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Registered Nurse (RN) - Immediate Care Clinic

Advocate Health · Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had a patient who was clearly anxious or upset about their condition. How did you handle it?

bedside manner and de-escalation skill in a setting where patients often arrive scared or in pain

Tell me about a time you disagreed with a provider's plan for a patient. What did you do?

whether the candidate can advocate for patients while still working respectfully within an interdisciplinary team

Tell me about a time you made a mistake or almost made one with a patient. What happened and what did you do afterward?

honesty, accountability, and commitment to patient safety culture

Tell me about a time you had to explain a care plan or instructions to a patient who didn't seem to understand or agree with it.

communication skill and patient education ability across diverse populations

What draws you to ambulatory or immediate care nursing specifically, rather than inpatient or ED work?

genuine motivation and fit for the pace and scope of a walk-in clinic versus other nursing settings

Technical

What's your experience with IV insertion and other hands-on procedures, and how do you keep your skills sharp?

actual proficiency with the fine motor clinical skills the posting calls out specifically

What does evidence-based practice mean to you, and can you give an example of applying it in your daily nursing care?

whether the candidate understands and actually uses clinical guidelines rather than just habit

How do you monitor a patient's recovery before discharge to make sure they're actually ready to go home?

clinical judgment around discharge readiness, a specific responsibility named in this role

How do you handle exposure risks, like blood, body fluids, or communicable disease, in your daily routine?

compliance with infection control and PPE protocols

Situational

Walk me through how you triage patients when the waiting room is full and someone walks in who might be sicker than they look.

whether the candidate can prioritize acuity quickly in a fast-paced walk-in setting without formal triage protocols of an ED

Describe a shift where you were juggling several patients at once, some waiting for results, some ready for discharge, some new arrivals. How did you keep track of everything?

organizational ability and multitasking under the volume typical of an immediate care clinic

If a patient started to become physically aggressive or combative, what would your first steps be?

knowledge of safety protocols, verbal de-escalation, and when to call for backup

This role has rotating 12 and 8 hour shifts along with weekends and holidays. How do you manage your energy and focus across that kind of schedule?

realistic fit with the specific shift pattern and stamina for physically demanding, variable hours

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 02190 AMG Chicago N Clark - Immediate Care Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Two 12 hours Shifts (8a-8pm) Two 8-hour Shifts (1130a-8pm) Rotating weekends and holidays (weekends are every 1st and 3rd) 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 :  Advocate 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  What You’ll Do:   Schedule:  Mon-Friday two 12hr shifts (8a-8p) two 8 hr shifts (11:30a-8pm)) Rotating weekends (every 1st and 3rd weekend). Rotating holidays. 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. This RN role helps support the monitoring and recovery of patients prior to discharge.  About This Location:   Our Advocate Medical Group Immediate Care Center in Chicago provides high-quality, patient-centered care for a wide range of minor illnesses and injuries in a collaborative ambulatory Immediate Care setting. Serving patients across the lifespan, the clinic offers RNs the opportunity to care for diverse patient populations, support same-day health needs, and work alongside an interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and an outstanding patient experience. 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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