UI Health
UI Health - Staff Nurse I - Main Operating Room
UI Health, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
UI Health - Staff Nurse I - Main Operating Room
Base pay range
$32.00/hr - $67.00/hr
Hiring Department : Main Operating Room
Location : Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1037263
FTE : 1
Work Schedule : 7:00am-3:00pm
Shift : Days
# of Positions : 1
Posting Date : 9/24/2025
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. It is part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) and includes a Joint Commission‑accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics.
Position Summary The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and works to improve patient outcomes by integrating shared leadership, evidence‑based practice, relationship‑based care, and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. The role requires the nurse to engage and obtain information from patients and families, develop patient education plans, respond to changing needs, and collaborate with the health‑care team.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and update the patient’s plan of care based on ongoing assessment and input from patient and family.
Share information and collaborate with other members of the health‑care team to promote effective patient care.
Verify and implement orders from physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice nurses by performing interventions as prescribed and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
Engage and obtain information from patients and families to develop appropriate patient educational plans.
Recognize symptoms, establish priorities, and respond to patient’s changing needs.
Delegate tasks to support personnel per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provide support and feedback.
Advocate for patients, families, the community, and the nursing profession.
Integrate 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 or accrediting bodies.
Assume charge nurse responsibilities when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.
Collaborate with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
Serve as preceptor and/or resource to other nurses, support staff, and students.
Take responsibility for continued professional growth by identifying learning needs and initiating strategies to meet such needs.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
License as a Registered Professional Nurse under the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Current BLS/CPR and/or other required unit specific certifications.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification, or within 6 months of hire for the main hospital.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior operating room experience.
How to Apply Submit a complete online application through the UI Health career portal. Ensure all sections are fully completed, including work history, education, licensure, certifications, and language sections. Upload supporting documents such as resume, cover letter, certifications, and transcripts. Please note that once submitted, the application cannot be altered. If you need to revise, withdraw and reapply.
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. For additional information on non‑discrimination statements, background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review, please visit the required employment notices and posters.
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$32.00/hr - $67.00/hr
Hiring Department : Main Operating Room
Location : Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1037263
FTE : 1
Work Schedule : 7:00am-3:00pm
Shift : Days
# of Positions : 1
Posting Date : 9/24/2025
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. It is part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) and includes a Joint Commission‑accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics.
Position Summary The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and works to improve patient outcomes by integrating shared leadership, evidence‑based practice, relationship‑based care, and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. The role requires the nurse to engage and obtain information from patients and families, develop patient education plans, respond to changing needs, and collaborate with the health‑care team.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and update the patient’s plan of care based on ongoing assessment and input from patient and family.
Share information and collaborate with other members of the health‑care team to promote effective patient care.
Verify and implement orders from physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice nurses by performing interventions as prescribed and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
Engage and obtain information from patients and families to develop appropriate patient educational plans.
Recognize symptoms, establish priorities, and respond to patient’s changing needs.
Delegate tasks to support personnel per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provide support and feedback.
Advocate for patients, families, the community, and the nursing profession.
Integrate 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 or accrediting bodies.
Assume charge nurse responsibilities when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.
Collaborate with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
Serve as preceptor and/or resource to other nurses, support staff, and students.
Take responsibility for continued professional growth by identifying learning needs and initiating strategies to meet such needs.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
License as a Registered Professional Nurse under the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Current BLS/CPR and/or other required unit specific certifications.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification, or within 6 months of hire for the main hospital.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior operating room experience.
How to Apply Submit a complete online application through the UI Health career portal. Ensure all sections are fully completed, including work history, education, licensure, certifications, and language sections. Upload supporting documents such as resume, cover letter, certifications, and transcripts. Please note that once submitted, the application cannot be altered. If you need to revise, withdraw and reapply.
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. For additional information on non‑discrimination statements, background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review, please visit the required employment notices and posters.
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