Neurology Nurse Clinician: Patient-Centric Care Leader

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Nurse Clinician to provide patient-centered nursing care in a multidisciplinary environment. You will perform comprehensive assessments, implement nursing interventions, and educate patients and staff to support high-quality care.

The role emphasizes safe patient handling, timely documentation, and collaboration with physicians and administrative teams. CPR certification and Illinois RN licensure are required, with opportunities to participate in education and

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• RN licensure in the State of Illinois (Registered Professional Nurse).
• Certification in Basic CPR.
• Experience within past five years or recent graduate within past two years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in accordance with OSHA regulations and supervise equipment care.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments by phone or in person and coordinate care with physicians and staff.
• Provide routine nursing duties including phlebotomy, medication administration, and vital sign measurements.
• Interpret test results and document interventions in the patient record with clear, legible notes.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure appropriate patient care and triage calls using clinical assessment skills.
• Initiate and coordinate patient education; participate in staff teaching and community outreach as needed.
• Delegate tasks to Licensed Practical Nurses and Medical Assistants per Illinois law and policies.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and contribute to improving patient experience.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient education

Nursing assessment

Documentation

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Illinois RN license

CPR certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Nurse Clinician to provide patient-centered nursing care in a multidisciplinary environment. You will perform comprehensive assessments, implement nursing interventions, and educate patients and staff to support high-quality care.

The role emphasizes safe patient handling, timely documentation, and collaboration with physicians and administrative teams. CPR certification and Illinois RN licensure are required, with opportunities to participate in education and