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Registered Nurse - Transition to Practice - Emergency Department - Night

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

Posted Oct 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

What draws you to emergency nursing, and what in your background has prepared you for it?

What they are checking: Whether they've thought seriously about the ED and bring acute care skills they can build on.

Tell me about a time you were outside your comfort zone clinically. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they ask for help and learn quickly, which matters most in a transition program.

How do you handle seeing a patient die or a very traumatic case on shift?

What they are checking: Whether they have healthy ways to cope so they can keep working well in emergency care.

How do you stay alert and safe working 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.?

What they are checking: Whether they have realistic strategies for the fatigue and safety risks of night shift.

What would you do

The program has classroom time during the day while you work nights. How will you manage that?

What they are checking: Whether they've planned for the demands of the transition program alongside night shifts.

A patient becomes aggressive and threatens staff. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they de-escalate safely and know when to call for security or help.

A physician gives a verbal order you think may be wrong. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they speak up and clarify orders to protect patient safety.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd triage three patients who arrive at the same time with chest pain, a broken wrist and a high fever.

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize by acuity and recognize which patient may be most unstable.

How do you recognize a patient who is getting worse quickly?

What they are checking: Whether they know early warning signs and act fast, which is central to ED nursing.

How do you make sure your practice follows the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and hospital policy in a fast setting?

What they are checking: Whether they stay within scope and follow protocols even when the ED is busy.

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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. 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: Edward Hospital, Naperville, 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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