RN, Peds CRU, PICU

Advocate Aurora Health

. Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timePark Ridge • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $38 - $57 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and critical thinking while providing evidence-based nursing care. Proficient in patient assessment, care planning, and effective communication within a collaborative healthcare team.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Nurse (RN) LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationClinical Nursing ExperienceElectronic Health Record (EHR) DocumentationPatient Care Assessment

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Hard Skills

Nursing ProcessMedication AdministrationPatient Condition MonitoringEvidence-Based PracticesPhysical Safety InterventionsIV InsertionCare Plan AdjustmentPatient RestraintConflict ResolutionDelegation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationTime ManagementPrioritizationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Electronic RecordsDigital PlatformsComputer FunctionsEmail

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)Registered Nurse (RN) License

Industry Keywords

ANA Code of EthicsProfessional GovernanceQuality InitiativesPatient EngagementAge-Appropriate Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care
Engage patients and families throughout the continuum of care
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team
Uphold and promote a culture of safety
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures
Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, conflict resolution, team collaboration, and appropriate delegation
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practice ethical decision-making
Delegate appropriately to registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel
Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as required
Provide age-appropriate care based on patient status, growth, and development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Active, unrestricted registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided
Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing
Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficiency in computer functions, electronic records, email, and digital platforms
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds
Ability to push/pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, including fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures
Ability to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions
Physical Abilities Testing may be required
Preferred: Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program