health equity.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves (Vacation, Holiday and Sick); tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Nursing Technician delivers patient care utilizing the Relationship-Based Care model. The Nurse Technician supports Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Nurse Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides patient care and supports unit and organizational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with patient admission, transfer or discharge as assigned and supports the patient by performing activities of daily living, safely operating patient care equipment, promoting skin integrity and safety measures.
• Documents patient information in EHR (vital signs, nursing care provided, intake and output).
• Acts as a patient/family advocate by providing comfort, assistance and information and provides feedback to RN or LPN on patient care and condition as directed.
• Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health values through teamwork and effective communication to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a clean, safe, therapeutic environment.
• Participates in organizational, departmental and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior.
• Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or unit problems and participates in problem solving and resolution.
• Collaborates with other staff to identify, promote and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
• Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identifying learning needs and initiating strategies to meet such needs.
• Other duties as assigned; perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school graduation or equivalent
2. Possession of a CNA license from an accredited institution/school/program. Illinois Department of Public Health - Health Care Work Registry
3. Current BLS/CPR and other required unit-specific certifications.

To Apply

For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of duties and responsibilities. Fully complete education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Note that edits may require withdrawal and reapplication after submission; ensure the posting close date is met.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and/or veteran status, and complies with applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view non-discrimination statements and information about background checks, harassment disclosures, and E-Verify.

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To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/16928?c=uic

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