Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Case Manager Chicago Southeast

Advocatehealth; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Home Health Case Management team in Chicago Southeast. This rewarding role involves developing meaningful relationships with patients, ensuring quality care, and educating both patients and staff. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills while adhering to safety standards. With a competitive sign-on bonus and opportunities for professional growth, this position offers a fulfilling career path for dedicated nursing professionals.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Flexible hours

Ongoing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RN license in Illinois and have graduated from an accredited nursing school.
• Requires one year of medical-surgical experience and ongoing education.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Facilitates quality, cost-effective care and ensures safety and compliance.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Documentation skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Familiarity with patient care equipment

Current CPR certification

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois

Graduate from an accredited nursing school

Minimum of 10 continuing education credits annually

One year of medical-surgical experience

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Case Manager Chicago Southeast

Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Case Manager at Advocate Health in Chicago Southeast.

Location: Southeast City Communities

Hours: Days with rotation to weekends and holidays

This position offers a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000, payable when currently employed in the role at payout time. Internal candidates are not eligible.

Major Responsibilities

1. Nurse/Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains therapeutic relationships, demonstrating adaptive communication, providing individualized care, assessing readiness, and involving patients and families in planning.
2. Assuring/Improving Quality Care: Facilitates quality, cost-effective care, mobilizes resources, adheres to standards, participates in quality initiatives, and ensures safety and regulatory compliance.
3. Patient/Staff Education: Meets learning needs, utilizes resources, and promotes educational growth among staff.
4. Nursing Process: Applies nursing problem-solving, recognizes clinical changes, prioritizes care, coordinates referrals, and maintains confidentiality and ethical standards.
5. Leadership/Collaboration/Professional Development: Participates in team activities, demonstrates communication skills, seeks certifications or degrees, and maintains ongoing education.

Licensure and Education

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
• Graduate from an accredited nursing school
• Minimum of 10 continuing education credits annually
• One year of medical-surgical experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective communication and documentation skills
• Computer proficiency
• Time management and organizational skills
• Familiarity with patient care equipment
• Current CPR certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
• On-call availability
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, transport objects and patients, and respond quickly
• Work environment includes exposure to hazards and infectious materials
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance, with patient handling equipment used for heavier lifts

This description covers the general nature of the role; other duties may be assigned as needed.