Oncology Clinical Coordinator – Night Shift Charge Nurse

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Clinical Coordinator and Charge Nurse for the Oncology unit on the night shift. You will oversee shift operations, coordinate staffing, and direct patient care for the team, ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with hospital-wide initiatives, and budget-conscious staffing decisions. Minimum requirements include a BSN, Illinois RN license, 2+ years in a clinical specialty, and CPR/BLS.

Qualifications

• BSN required and RN licensed in Illinois.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• 2+ years in a clinical specialty.
• MSN is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates unit operations on a shift basis according to policy, procedure, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates unit-based staffing assignments to achieve high-quality, cost-effective care.
• Directs patient care provided by staff nurses and support personnel for a specific shift.
• Leads committees and trials to improve unit performance and patient outcomes.
• Communicates with patients and families about nursing care and plans.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff coordination

Patient care

Communication with patients

Education

BSN

Illinois RN license

CPR/BLS

MSN (preferred)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Clinical Coordinator and Charge Nurse for the Oncology unit on the night shift. You will oversee shift operations, coordinate staffing, and direct patient care for the team, ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with hospital-wide initiatives, and budget-conscious staffing decisions. Minimum requirements include a BSN, Illinois RN license, 2+ years in a clinical specialty, and CPR/BLS.