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Registered Nurse RN - Surgical and Neuro Stepdown
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Chicago, IL, 60631
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Overview
- Department: Neuro Surgical Stepdown
- Schedule: Part Time, 7:00pm - 7:30am with alternating weekends
- Hospital: Resurrection Medical Center
- Location: Chicago, IL 60631
- Sign on Bonus: Up to $5,000
Responsibilities
Join our dedicated and compassionate team of nurses at Resurrection Medical Center. Resurrection Medical Center is a 305-bed nationally recognized and accredited teaching hospital that provides a comprehensive range of emergency, maternity, inpatient, and surgical services on Chicago’s Northwest Side.
As a RN on our Neuro Stepdown unit your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Deliver safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
- Direct and guide patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing.
- Respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.
- Provide a safe environment for patients and visitors.
- Utilize the chain of command when necessary to ensure patient well-being and appropriateness of care
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current and valid state RN License.
2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
4. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
5. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
6. Ventilator Management experience preferred.
7. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
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The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
Pay Transparency
Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $53.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Part Time < 60Shift
NightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Prime Healthcare is an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Working the 7pm to 7:30am shift as a Registered Nurse RN in surgical and neuro stepdown requires heightened vigilance for patient condition changes. Nurses manage complex neuro and post-surgical care with critical monitoring, often collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams during less staffed hours.
Neuro stepdown nurses must interpret neurological assessments and manage acute post-operative neuro patients, including ventilator care. Proficiency in arrhythmia recognition and rapid response to neuro complications distinguishes this role from standard medical-surgical nursing jobs.
Chicago’s large hospital network, including centers like Resurrection Medical Center, shows strong demand for neuro ICU and surgical stepdown nurses. Specialized skills such as ACLS certification and ventilator management raise candidates’ competitiveness amid a moderately high local hiring rate.
While a BSN is preferred, many Chicago hospitals value acute care experience and certifications. However, possessing a BSN can enhance advancement potential and salary negotiation leverage, especially in specialized units like neuro stepdown and surgical care.
Prime Healthcare Services offers part-time night shifts with a generous sign-on bonus up to $5,000 and a flexible benefits package tailored for individual needs. The supportive environment at Resurrection Medical Center fosters professional growth in neuro and surgical nursing specialties.
Prime Healthcare emphasizes equal opportunity and inclusivity, ensuring a respectful workplace free from discrimination. Their comprehensive benefits and focus on staff empowerment create a positive, collaborative culture for neuro and surgical RNs at Resurrection Medical Center.
Typical compensation for part-time Registered Nurses in neuro surgical stepdown at Resurrection Medical Center ranges from approximately $35.35 to $53.58 per hour, reflecting experience, certifications, and shift differentials common in Chicago’s healthcare sector.
In Chicago, current RN licensure, BLS, and ACLS certifications are essential. Additional skills like basic arrhythmia interpretation and ventilator management are highly sought after for neuro ICU and surgical stepdown nursing positions.
Located in Chicago’s northwest side (60631), Resurrection Medical Center offers accessibility via public transit and major roadways. Nurses often balance commuting time with shift schedules, with some preferring night shifts to avoid peak traffic hours.
Daily challenges include rapid assessment of neurological changes, coordinating family education, and managing complex post-surgical care. Nurses must maintain vigilance to ensure patient safety while juggling multiple critical tasks in a fast-paced environment.