Nurse Clinician Coordinator - Vascular Interventional Radiology Full time Days

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking a Nurse Clinician Coordinator for Vascular Interventional Radiology. This role requires a Bachelor of Nursing Degree, a current Illinois RN license, and three years of clinical experience. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based care, coordinating patient services, and assessing patients' emotional and physical recovery. This position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to work within a leading healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in Illinois.
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience in ambulatory services.
• Ability to handle challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based patient care across the continuum.
• Facilitate access to care and coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families on care recommendations.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Excellent communication

Ability to analyze data

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Nursing Degree (BSN)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Nurse Clinician Coordinator - Vascular Interventional Radiology (Full Time - Days)

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.

Job Description

• The Nurse Clinician Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
• The Nurse Clinician Coordinator provides direct patient care and is accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care for designated patients.
• The Nurse Clinician Coordinator ensures that quality outcomes are achieved and demonstrates exceptional clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Provides evidence‑based patient care and is accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care for designated patients.
• Facilitates timeliness and access to care and coordinates complex care processes throughout the Northwestern Health Care System.
• Coordinates patient care across the continuum of care.
• Assists patients in interpreting care recommendations as needed.
• Assesses patient and family learning needs, assists in the development of evidence‑based educational material and provides patient and family education.
• Evaluates patients’ physical and emotional recovery from procedures and strives to promote patient wellness and comfort.
• Serves as a resource for patients and their families and helps to coordinate resources as needed.
• Monitors quality of care, as well as patient and physician satisfaction, through follow‑up discussions and assessments.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current license as a Registered Nurse – State of Illinois Professional Nurse.
• Bachelor of Nursing Degree (BSN) with three years of clinical experience in ambulatory services.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Outlook and database entry.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and knowledge of quality improvement.
• Ability to effectively build clinical networks and lead system change.
• Ability to effectively handle challenging situations.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data for decision‑making purposes.
• Ability to adapt to changes in work environment, delays or unexpected events.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and monitors own work for accuracy.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Preferred:

• Three years of Clinical experience in the area of clinical specialty.
• Experience with ambulatory operations.
• Experience with process improvement.

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.

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. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign‑On Bonus Eligibility

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 at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.