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Charge Nurse RN- Medical Surgical

Saint Francis Hospital
Evanston, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026 CLOSED ON 5/31/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Charge Nurse RN- Medical Surgical position at Saint Francis Hospital?

Overview

• Department: Med/Surg (Surgery/Post-Surgical)

• Schedule: Nights, 7p-7a, 12-hour shifts

• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital

• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

 

Why Join Us:

  • Magnet designated hospital
  • Work in a fast-paced acute care hospital setting with diverse patient populations
  • Lead, develop and support nursing teams
  • Drive quality, safety, and patient experience
  • Career growth opportunities across a large health system
  • Collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on patient outcomes

Responsibilities

The Clinical Nursing Supervisor supports administrative responsibility for the department service functions and works collaboratively with the unit Director and/or Manager. In the absence of the unit Director and/or Manager, the Clinical Supervisor may assume the administrative scope of the unit assigned. Develops and implements departmental plans, including performance improvement activities and compliance with current federal and/or state regulations. The Clinical Supervisor prepares, conducts and/or oversees department(s) orientation and training of personnel. Communicates with staff, physicians, and administration both written and verbally. The Clinical Supervisor is responsibility and accountable for the quality of staff and functions during their shift. Assists the Department Director in the daily operations of the unit, directing, supervising, and evaluating personnel, ensuring the proper use of time, equipment and staff. Ensure the efficient functions of the department. Performs direct patient care, only as needed, within the scope of practice. Continually assess care and direct staff to make immediate changes in the plan of care.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

 

1.     Current and valid state Registered Nurse license.2.     Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.3.     Current Basic Life Support certificate (BLS) upon hire and maintain current.4.     Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) upon hire and maintain current.5.     Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience, with 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.

FACILITY / UNIT TRAINING

 

1.     Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certificate preferred for Intensive Care.2.     Non-OB Facilities – NRP Required 90 days after hire and maintained.3.     Professional Certification within 2 years of hire, preferred.

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $36.75 to $55.70. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

 

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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