Resource Nurse

About Humboldt Park Health

As a community-based hospital, Humboldt Park Health reinvests in the community through programs that serve the poor and uninsured, manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, provide health education, and promote initiatives and outreach for older adults. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring, and connection for the patients and families in the community we call home.

Since its founding in 1894, Humboldt Park Health has been deeply committed to serving the Humboldt Park community. Humboldt Park Health is a 200-bed acute care facility providing patient-centered healthcare services focused on quality and compassionate care, ranging from everyday healthcare needs to treatment for the most critical conditions.

Join a Team That Cares for You, Too

Caring for others starts with supporting the people who make it possible. We are committed to supporting our employees with meaningful benefits, retirement planning support, and opportunities for continued growth and development. Whether you are seeking a full-time, part-time, or Registry position, you will be part of a compassionate, team-oriented environment dedicated to caring for both our patients and our staff.

Benefits

Benefits eligibility and offerings vary based on employment status and applicable plan requirements. Eligible employees may have access to:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, subject to eligibility requirements
• Paid Time Off (PTO), which may increase with years of service
• Employee discount at the Humboldt Park Health Wellness Center
• Education reimbursement, subject to eligibility requirements
• Employee wellness programs
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Opportunities for additional shifts, where applicable

Benefits, eligibility, and employer contributions are subject to the applicable plan documents, employment status, and organizational policies.

Position Summary

The Resource Nurse serves as a highly skilled and adaptable member of the acute care team, providing direct patient care and specialized support across multiple units. This role requires advanced clinical proficiency—including IV placement using ultrasound guidance—and the ability to respond rapidly to fluctuating patient or staffing needs throughout the hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients in various acute care units, including medical-surgical, telemetry, and intensive care.
• Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff, advising on complex cases and providing hands-on support for advanced procedures, including ultrasound-guided IV insertion.
• Float seamlessly between units based on patient acuity, census, and staffing demands.
• Perform ultrasound-guided peripheral IV insertions, troubleshoot difficult IV access cases, and educate staff on best practices for vascular access.
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring of new or temporary staff.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide critical support during code events or periods of high census.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all patient care activities, including advanced procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives, especially those related to vascular access and infection prevention.
• Remain current with hospital protocols, policies, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Conduct concurrent (during the hospital stay) and retrospective (post-discharge) audits to verify completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of nursing notes
• Participate in hospital and department meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of acute care nursing experience, with demonstrated proficiency in multiple specialties or units.
• Documented experience in ultrasound-guided IV insertion; vascular access certification preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new clinical environments and shifting priorities.