Work Schedule:

100% FTE, full-time. Day/Evening shift, 0630-1700 with rotational call. You will work at the UW Health Swedish American Hospital.

This position is eligible for up to $15, 000 sign-on bonus!

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

Work Experience

• A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a cardiovascular operating room or as a RN. Preferred
• Prior experience in robotic surgical systems and endovascular suites. Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Illinois. Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Required
• Prior to March 1, 2026 there was no ACLS requirement and after March 1, 2026 require the ACLS within one year of hire. Required
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification. Preferred
• Specialty certification in area of concentration. 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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