Registered Nurse, RN, Emergency Department Internal Agency

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

Lurie Children's Hospital is seeking experienced nurses dedicated to Pediatric Emergency Care to join our internal agency program. The expectation of this employee is to sign at least one 12-week agreement to work 36 hours per week, based on unit needs.

As an Internal Agency RN you are an integral part of our emergency care team, and will provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care within the scope of nursing practice. The ideal candidate will have excellent clinical skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care to our pediatric population and their families.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs nursing assessments utilizing a variety of assessment methods and/or area-specific tools.
• Develops or individualizes existing plans of care and develops goals relative to family needs. Evaluates and documents changes to the plan.
• Develops or individualizes teaching plans/protocols to meet patient and family learning needs. Identifies patient preferences and needs including motivation to learn. Evaluates and documents changes to the plan.
• Performs nursing care according to procedures/protocols. Anticipates impending emergent situations and intervenes effectively.
• Communicates with the family and members of the multidisciplinary team to identify health care needs. Communicates changes in patient status.
• Keeps up to date in nursing practice by utilizing current nursing and healthcare literature for information and problem solving.
• Incorporates current hospital and departmental quality initiatives into daily activities.
• Adheres to communication, service excellence and professional image standards that support the hospital mission and philosophy.
• Works cooperatively as a team member to foster achievement of unit/hospital goals.
• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.
• Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.
• Other job functions as assigned.

As An Internal Agency Employee, You Can Expect

• PRN in Practice: Employee of LCH with 0.00 FTE   - Internal Agency employees are those who have an employment relationship with the Medical Center but are assigned to work on an intermittent and/or unpredictable basis. These individuals are not assigned to a budgeted FTE status. While you receive all legally mandated benefits (such as workers' compensation insurance and Social Security), you may be eligible for limited benefit programs sponsored by the Medical Center.
• Base Pay: Flat Rate + IA Supplemental Pay: (4-12 Week Agreement Rate)  at $75/hr.
• Not eligible for Differentials or house wide incentive pay . 
• Eligible for holiday pay and overtime when worked. 

Minimum Qualifications

• BSN strongly preferred, ASN permitted if willing to return for BSN within 1 year of hire.
• Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois, active and in good standing.
• Previous pediatric experience required.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Care Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• ENPC and TNCC within 1 year of employment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patient/families, physicians and hospital staff.
• Special certifications may be required by department.

Education

Pay Range

$34.00-$55.00 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

Benefits

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various Voluntary Benefits

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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