Rheumatology Clinic Operations Lead - RN

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks an experienced Clinical Operations Coordinator, RN, to lead daily clinical operations across practice sites. You will supervise clinical support staff, optimize schedules, and ensure high-quality patient care while maintaining compliance and cost controls.

Reporting to the Director of Clinical Practice, you will participate in leadership meetings, mentor staff, and drive service excellence. A current RN license and BSN or equivalent within 2 years are required.

Qualifications

• Current state RN licensure in good standing.
• BSN or higher, or degree to be completed within two years.
• Minimum of five years clinical nursing experience.
• BLS certification from AHA.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the clinical support staff and manage workload distribution.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, training, and performance appraisals.
• Oversee day-to-day office clinical operations within budget guidelines.
• Coordinate provider schedules and optimize patient care hours.
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance across sites and processes.
• Lead staff meetings and participate in leadership discussions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team supervision

Education

RN licensure

BSN or degree completion within 2 years

Minimum 5 years clinical experience

BLS certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks an experienced Clinical Operations Coordinator, RN, to lead daily clinical operations across practice sites. You will supervise clinical support staff, optimize schedules, and ensure high-quality patient care while maintaining compliance and cost controls.

Reporting to the Director of Clinical Practice, you will participate in leadership meetings, mentor staff, and drive service excellence. A current RN license and BSN or equivalent within 2 years are required.