Oncology Nurse Clinician: Multidisciplinary Care Coordinator

Northwestern Medicine; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oncology Nurse Clinician at Northwestern Medicine coordinates multidisciplinary care using the nursing process, ensuring patient safety and high-quality outcomes within a collaborative team in Illinois.

Responsibilities include assessing patients and families, coordinating referrals, educating patients and caregivers, and supporting transitions of care while maintaining regulatory compliance and ethical standards within NM's care environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Illinois required.
• BLS certification required.
• Preferred: BSN degree.
• Oncology Nursing Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family for ongoing care needs and coordinate referrals.
• Gather and analyze data for new patients; coordinate multidisciplinary care and scheduling.
• Collaborate with physicians, patients, and staff to create and communicate care plans.
• Educate patients, families and caregivers about diagnosis, treatment options, and testing.
• Support transitions of care and provider communications to ensure smooth care delivery.
• Promote patient safety and reduce clinical errors through careful nursing practice.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Communication

Education

RN license – Illinois

BSN (preferred)

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

The Oncology Nurse Clinician at Northwestern Medicine coordinates multidisciplinary care using the nursing process, ensuring patient safety and high-quality outcomes within a collaborative team in Illinois.

Responsibilities include assessing patients and families, coordinating referrals, educating patients and caregivers, and supporting transitions of care while maintaining regulatory compliance and ethical standards within NM's care environment.