Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing required.  

Master’s degree preferred in adult education.

Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois.

ANCC recognized certification in specialty area of clinical practice.

Minimum three years of clinical experience in specialty area, preferred.

Strong preference given to candidates with direct experience in transport, EMS/emergency, or pediatric critical care (NICU, PICU, CVICU

Basic Life Support certification required from the American Heart Association. 

CPR instructor, within 6 months of hire.       

Resuscitation requirements as appropriate to specialty area, within 6 months of hire.

Develops knowledge and competency in pediatric nursing and professional development practices.

Evaluates personal practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, and relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.

Implements strategies for seamless transitions to practice and between practice settings.

Assesses clinical skills of staff and provides learning opportunities to advance clinical competencies and decision making skills of staff and documents competencies.

Uses the best available evidence to guide practice decisions.

Facilitates professional role development.

Actively works to assist in transformation processes at the unit/area level, utilizing project management and improvement processes.

Other job functions as assigned.

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