Mid Level Acute Care Nurse Jobs
Mid level acute care nurse jobs go to nurses ready to own complex patient assignments, mentor newer staff, and make real-time clinical decisions with minimal oversight. Openings are predominantly on-site across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Medical Devices, with employers like Cone Health, Bassett Healthcare Network, and Banner Health hiring at this level now.
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Compensation: $8,000 - $70,000, based on skills, experience, and availability.
This is a part time position. Hours and teaching assignments may be negotiated, but will not exceed 18.5 hours a week.
Benefits
Faculty who work 18.5 hours or more per week are eligible for medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan which includes an 8% employer contribution after two years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee well-being and work-life balance. Part-time benefits-eligible faculty are eligible for up to 24 prorated days of vacation / personal leave, 15 pro-rated sick days, and 9 holidays (if regularly scheduled to work on a University holiday), winter break, plus 2 floating holidays.
Faculty who work less than 18.5 hours a week are not eligible for our regular employee benefits, however all RFU employees are eligible to accrue personal leave in accordance with IL law. All RFU employees are also eligible to make unmatched contributions to voluntary supplemental pre-tax and post-tax retirement plans.
Position Summary
Deliver education within the Doctor of Nursing Practice Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program (AGACNP) and within the Post-Graduate Certificate AGACNP Program.
Who We Are
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA.
Today, the university’s 6 colleges continue Dr Franklin’s legacy through rigorous academics, pioneering research, and innovative community service. Our unique interprofessional education model allows students to learn from and with each other in a variety of settings, including our simulation labs, the student-led Interprofessional Community Clinic, and through partnerships with area hospitals and clinics. RFU is a national leader in interprofessional research and practices, and is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide direct instruction through the remote delivery of assigned lectures and interactive case-based discussions
- Provide mentorship and advisement for assigned students
- Provide oversight of students engaged in clinical residency training
- Provide simulation education (as assigned based on availability for in-person teaching in North Chicago, IL)
- Serve as a doctoral project advisor for assigned students
Conditions of Employment
- Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check
Required Education & Experience
- Doctor of Nursing Practice or PhD degree
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification
- Unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse (RN) and an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- The knowledge, skills, and abilities required to safely and competently deliver services as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three to five years of experience practicing as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Experience as a nursing educator at the graduate level
Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions
- Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
EOE, Including Disability / Vets
Compensation: $8,000 - $70,000, based on skills, experience, and availability.
This is a part time position. Hours and teaching assignments may be negotiated, but will not exceed 18.5 hours a week.
Benefits
Faculty who work 18.5 hours or more per week are eligible for medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan which includes an 8% employer contribution after two years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee well-being and work-life balance. Part-time benefits-eligible faculty are eligible for up to 24 prorated days of vacation / personal leave, 15 pro-rated sick days, and 9 holidays (if regularly scheduled to work on a University holiday), winter break, plus 2 floating holidays.
Faculty who work less than 18.5 hours a week are not eligible for our regular employee benefits, however all RFU employees are eligible to accrue personal leave in accordance with IL law. All RFU employees are also eligible to make unmatched contributions to voluntary supplemental pre-tax and post-tax retirement plans.
Position Summary
Deliver education within the Doctor of Nursing Practice Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program (AGACNP) and within the Post-Graduate Certificate AGACNP Program.
Who We Are
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA.
Today, the university’s 6 colleges continue Dr Franklin’s legacy through rigorous academics, pioneering research, and innovative community service. Our unique interprofessional education model allows students to learn from and with each other in a variety of settings, including our simulation labs, the student-led Interprofessional Community Clinic, and through partnerships with area hospitals and clinics. RFU is a national leader in interprofessional research and practices, and is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide direct instruction through the remote delivery of assigned lectures and interactive case-based discussions
- Provide mentorship and advisement for assigned students
- Provide oversight of students engaged in clinical residency training
- Provide simulation education (as assigned based on availability for in-person teaching in North Chicago, IL)
- Serve as a doctoral project advisor for assigned students
Conditions of Employment
- Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check
Required Education & Experience
- Doctor of Nursing Practice or PhD degree
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification
- Unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse (RN) and an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- The knowledge, skills, and abilities required to safely and competently deliver services as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three to five years of experience practicing as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Experience as a nursing educator at the graduate level
Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions
- Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
EOE, Including Disability / Vets
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Mid Level Acute Care Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level acute care nurse job?
Position yourself by leading with the clinical complexity you already manage independently. Highlight patient acuity levels, procedures you perform without direct supervision, and any charge or preceptor responsibilities you have taken on. Tailor your resume to match the unit's patient population, certifications like CCRN or PCCN if relevant, and use specific clinical outcomes to demonstrate your readiness to operate with less oversight.
Which companies hire mid level acute care nurses?
Companies hiring mid level acute care nurses right now include Cone Health, Bassett Healthcare Network, and Banner Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large health systems, regional hospital networks, and specialty acute care facilities seeking experienced nurses who can function independently on demanding units.
Are there remote mid level acute care nurse jobs?
Yes, though most acute care nursing roles are on-site by nature. About 15% of mid level acute care nurse openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to be in care management, utilization review, or telehealth roles that draw on bedside experience without requiring direct patient contact.
How do I move up to a mid level acute care nurse role?
Moving into a mid level role comes from consistently deepening your clinical skills over time, taking ownership of increasingly complex patients, and volunteering for charge shifts or preceptor assignments. Earning a specialty certification and building a record of independent decision-making signals readiness to hiring managers. Nurses who pursue additional training in their unit's core patient population typically make the transition more quickly.
Which industries hire the most mid level acute care nurses?
Mid Level acute care nurse roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the strongest demand because they operate high-acuity units, step-down care environments, and specialty services that require nurses experienced enough to work with limited supervision.