Staff Nurse, Ambulatory in Chicago, Illinois at Saint Anthony Hospital

Position Title: Staff Nurse, Ambulatory

Shift: Day Shift – 7:00am -5:30pm

Status: Full-time

Compensation: $35.00 - $50.00

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Position Summary

The Licensed Registered Nurse provides and coordinates patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care.

Job Summary

Provides and coordinates patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care. An Ambulatory Surgery Registered Nurse (Pre/Post RN) cares for patients immediately before and after surgical or procedural interventions.

Pre-Operative Duties

• Patient Assessment: Review medical histories, conduct physical exams, verify NPO (nothing by mouth) status, and check vital signs.

• Preparation: Start IV lines, administer pre-op medications, and confirm that surgical consent forms and lab results are complete.

• Education: Inform patients and families about what to expect during and after the procedure, answering questions to reduce anxiety.

• Handoff: Communicate critical patient info (allergies, risk factors) to the surgical team before moving to the operating room.

Post-Operative Duties

• Recovery Monitoring: Track vital signs, manage post-anesthesia recovery, and monitor for adverse reactions or complications.

• Pain Management: Administer prescribed pain and nausea medications and document recovery progress.

• Discharge Support: Provide post-procedure care instructions and ensure patients are stable and ready for discharge or transfer.

Related Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing
• Associate’s in nursing; Bachelors preferred.
• Current IL State RN licensure and CPR Certification
• Team and customer service skills
• Computer skills - windows and database systems
• Excellent interpersonal and telephone skills
• ACLS, PALS, EKG monitoring, arrhythmia interpretation, airway management are required within 6 months of hire

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans (Medical/Dental/Vision) Benefits are effective upon start date.
• Employer-Matching Retirement Plans
• Qualifying Employment for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free parking

Saint Anthony Hospital Highlights

• Competitive salaries
• Community focus with a Collaborative Culture: Work in a close-knit team that values communication, teamwork, and support
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills and experience in an organization that invests in its staff
• Meaningful Work: Serve a diverse population and make a real impact on their health journey
• Equal Opportunity
• Saint Anthony Hospital is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status