RN Shift Leader: Care Coordination & Unit Ops

Northwestern Medicine; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Clinical Shift Coordinator to lead daily unit operations and coordinate nursing care for hospitalized patients. This clinical leadership role requires a registered nurse with a BSN and IL license, plus telemetry competency and strong communication skills.

The position emphasizes staff leadership, scheduling, and ensuring regulatory compliance, while driving quality and patient safety across shifts.

Qualifications

• BSN required; Illinois RN license required; 3+ years RN experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Telemetry competency.
• Good English communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily unit operations and care delivery.
• Coordinate patient care with nursing staff to ensure safety and high-quality outcomes.
• Monitor staffing and apply staffing matrix per shift.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and documentation accuracy.
• Lead staff rounds, huddles, and orientation for new hires.
• Collaborate with management to improve unit processes and cost efficiency.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

Telemetry competency

Basic computer skills

Education

BSN

RN license Illinois

MSN (preferred)

Tools

EHR familiarity

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Clinical Shift Coordinator to lead daily unit operations and coordinate nursing care for hospitalized patients. This clinical leadership role requires a registered nurse with a BSN and IL license, plus telemetry competency and strong communication skills.

The position emphasizes staff leadership, scheduling, and ensuring regulatory compliance, while driving quality and patient safety across shifts.