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New Grad RNs often encounter challenges such as adjusting to shift work, managing their time efficiently, and building confidence in clinical decision-making. Many hospitals offer structured residency or orientation programs, mentorship from experienced nurses, and ongoing training to help bridge the gap between school and independent practice. Supportive team environments and regular feedback sessions are also common, helping new nurses develop critical thinking skills and adapt to the demands of patient care. These resources are designed to ease the transition, reduce stress, and cultivate professional growth in your early nursing career.

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To thrive as a New Grad RN, you need a nursing degree, active RN licensure, and basic clinical skills in patient care and assessment. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), medication administration systems, and standard hospital equipment is typically required. Strong teamwork, eagerness to learn, effective communication, and resilience help new graduates transition smoothly into professional practice. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring patient safety, adapting to fast-paced settings, and laying the foundation for a successful nursing career.

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Some hospitals and facilities run programs designed specifically for the recent graduate. The new grad RN program may require you to have earned a specific GPA and mandate that you graduated from the program within the past year. To apply, you need to be on track to complete your bachelor’s degree and earn your license. Each program specifies the dates by which you need both to enter the program if accepted. However, you can also apply for any available RN position with the same qualifications, as it is not mandatory to complete a new grad RN program. To apply, you need proof of your license and a resume detailing your nursing history.

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A New Grad RN job is an entry-level nursing position designed for newly licensed registered nurses who have recently graduated from an accredited nursing program. These roles provide structured training, mentorship, and hands-on experience to help new nurses transition into professional practice. Many hospitals and healthcare facilities offer New Grad RN residency programs to support skill development and confidence.

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Staff Nurse (RN) Float Team, Emergency Department - Full-Time, Evening

The University of Chicago Medicine

Chicago, IL • On-site

Other

Posted 16 days ago

University Of Chicago Medicine rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

265th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Staff Nurse in the Emergency Room Float Team department. Comer Emergency Department is a 21-bed, Level 1 Pediatric Academic Trauma Center dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care to the children of South Side of Chicago and beyond. With 2 trauma bays, 1 special procedures room and a dedicated resuscitation bay, we are equipped to handle the most critical situations. The Adult Emergency Department consists of 55 patient care rooms including a rapid assessment unit, six trauma/resuscitation suites and separate rooms for infection isolation, care of immune compromised patients, and psychiatric consultations. In the general care area, 45 rooms are fully equipped with critical care monitoring capabilities. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
A staff nurse is a registered professional nurse (RN) who manages patient centered care that is outcome directed. Patient centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards provide the foundation for the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care provided. The staff nurse assumes the primary responsibility and accountability for all patient care personally provided and that provided by those directly under her/his supervision.
Essential Job Functions
  • Utilizes appropriate assessment skills to determine patient needs.
  • Develops a plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager or collaborates with the Case Manager to develop a plan of care for specified patients.
  • Provides input into the development of clinical paths with assigned Case Manager.
  • Uses care plan and/or clinical path in providing patient care. Delegates as appropriate based on patient needs and competencies of staff.
  • Competently performs patient care according to hospital policy and nursing practice within clinical specialty, as documented by the respective clinical skills inventory evaluation and completion of competency days.
  • Evaluates care given and adjusts plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient.
  • Documents appropriately in patient care records.
  • Prepares and administers medication/treatment according to the physician's orders, utilizing professional knowledge base to assure patient safety.
  • Works collaboratively with other patient care and multidisciplinary team members to provide patient centered care.
  • Documents or ensures documentation of all of patient care from admission to discharge according to hospital policies.
  • Incorporates discharge planning into clinical pathway or plan of care to provide patients with smooth transition from hospital to home.
  • Provides cost-effective care by appropriate utilization of time, supplies and personnel.
  • Evaluates patient care interventions and collaborates with all team members to make changes as necessary.
  • Initiates and/or participates in patient care conferences.
  • Assumes the responsibility to interact on a consistent basis with the patient and family providing coordination of the plan of care for those patients whose needs do not require the expertise of a Case Manager.
  • Promotes, has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychosocial and developmental needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Required Qualifications
  • Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing
  • Associate of Science in Nursing or higher
  • Current Illinois RN license
  • Active BLS Certification
  • SANE - AA or SANE - P Certification: must be enrolled within 6 months of employment (18 months for new grad RNs). Obtaining and maintaining SANE certification within this role is a condition of employment.
Required Education: Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN degree or higher preferred. Associate Degree Nurses are required to enroll in a BSN program within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire, and make progress toward and complete their BSN degree within 30 months. ADN nurses receive 100% tuition reimbursement towards a BSN degree from an accredited program.
Preferred Qualifications
  • ED RN experience
Position Details
  • Job Type/FTE: Full-Time (0.9 FTE)
  • Shift: Evening Shift, 11a-11:30p, every other weekend
  • Work Location: Hyde Park
  • Unit/Department: Adult & Pediatric Emergency Departments
  • CBA Code: NNU

About Us
We've been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment... with patients and with each other. We're in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you'd like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we're doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.

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