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Registered Nurse - Transition to Practice - Emergency Department - Night

Endeavor Health · Elmhurst, IL · $37.25–$57.74 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you used your ACLS skills in a real code.

What they are checking: Whether they have performed under pressure and understand their role in a resuscitation team.

How do you keep yourself sharp and safe working 12-hour night shifts?

What they are checking: Whether they have real habits that manage fatigue, since tired nurses make more errors.

Tell me about a time you advocated for a patient when you disagreed with the plan of care.

What they are checking: Whether they speak up for patient safety even when it is uncomfortable.

What would you do

A patient's condition suddenly gets worse at 3 a.m. and the physician is busy with another critical patient. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they act on their assessment, use available resources and escalate clearly under pressure.

How do you guide a patient care tech when the department is slammed?

What they are checking: Whether they delegate clearly and safely to unlicensed staff during busy times.

A family member is yelling at the nursing station about wait times. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can de-escalate conflict while keeping patients and staff safe.

How do you care for a patient in a mental health crisis in a busy ED?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep the patient and others safe while treating the person with respect.

About the work

Walk me through how you triage three patients who arrive at the same time: chest pain, a child with a fever, and a laceration.

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize correctly using ESI-style thinking, which is the core of ED nursing.

What are the early signs of sepsis you watch for in the ED, and what do you do when you see them?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize sepsis early and know to start the protocol quickly.

How do you give a safe handoff report at the end of a night shift?

What they are checking: Whether they use a structured handoff so nothing important is missed at shift change.

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The full job description

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Hourly Pay Range: $37.25 - $57.74 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Job Description Endeavor Health is currently conducting a comprehensive review of our compensation structure. The new minimum for this role will be adjusted to $37.25 base pay hourly rate beginning with the second paycheck in October 2026. Registered Nurse - Transition to Practice - Emergency Department - Night Ready to take your nursing career into the Emergency Department? Our Emergency Department Transition to Practice Program at Edward Hospital in Naperville provides experienced nurses with the education, clinical support, and structured learning needed to build confidence and expand their emergency nursing skills. Whether you’re an acute care nurse looking to transition into the ED or an early-career ED nurse ready to strengthen your practice, this program offers an opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment while making a meaningful difference for patients when they need care most. Position Highlights: • Position: Registered Nurse - Transition to Practice - Emergency Department - Night • Location: Elmhurst Hospital, Elmhurst, IL • Hours: Full time – 36 hours per week, night shift (7p-7a) • Transition Program Schedule: Classroom education is scheduled during day shift hours What you will do: • Provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies. • Use critical thinking and clinical judgment to assess patients, recognize changes in condition, and prioritize care. • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care. • Monitor patient progress and accurately document assessments, interventions, and relevant clinical observations. • Respond effectively to changing patient needs in a fast-paced environment. • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care. • Appropriately delegate tasks while maintaining accountability for patient outcomes. • Contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment focused on patient safety, quality, and exceptional care. What you will need: • License: Current professional Nursing Licensure in the State of IL required. • Education: Associate degree or higher in Nursing; If Associate Degree in Nursing is the highest degree held, must graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing within five years of position start date. • Certification: CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required. The following certifications may be completed during the Transition Program and are required within three months of starting the position: • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) • Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS) • Experience: One year of acute care nursing experience is required; candidates with 6-9 months of ED specific experience interested in growing within our program are encouraged to apply. Benefits (For full time or part time positions): • Premium pay such as shift, weekend, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (for eligible positions) • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options • Tuition Reimbursement • Free Parking • Wellness Program Savings Plan • Health Savings Account Options • Retirement Options with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay • Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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