RN Clinical Coordinator — Shift Lead for Patient Care
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
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Job summary
Northwestern Medicine is seeking an experienced Clinical Coordinator to oversee nursing operations on a shift basis. The role focuses on patient care, staffing coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes.
The RN will direct staff, participate in committees, communicate with patients and families, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining a supportive work environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
- Registered Nurse in Illinois.
- Two or more years in clinical specialty.
- Magnet recognized certification or within 1 year (preferred).
- CPR - Basic Life Support required.
Responsibilities
- Facilitates unit operations on a shift basis according to policy and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinates unit staffing assignments on a shift basis to ensure high-quality care.
- Directs patient care provided by staff nurses and support personnel during a shift.
- Leads committees and supports hospital initiatives and cross-department communication.
- Communicates with patients and families about nursing care and plans.
- Ensures safety, quality, and efficient care; monitors patient responses and outcomes.
- Assesses staff development needs and orients new staff to the coordinator role.
- Supports budget discussions and cost containment related to staffing.
Skills
Education
Job description
Northwestern Medicine is seeking an experienced Clinical Coordinator to oversee nursing operations on a shift basis. The role focuses on patient care, staffing coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes.
The RN will direct staff, participate in committees, communicate with patients and families, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining a supportive work environment.
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