Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Cardiac Tele - Night Shift

Azza HealthCare Agency; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health options

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plans

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Chicago, IL seeks a Clinical Nurse Coordinator for 7E Cardiac Tele to oversee unit operations and provide clinical leadership. The role includes coordinating patient admissions, transfers and discharges, and conducting patient rounds to ensure smooth functioning of the unit.

Applicants should hold an Illinois RN license with at least two years of staff nursing experience. A BSN is preferred, CPR certification is required, and board certification within two years is

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing program with RN license in Illinois.
• Two+ years of staff nursing experience.
• BSN preferred; CPR certification required.
• Board certification within two years desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Conduct patient rounds and supervise unit operations.
• Oversee staffing and assignments based on acuity.
• Mentor staff and participate in staff orientation.
• Participate in emergency responses and quality initiatives.
• Support communication across departments and safety initiatives.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Leadership

Communication

Staff mentoring

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Tools

CPR certification

Illinois RN license

Job description

Position:

Clinical Nurse Coordinator - 7E Cardiac Tele

Location:

Chicago, IL

Role Overview:

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator is a registered nurse responsible for facilitating unit operations, providing clinical expertise, and acting as a resource for staff and medical teams. Key duties include coordinating patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, conducting patient rounds, managing staffing and assignments based on acuity, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. The role involves delegating tasks, mentoring staff, participating in emergency responses, and ensuring seamless communication across departments. The coordinator also plays a vital role in staff orientation, performance evaluations, and process improvements.

Qualifications & Skills:

Graduate of an approved nursing program, with a Bachelor of Nursing preferred; at least two years of staff nursing experience; clinical skills, effective communication, teaching, and motivational abilities; and current Illinois RN license. Specialty board certification within two years is desirable, along with CPR certification.

Key Duties:

Facilitate patient care and unit functioning, oversee staffing, delegate tasks, participate in emergency and disaster protocols, evaluate staff, and support quality and safety initiatives. The role requires critical thinking, leadership, and collaboration to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

The position offers competitive pay, benefits including health options, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment dedicated to delivering high-quality community healthcare.