NICU Care Coordinator

Rush Copley Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush Copley Medical Center in Illinois is seeking a dedicated NICU Care Coordinator to oversee the care of newborns and families, partnering with physicians and the interdisciplinary team. You will guide families through the care process, coordinate transitions from hospital to home, and use evidence-based practice to improve outcomes.

RN licensure in IL, CPR, NRP/STABLE within timelines are required. This role emphasizes compassionate education, referrals, and judicious use of resources to

Qualifications

• Nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher.
• Illinois RN License is required.
• CPR certification; neonatal ICU preferred or obtained within 2 years.
• NRP & STABLE required within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum 2 years Level III NICU experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care for NICU patients across the care team.
• Facilitate transition from hospital to home or within the community.
• Educate families and provide referrals as indicated.
• Monitor quality indicators and participate in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Family Education

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Position Summary

The NICU Care Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of patient care for the NICU population by assessing the individual needs of each patient and family, guiding them through the health care system, collaborating with physicians, providing the family with support, education, indicated referrals, and other assistance throughout the patient care experience. Facilitates a smooth transition between the infant’s hospitalization and discharge to home or within the community. The coordinator is responsible for establishing and managing an ongoing relationship with the interdisciplinary team to facilitate a timely, integrated, and coordinated approach to care with judicious use of resources across the healthcare continuum. Utilizes evidence based practice, clinical expertise, problem solving and communication skills to achieve optimal outcomes within an appropriate time frame. Monitors and reports on quality indicators and performance improvement initiatives to enhance processes and quality outcomes. The position models the Rush Copley Medical Center mission, vision and values, the Care Model, and acts in accordance with Rush Copley Medical Center and nursing policies and procedures. The coordinator assures the highest degree of quality care is followed at all times keeping the care and safety of the assigned patient population as a top priority.

Requirements

Education

Nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher. Graduate level preferred

Licensure

State of IL RN License

Certification

CPR, Certification neonatal intensive care preferred or obtained within 2 years of hire. NRP & STABLE required within 6 months of hire

Experience

Minimum of 2 years Level III NICU experience required

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