Nurse Care Manager: Chronic Care & Coordination (Part-Time)

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 689,000; Part time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL seeks a Nurse Care Manager (part-time) who coordinates care for discharged patients and acts as an educator and advocate. The nurse provides telephonic outreach, collaborates with the care team, and applies evidence-based guidelines to improve outcomes.

Required are a BSN, Illinois RN licensure, and 2+ years of varied patient care with strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and Illinois RN licensure required.
• Two years nursing experience across neonate to geriatric care with case management knowledge.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates communication with patients and care team, coordinates referrals and resources.
• Adheres to evidence-based guidelines for chronic care/disease management.
• Documents individualized care plans and tracks patient outcomes.
• Triages calls and provides patient education tailored to language and learning needs.
• Participates in quality improvement and inter-professional team meetings.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL seeks a Nurse Care Manager (part-time) who coordinates care for discharged patients and acts as an educator and advocate. The nurse provides telephonic outreach, collaborates with the care team, and applies evidence-based guidelines to improve outcomes.

Required are a BSN, Illinois RN licensure, and 2+ years of varied patient care with strong communication and analytical skills.