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Get Access To All JobsUI Health - Staff Nurse I - Cardiovascular Services - Cath Lab
Hiring Department: Cardiovascular Services - Cath Lab
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1042325
FTE: 1.0
Work Schedule: 10hr days, oncall, wknd,hol
Shift: Flex Days
# of Positions: 1
Posting Date: 08/21/2026
This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.
Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $37.52/hr. to $84.22/hr. The final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.
About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes the initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care, and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. This position integrates professional practice model, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies. The Staff Nurse I engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to advocate for the patient, develops an appropriate patient educational plan, and responds to patient's changing needs while sharing information and collaborating with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. The Staff Nurse I participates in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior.
Duties & Responsibilities
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Develops, implements, and updates the patient’s plan of care based on ongoing assessment of the patient and input from the patient’s family.
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Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care.
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Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
-
Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan.
-
Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient’s changing needs.
-
Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback.
-
Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
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Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide “quality” patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies.
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Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.
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Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
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Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support staff and students.
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Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs.
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Other duties as assigned.
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Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
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Graduated from a BSN degree program.
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Current BLS/CPR and/or other required unit specific certifications.
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Current (ACLS) advanced cardiac life support, or within 6 months of hire for main hospital.
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Flex shifts 10 hour Days M-F with shared On-Call rotation consisting of Nights, Weekends, and Holidays.
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Must live within 30 minutes of the hospital for taking Call.
Preferred Qualifications
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Excellent Attendance, interpersonal skills, dependability, and work history.
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Two years Cath Lab or EP Lab experience.
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
UI Health - Staff Nurse I - Cardiovascular Services - Cath Lab
Hiring Department: Cardiovascular Services - Cath Lab
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1042325
FTE: 1.0
Work Schedule: 10hr days, oncall, wknd,hol
Shift: Flex Days
# of Positions: 1
Posting Date: 08/21/2026
This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.
Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $37.52/hr. to $84.22/hr. The final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.
About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes the initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care, and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. This position integrates professional practice model, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies. The Staff Nurse I engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to advocate for the patient, develops an appropriate patient educational plan, and responds to patient's changing needs while sharing information and collaborating with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. The Staff Nurse I participates in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior.
Duties & Responsibilities
-
Develops, implements, and updates the patient’s plan of care based on ongoing assessment of the patient and input from the patient’s family.
-
Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care.
-
Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
-
Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan.
-
Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient’s changing needs.
-
Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback.
-
Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
-
Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide “quality” patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies.
-
Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.
-
Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
-
Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support staff and students.
-
Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs.
-
Other duties as assigned.
-
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
-
Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
-
Graduated from a BSN degree program.
-
Current BLS/CPR and/or other required unit specific certifications.
-
Current (ACLS) advanced cardiac life support, or within 6 months of hire for main hospital.
-
Flex shifts 10 hour Days M-F with shared On-Call rotation consisting of Nights, Weekends, and Holidays.
-
Must live within 30 minutes of the hospital for taking Call.
Preferred Qualifications
-
Excellent Attendance, interpersonal skills, dependability, and work history.
-
Two years Cath Lab or EP Lab experience.
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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Target research and faculty roles first
University of Illinois sponsors the vast majority of its visas for academic and research positions. Prioritizing faculty, postdoctoral, and research scientist roles gives you the strongest chance of landing a sponsored position within the university system.
Understand the academic hiring calendar
Higher education hiring follows a predictable cycle. Faculty searches typically open in fall for the following academic year. Aligning your application timeline with this cycle puts you ahead of candidates who apply outside the university's standard recruitment windows.
Connect with the international office early
The University of Illinois has a dedicated international scholars office that handles visa processing. Reaching out early in the hiring process helps you understand timelines, required documents, and any department-specific requirements before an offer is formally extended.
Use Migrate Mate to find open sponsored roles
University of Illinois posts openings across multiple departments and campuses. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can filter by real sponsorship history and focus only on roles where international candidates have a genuine path to work authorization.
Prepare for a longer hiring process than private sector
University hiring committees, faculty votes, and budget approvals mean the timeline from application to offer runs longer than most private employers. Build buffer time into your visa or OPT expiration planning so a delayed offer doesn't create a status gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Illinois sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, University of Illinois sponsors H-1B visas and is one of the more active H-1B sponsors in U.S. higher education. Sponsorship is concentrated in research, faculty, and specialized professional staff roles. The university's international scholars services office manages the H-1B petition process, and sponsorship is typically initiated after a formal offer is extended.
Which roles at University of Illinois are most likely to receive visa sponsorship?
Visa sponsorship at University of Illinois is most common in academic and research positions, including tenure-track faculty, postdoctoral researchers, research scientists, and certain specialized administrative or technical staff roles. Roles in STEM departments, medicine, and engineering tend to generate the highest sponsorship activity. General administrative or entry-level support roles are sponsored less frequently.
Does University of Illinois sponsor Green Cards for employees?
Yes, University of Illinois sponsors Green Cards, primarily through the EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based immigrant visa categories. Green Card sponsorship is generally offered to long-term employees, particularly those in faculty or senior research roles. The process is initiated by the department and coordinated through the university's international scholars office, with timelines that vary based on the applicant's country of birth and priority date.
How do I apply for a sponsored role at University of Illinois as an international candidate?
Apply through the university's official jobs portal, ensuring your application clearly reflects the qualifications required for H-1B specialty occupation eligibility. If your background aligns with a posted research or faculty position, note your visa status in any pre-screening questions. Migrate Mate lists University of Illinois openings verified for sponsorship history, letting you browse relevant roles without filtering through unsponsored listings manually.
How do I know if a specific University of Illinois job will include visa sponsorship?
Not every University of Illinois posting includes explicit visa sponsorship language, but the university's track record is strongest in academic, research, and highly specialized technical roles. Reviewing the job description for degree and specialty requirements is a reliable signal. If a role requires a specific field of study and advanced credentials, it's more likely to support H-1B sponsorship than a general-purpose administrative position.