University of Illinois Chicago is hiring: UI Health - Staff Nurse I - 7E General

Overview

UI Health - Staff Nurse I - 7E General Inpatient Medicine (Flex Nights, 90% Part-Time) is a nursing position with rotating weekends and a flex night schedule. This posting includes details on department, location, compensation considerations, and application requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and updates the patient’s plan of care based on ongoing assessment of the patient and input from the patient’s family.
• Collaborates with the health care team to promote effective patient care and shares information with team members.
• Verifies and implements orders from physicians/advanced practice providers and documents interventions in the electronic medical record.
• Engages with patients and families to develop an appropriate educational plan and responds to changing patient needs.
• Delegates appropriate tasks to support personnel per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback.
• Advocates for patients, families, and communities; integrates theory, evidence-based practice, and current standards of nursing care.
• Assumes the role of Charge Nurse when assigned and collaborates to provide learning experiences for staff and students.
• Acts as a preceptor or resource to nursing and support staff and participates in professional development and special projects as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned and participates in related duties and projects as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
• Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit-specific certifications.
• Effective communication skills (oral and written) for therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Intermediate computer skills with the ability to learn and use the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training.
• Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills, and work history.

Preferred Qualifications

Application Instructions

For fullest consideration, click Apply Now. You must fully complete education, licensure, certification, and language sections with RN program details, BLS code and expiration dates, IL RN license number, and work history with unit details and responsibilities. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts, and diplomas within the application. Note that after submission you cannot modify the application; to revise you must withdraw and reapply before the posting close date.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status, and complies with applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters for more information on non-discrimination, background checks, and E-Verify.

About 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. UI Health is part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) and includes a tertiary care hospital, outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network. It is dedicated to health equity.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D, pension, paid leaves, tuition benefits). See the full benefits list for details.

Note: The previously determined salary range and final rate may be influenced by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience, and budget constraints. This posting indicates a flex schedule with 3-12 hour shifts per week, rotating weekends, and a 1.0 FTE equivalent (36 hours/week).

Job Details

• Location: Main Hospital, Chicago, IL USA
• Department: 7E General Inpatient Medicine
• Posting Open Date: 08/06/2025
• FTE: 1 (36 hours per week)
• Work Schedule: 3-12 hour shifts per week, rotating weekends
• Shift: Flex Nights
• Number of Positions: 1

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