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Rapid Response Nurse jobs are open across hospitals, health systems, and specialty care facilities at every level from new-grad float pool nurses to senior rapid response team leads, with specializations in critical care, telemetry monitoring, and acute care intervention. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a motivated Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to work in our Canning Thoracic Institute as part of our Medical Intensive Care Unit and Rapid Response Team as a Co-Lead APP. CTI operates collaboratively across the Northwestern Medicine health system to advance our mission to deliver the highest quality care for patients with disease of the chest, promote clinical innovation and discovery, and improve lung health in the greater Chicago community. This position will provide leadership and clinical oversight for the MICU APP Rapid Response Team, supporting staffing, mentorship, training, recruitment, multidisciplinary collaboration, and high-quality patient care.
Schedule: 3 12-Hour Shifts + Admin Time. Rotating Weekend and Night Coverage. No Call.
Location: Central Campus
Essential Functions:
Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities which may include diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems.
Responsible for health outcome of an assigned patient population.
Confers with collaborating physician and other health professionals in area of clinical expertise.
Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise.
Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice and patient care.
Actively participates in quality improvement and/or research pertinent to area of expertise.
Responsibilities:
Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area.
Provides direct clinical care to patients.
Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x-rays and procedures according to clinical privileges.
Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care.
Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and families.
Documents in the medical record all care and education provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible.
Refers to other disciplines as appropriate.
Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise.
Integrates research based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making.
Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation.
Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community.
Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure and privileging.
Serves as a patient advocate and role model for "Patients First".
Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate.
Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families.
Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff.
Serves as a role model and preceptor to students.
Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty.
Participates in quality improvement and/or research initiatives for specific patient population as appropriate.
AA/EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Qualifications
Required:
Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
Acute care certification required for APRNs (inpatient experience as an NP will be considered in lieu of acute care certification)
Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number
Privileged and credentialed through the Northwestern Medicine Medical Staff Office (MSO)
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association
Preferred:
Previous leadership experience preferred. Previous critical care experience required.
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
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.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
Click on or copy and paste URL to your browser to view detailed benefits information https://jobs.nm.org/benefits
Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.
If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a motivated Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to work in our Canning Thoracic Institute as part of our Medical Intensive Care Unit and Rapid Response Team as a Co-Lead APP. CTI operates collaboratively across the Northwestern Medicine health system to advance our mission to deliver the highest quality care for patients with disease of the chest, promote clinical innovation and discovery, and improve lung health in the greater Chicago community. This position will provide leadership and clinical oversight for the MICU APP Rapid Response Team, supporting staffing, mentorship, training, recruitment, multidisciplinary collaboration, and high-quality patient care.
Schedule: 3 12-Hour Shifts + Admin Time. Rotating Weekend and Night Coverage. No Call.
Location: Central Campus
Essential Functions:
Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities which may include diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems.
Responsible for health outcome of an assigned patient population.
Confers with collaborating physician and other health professionals in area of clinical expertise.
Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise.
Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice and patient care.
Actively participates in quality improvement and/or research pertinent to area of expertise.
Responsibilities:
Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area.
Provides direct clinical care to patients.
Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x-rays and procedures according to clinical privileges.
Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care.
Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and families.
Documents in the medical record all care and education provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible.
Refers to other disciplines as appropriate.
Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise.
Integrates research based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making.
Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation.
Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community.
Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure and privileging.
Serves as a patient advocate and role model for "Patients First".
Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate.
Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families.
Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff.
Serves as a role model and preceptor to students.
Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty.
Participates in quality improvement and/or research initiatives for specific patient population as appropriate.
AA/EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Qualifications
Required:
Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
Acute care certification required for APRNs (inpatient experience as an NP will be considered in lieu of acute care certification)
Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number
Privileged and credentialed through the Northwestern Medicine Medical Staff Office (MSO)
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association
Preferred:
Previous leadership experience preferred. Previous critical care experience required.
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
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.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
Click on or copy and paste URL to your browser to view detailed benefits information https://jobs.nm.org/benefits
Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.
If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in rapid response nurse jobs.
- Current RN license in the state of employment with no restrictions
- Minimum two to three years of ICU, CCU, or stepdown unit nursing experience
- Active ACLS and BLS certification required at time of hire
- Demonstrated experience recognizing and responding to patient deterioration and sepsis
- CCRN or PCCN certification preferred or required by most health systems
- Proficiency with electronic health records and bedside monitoring equipment
Tips for Your Rapid Response Nurse Job Search
Tailor your resume for acuity levels
Rapid response roles prioritize your ability to triage high-acuity deterioration quickly. List your ACLS and BLS certifications prominently, and quantify your experience by unit type and patient acuity rather than just bed count or general floor duties.
Highlight your code blue experience
Hiring managers for rapid response teams want to see direct code blue and rapid response call involvement. Name the specific clinical scenarios you've managed, such as respiratory failure, sepsis recognition, or hemodynamic instability, in your resume bullet points.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists rapid response nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your certifications
Many rapid response postings list CCRN or PCCN as preferred or required. Filter your search by those credential terms so you're not wasting applications on listings where your certification profile is a poor match from the start.
Prepare scenario answers for clinical interviews
Rapid response interviews almost always include scenario-based questions around patient deterioration calls. Practice structured clinical answers using SBAR, covering your assessment, your intervention rationale, and how you communicated with the attending physician.
Negotiate schedule and float pool terms
Rapid response nurses are often assigned to float pool or cross-unit coverage rotations. Before accepting an offer, clarify exactly which units you'll cover, your expected call frequency, and whether weekend or overnight rapid response obligations are built into your base schedule.
Rapid Response Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most rapid response nurses?
TikTok, Frontier Behavioral Health, and Orlando Health are hiring the most rapid response nurses right now, with openings concentrated in California, Florida, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems with large acute care campuses and trauma designations tend to post the most rapid response openings consistently throughout the year.
How many rapid response nurse jobs are remote?
About 23% of rapid response nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, as the bedside nature of the role requires on-site presence for most positions. The sub-areas with the most remote flexibility are rapid response education, clinical training coordination, and telehealth triage advisory roles that support rapid response protocols.
How do you become a rapid response nurse?
Start by earning your RN license and gaining at least two years of experience in a high-acuity unit such as the ICU, cardiac care, or a progressive care stepdown floor. Obtain your ACLS certification and pursue a CCRN or PCCN credential to strengthen your application. Most hospitals require candidates to demonstrate direct experience managing rapid deterioration calls, so documenting those encounters in your work history is essential before applying.
Can you get a rapid response nurse job with limited experience?
Most rapid response positions require prior critical care or high-acuity experience before hiring, but new RNs can build toward the role by targeting ICU or stepdown unit jobs first and volunteering to shadow rapid response team calls. Some health systems offer internal rapid response team rotations for nurses who have completed one to two years on a qualifying unit, which is the most direct path to your first formal rapid response position.
What does the rapid response nurse interview process look like?
The interview process typically includes a phone screen with HR, a clinical panel interview with the rapid response team lead or nurse manager, and one or more scenario-based assessments where you walk through a patient deterioration call from initial assessment to escalation. Some health systems also include a skills check-off or a shadowing shift before extending an offer to verify your clinical readiness in a real rapid response environment.
Where can I find and apply to rapid response nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to rapid response nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience, unit background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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