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Registered Nurse-Registry

Advocate Health · Oak Lawn, IL · $38.20–$57.30 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a shift on a labor and delivery or postpartum unit where a patient's condition changed quickly. What did you notice first and what did you do?

What they are checking: whether the candidate can spot early warning signs in OB patients and act without waiting to be told

As registry staff, you're new to this unit's routines and working with a permanent team you don't know well. How do you build trust with them fast enough to work safely together?

What they are checking: ability to integrate quickly into an unfamiliar team, which is the core challenge of registry work

Describe a time you had to delegate a task to an LPN or a nursing assistant and it didn't go the way you expected. What happened and what did you change?

What they are checking: judgment around scope of practice and follow-through on delegated care

Tell me about a time you caught a documentation gap or an inconsistency in the EHR that could have affected patient care. What did you do?

What they are checking: attentiveness to accurate, timely charting and willingness to correct problems

Tell me about a time you disagreed with another nurse or team member about a patient's care. How did you work it out?

What they are checking: conflict resolution skills and whether ego gets in the way of patient care

What does a culture of safety mean to you day to day, and can you give an example of when you spoke up about something unsafe?

What they are checking: willingness to report or challenge unsafe conditions rather than staying quiet

What keeps you current with evidence-based practice, and how have you applied something you learned recently to actual patient care?

What they are checking: commitment to ongoing education and whether learning translates into practice, not just certificates

What would you do

You're floated to a unit outside OB/GYN in the middle of a shift because staffing is short. Walk me through how you'd handle that transition.

What they are checking: flexibility and safety awareness when working outside their usual patient population, given the float requirement

Say you have three postpartum patients and one is starting to bleed more than expected while another's family is asking for pain medication timing and the third needs discharge teaching. How do you prioritize?

What they are checking: clinical prioritization and time management under competing demands typical of a busy OB unit

If a physician's order seems off for a patient's current condition, what do you do in the moment?

What they are checking: comfort advocating for patients and communicating up the chain without creating conflict

This role works every third weekend and every other holiday. How do you think about staying sharp and engaged on a schedule like that over time?

What they are checking: realistic expectations about the schedule and honesty about sustainability of registry shift patterns

About the work

What's your process for assessing a new admission to make sure your care plan actually fits what's going on with them, not just what's on the chart?

What they are checking: depth of understanding of the nursing process beyond rote steps

Walk me through how you'd de-escalate a patient or family member who is getting agitated on the unit.

What they are checking: practical skill with verbal de-escalation given the physical safety requirements listed in the posting

How do you adjust your assessment and communication approach when caring for patients across different ages, from a newborn to an older postpartum patient's own mother visiting?

What they are checking: understanding of age-specific care principles referenced in the job description

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The full job description

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Department: 35003 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Obstetrics/Gynecology: 6 East Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Work every 3rd weekend, every other holiday Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Major Responsibilities: • Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices. • Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care. • Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes. • Upholds and promotes a culture of safety. • Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed. • May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures. • Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation. • Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications. • Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care. • Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (i.e., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants, etc.). • Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation. • May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs. • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards Minimum Job Requirements Education Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program. Certification / Registration / License • Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty. • Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services Note : Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Experience Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking. • Time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. • Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E-mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.) clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments. 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. Preferred Job Requirements Education Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. 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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