Extra Help Staff Nurse I -8W Sickle Cell Center

University of Illinois, United States

Updated: 5 days ago
Location: Chicago, ILLINOIS

Extra Help Staff Nurse I -8W Sickle Cell Center

Hiring Department: 8W Sickle Cell Center

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1040235

Posting Open Date: 3/20/2026

Salary:  The previously determined rate for this position is $58.00 per hour.   

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is generally not eligible for benefits.  for most benefits. Information regarding benefits can be found on the Employee Benefits webpage. 

Position Summary

The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes the initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared
Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care, and standards of nursing excellence into clinical
practice. This position integrates professional practice model, current standards of practice and clinical experience to
provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting
health care bodies. The Staff Nurse I engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to advocate for the
patient, develops an appropriate patient educational plan, and responds to patient's changing needs while sharing
information and collaborating with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. The Staff
Nurse I participates in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit
goals in daily behavior.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develops, implements, and updates the patient’s plan of care based on on-going assessment of the patient and
  • input from the patient’s family.
  • Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient
  • care.
  • Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing
  • interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
  • Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan.
  • Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient’s changing needs.
  • Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides
  • support and feedback.
  • Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
  • Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience
  • to provide “quality” patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other
  • governing/accrediting health care bodies.
  • Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.
  • Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and
  • students.
  • Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support staff and students.
  • Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and
  • initiates strategies to meet such needs.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

    • Minimum Qualifications

  •  Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
  • Current AHA BLS/CPR and/or other required unit specific certifications.Additional education, training and/or work experience in the area specialization:
  • Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients,
    families, and health care providers.
  • Basic computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training.
  • Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.

    • New graduate nurses must meet the requirements above, must have completed their RN program, and have passed the NCLEX exam to be considered for this role.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Minimum BSN preferred of an accredited nursing program.
    • Nationally certified through ANCC approved certifier.

    Important Application Instructions:
    Click on the Apply Now button and fully complete all sections of the online application including:

    • Your RN degree(s) information and award date under the Education section
    • List your IL RN license number and award date, BLS and ACLS credential number and expiration date in the certification/ licensure sections. 
    • Include a detailed employment history clearly listing your nurse experience, and the unit/department the role was in, along with hours per week.  This information must be included even if a resume is uploaded.
    • You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas to supplement your application. Please note, the required information listed above must be included on the application itself. 
    • A blank application will disqualify you.

    Failure to include any of the information above will disqualify your application.

    Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

    The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.


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