Nurse Clinician: Patient Care, Education & Collaboration

Northwesternmedicine; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Nurse Clinician to work in a multidisciplinary environment, performing patient assessments and implementing nursing interventions. The role emphasizes independent judgment, creativity in resolving patient care issues, and initiating education for patients served by this unit.

Responsibilities include conducting thorough assessments, documenting in the medical record, triaging calls, and coordinating care with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing and RN license required.
• 2 years of relevant clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care.
• Basic CPR certification required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for patient and team interactions.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments in person or via phone.
• Provide and document nursing interventions and care plans.
• Initiate and coordinate patient education for the unit served.
• Document assessments clearly and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Triage and prioritize incoming calls; coordinate with care teams.
• Collaborate with departments to coordinate patient care and ensure safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient assessment

Documentation

Nursing interventions

Education for patients

Independent thinking

Creativity

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

State Licensed Registered Nurse

Certification in Basic CPR

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Nurse Clinician to work in a multidisciplinary environment, performing patient assessments and implementing nursing interventions. The role emphasizes independent judgment, creativity in resolving patient care issues, and initiating education for patients served by this unit.

Responsibilities include conducting thorough assessments, documenting in the medical record, triaging calls, and coordinating care with physicians and staff.