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Inpatient, RN Observation Unit

UW Health
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026 CLOSED ON 8/13/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inpatient, RN Observation Unit position at UW Health?

Work Schedule:

Per diem, varied schedule. You will work at the UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital.

Additional components of compensation may include:

Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
Overtime
On-call pay


At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
Annual wellness reimbursement
Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
Strong shared governance structure
Commitment to employee voice

Qualifications
  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing program. Required
  • Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained. Required
Licenses & Certifications
  • Current RN licensure to practice in the State of Illinois and required certification for respective nursing departments. Required
  • Basic Life Support/CPR Certification. Required
  • Specialty certification in area of concentration. Preferred
  • 9th Floor Only: ACLS certification within two years of hire. Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.


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