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Inpatient RN, Observation

UW Health · Rockford, IL, US

Spotted 9m ago

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Work mode
On-site
Level
Entry level
Experience
2+ years
Posted
Nov 5, 2026
Last confirmed open
Nov 5, 2026
Job description

About this role

Work Schedule

Per Diem, varied schedule, based on unit guidelines. You will work at the UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital.

Additional components of compensation may include

Evening, night, and weekend shift differential

Overtime

On-call pay

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

Annual wellness reimbursement

Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

Tuition reimbursement for career advancement-ask about our fully funded programs!

Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

Strong shared governance structure

Commitment to employee voice

Qualifications* Graduate from an accredited school of nursing program. Required

Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained. Required

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Work Experience* No minimum experience required.

  • 911 Call Center Triage Only - 2 years experience in an Emergency Room setting or Psychiatric Nursing setting. Required

911 Call Center Triage Only - Community nursing experience. Preferred

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Licenses & Certifications* Current RN licensure to practice in the State of Illinois. Required

  • Basic Life Support/CPR Certification. Required
  • Must possess a current, valid driver’s license issued by the individual’s state of residence. Upon Hire Required
  • Specialty certification in area of concentration. Preferred

9th Floor Only: ACLS certification within two years of hire. Preferred

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Our Commitment to Social Impact and BelongingUW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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