What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN)- Clinical Lead Surgical Trauma ICU position at Advocate Aurora Health?
Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical lead Surgical Trauma ICU .9/7p
Where You Will Work:
STIC, or the Surgical & Trauma Intensive Care Unit, is a 20-bed ICU that cares for critically ill patients with a focus on traumatic injuries and close monitoring in the peri-operative phase of care. This collaborative environment is supported by our Trauma Surgeons & Consultants, Surgical Residents, Advanced Practice RNs, Nurses, and Nursing Assistants. Through ventilator management, serial assessments, intravenous infusions/medications, wound care, education, and rehabilitative therapies, our care team works tirelessly to support our patients and their recovery.
We’re Looking For:
Minimum of 2-3 years experience in an ICU
- Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
- Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
What You’ll Do:
- As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.
About This Location:
Advocate Christ Medical Center is part of Advocate Health Care, one of the nation’s leading health care networks. A nonprofit, 788-bed, premier teaching institution with more than 1,500 affiliated physicians, Christ Medical Center is one of the major referral hospitals in the Midwest for a number of specialties, including cancer care; cardiovascular services; heart and kidney transplantation; neurosciences; orthopedics; and women’s health.
The hospital provides emergency care for more than 105,000 patient visits annually and has one of the busiest Level I trauma centers in Illinois.
Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care.
At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.
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Ready to Take the Next Step:
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