Registered Nurse RN - Acute Medical Surgical
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Des Plaines, IL, 60016
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Overview
- Department: Medical Surgical Telemetry
- Schedule: Full Time, 7:00pm - 7:30am with alternating weekends
- Hospital: Holy Family Medical Center - LTACH
- Location: Des Plaines, IL 60016
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000
Responsibilities
The LTACH Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the Med/Surg Telemetry Unit. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to their assigned patients. They communicate with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.
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 preferred.
4. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
5. Ventilator Management experience preferred.
6. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
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
Holy Family 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.
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Employment Status
Full TimeShift
NightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits 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 7:00pm to 7:30am shifts at Holy Family Medical Center offers unique challenges and opportunities. Nurses often experience quieter hospital environments at night but must adapt their sleep patterns and personal routines accordingly. Many find this schedule beneficial for daytime commitments but recommend strong time management to maintain balance.
While a valid Illinois RN license is essential, holding BLS and ACLS certifications significantly boosts your profile for acute medical surgical nursing positions. Employers in Des Plaines highly value ventilator management experience due to the LTACH setting, and a BSN degree can further distinguish candidates in this competitive market.
Acute medical surgical RNs focus on managing complex, rapidly changing patient conditions, especially involving telemetry monitoring. This contrasts with other nursing fields that might center on chronic care or outpatient procedures. RNs here must swiftly interpret cardiac data and coordinate multidisciplinary care, requiring specialized clinical acuity.
Registered Nurses in this specialty often progress toward roles like Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Educator, or Nurse Manager within Prime Healthcare. Gaining expertise in ventilator management and telemetry can lead to leadership in critical care units or opportunities to transition into acute care nurse practitioner roles.
Prime Healthcare emphasizes collaboration, where RNs actively communicate patient status changes and coordinate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. This role fosters a supportive environment encouraging nurses to lead patient education and care planning within the medical surgical telemetry department.
Yes, Prime Healthcare provides comprehensive benefits allowing customization to individual needs, including paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. Night-shift RNs benefit from programs designed to support wellness and work-life balance, reflecting the company’s commitment to staff empowerment.
For acute medical surgical RN roles at Holy Family Medical Center, compensation typically ranges from $35.35 to $53.58 per hour. This reflects factors like experience, education, and certifications, with additional benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage enhancing the overall package.
Des Plaines exhibits strong demand for acute care RNs due to its proximity to Chicago and multiple healthcare facilities. The competition is robust but favorable for candidates with advanced skills like telemetry and ventilator management, making it a promising location for registered nurses seeking growth.
RNs in LTACH settings manage patients with prolonged, complex medical needs, requiring vigilance in monitoring chronic conditions and potential complications. Balancing acute interventions with long-term care planning demands adaptability and strong clinical judgment unique to this environment.
Proficiency in cardiac telemetry interpretation, ventilator support, and rapid response to patient status changes are critical. Coupled with strong communication and patient education skills, these competencies enable nurses to deliver high-quality care in Prime Healthcare’s acute medical surgical telemetry unit.