Registered Nurse credential from the Illinois Board of Nursing required before hire or transfer.
Advanced Life Support certification within 6 months of hire or transfer preferred.
Basic Life Support certification within 1 month of hire or transfer required.
3 years of nursing experience required.
1 year of leadership experience required.
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements for the unit.
Conduct hiring, training, and evaluation of staff.
Identify and resolve issues affecting patient care services.
Develop and implement policies for efficient health service delivery.
Monitor budget adherence and approve expenditures.
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan and financial security resources.
Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
Ascension-paid tuition and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program for emotional well-being support.
Parental leave and adoption assistance for family support.
Optional legal and pet insurance, plus transportation savings.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance
Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Facility: Ascension Alexian Brothers
Schedule: Day shift | Full-time
How you'll make an impact in this role
Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements for self and within unit.
Conducts hiring, training, directing, development and evaluating of staff.
Identifies and resolves issues affecting the delivery of patient care services for the assigned unit(s). Develops and implements policies and procedures to guarantee efficient and effective delivery of health services in a unit.
Monitors and adheres to budget. Approves or monitors expenditures, purchases and other actions to ensure compliance with budget guidelines.
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s):
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
One or more of the following:
Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Preferred Credential(s):
Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.
Benefits that help you thrive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Responsibilities
How you'll make an impact in this role
Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements for self and within unit.
Conducts hiring, training, directing, development and evaluating of staff.
Identifies and resolves issues affecting the delivery of patient care services for the assigned unit(s). Develops and implements policies and procedures to guarantee efficient and effective delivery of health services in a unit.
Monitors and adheres to budget. Approves or monitors expenditures, purchases and other actions to ensure compliance with budget guidelines.
Qualifications
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s):
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
One or more of the following:
Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Preferred Credential(s):
Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.
About Ascension
Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
