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Register Nurse (RN) - General Pediatric

Advocate Health · Downers Grove, IL

Posted Sep 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to give a child an injection or draw blood and the child was terrified. What did you do?

comfort and skill with pediatric-specific comfort techniques and de-escalation

Tell me about a time a child needed to be physically held still for a procedure and the family was uncomfortable with that. How did you handle it?

ability to balance clinical necessity with family-centered communication and consent

Describe a situation where you disagreed with a provider's plan for a pediatric patient. What did you do?

willingness to advocate for the patient while working within the care team

Tell me about a time you had to de-escalate an upset or anxious parent.

communication skill and composure with families under stress

Technical

How do you calculate a pediatric medication dose when the order is by weight, and what do you do if the math doesn't feel right?

comfort with weight-based dosing and willingness to double-check or stop when unsure

What is your process for verifying a child's immunizations before administering a vaccine here today?

attention to protocol and accuracy in a high-volume, high-liability task

How do you approach documentation in the EHR when you're juggling multiple rooms and the clinic is running behind?

organizational habits and commitment to accurate charting under time pressure

What does patient safety look like to you in a pediatric outpatient setting, compared to inpatient?

understanding of the different risk profile and pace of ambulatory pediatric nursing

Situational

Walk me through how you triage a busy pediatric clinic phone or walk-in queue when three families need attention at once.

whether the candidate can prioritize safely in a fast-paced ambulatory setting with limited resources

A parent tells you their child's fever has been going on for five days but they don't have an appointment. What do you do?

judgment on when to escalate to a provider versus reassure or schedule

Since this is a PRN role with as little as 8 hours a month, how do you plan to stay current on clinic workflows and pediatric protocols between shifts?

self-direction and realistic expectations about maintaining competency with infrequent hours

If a child in the waiting room suddenly seems to be having a severe allergic reaction, what are your first steps?

emergency readiness and knowledge of anaphylaxis protocol in an outpatient setting

Since you'd be floating between the Downers Grove and Naperville locations depending on need, how do you handle stepping into a clinic you're less familiar with?

adaptability and confidence orienting quickly in a per diem, multi-site role

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The full job description

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Department: 01450 AMG Lombard Roosevelt Rd - Pediatrics: General Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN position, days and hours will be dependent on coverage needs. Expectation to work a minimum of 8 hours per month. Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25 Job Description Summary: The Ambulatory and Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN), a member of Advocate Health Nursing Professional Governance community, provides high- quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an ambulatory care setting. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, advocates for patient needs, and upholds professional practice standards to promote optimal health outcomes. Where You Will Work : Aurora Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health , one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive. We’re Looking For: 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 Minimum of 1 year of RN experience is preferred. What You’ll Do: Schedule: Mon, Tues, Wed, 8am-7pm, Thurs & Fri 8am-5pm, with possible coverage needs for Saturday clinic hours 8am-12pm. 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: 3825 Highland Ave. Downers Grove, IL 1020 E. Ogden Ave. Naperville, IL 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. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday. • Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. • Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions. • Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines. • Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed. • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. • Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. • Physical Abilities Testing may be required. • Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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