Location: Chicago (Onsite) Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Positions: 3
Shift Details
Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (36 hrs/week)
Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (36 hrs/week / 24 hrs Part-Time)
The ICU RegisteredNurse (RN) plays a critical role in delivering high-quality care to patients with complex and life-threatening conditions. This position involves continuous monitoring, emergency response, and management of advanced life-support systems in a fast-paced critical care environment. The ICU RN is responsible for ensuring patient safety, supporting families, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care & Clinical Excellence
Provide direct patient care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation)
Monitor vital signs and patient conditions continuously
Respond effectively to medical emergencies
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
Maintain accurate and timely patient records
Critical Care Management
Operate and monitor advanced ICU equipment (ventilators, IABP, etc.)
Perform wound care and manage post-surgical recovery
Conduct diagnostic tests and follow-up care
Ensure adherence to infection control and safety protocols
Collaboration & Quality
Build therapeutic relationships with patients and families
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Support departmental goals and patient care standards
Work closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
Operational Responsibilities
Maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
Adapt to flexible scheduling and workload demands
Remain calm and effective under high-pressure situations
Must-Have Qualifications
ADN / BSN / MSN from an accredited nursing program
Active RN License (Illinois)
BLS Certification (AHA / Red Cross / Military Training Network)
ACLS Certification (AHA)
Minimum 2+ years of nursing experience
At least 1 year of ICU/PACU experience (preferred/required by client)
Minimum 1 year stability in at least one hospital role
Preferred Qualifications
ICU or Critical Care experience
Experience with ventilators and advanced life-support equipment
Strong emergency response skills
Core Competencies
Critical thinking & clinical judgment
Ability to perform under pressure
Strong communication skills
Team collaboration
Patient-centered care approach
Work Environment
Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
High-acuity, fast-paced clinical setting
Requires flexibility for day/night shifts
Additional Requirements
Open to full-time permanent role (even if prior contract/travel experience)