Urology Nurse Clinician: Patient Care & Education Lead

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Lake Forest, IL, is seeking an experienced Nurse Clinician for a full-time position in the Urology clinic. The role involves nursing assessments, education, and collaboration across departments to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include performing routine nursing duties, triaging calls, and managing urgent situations in a multidisciplinary environment. Strong communication and adherence to policies are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Registered Nurse licensure in Illinois.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR certification.
• Current experience within past five years or new nursing graduate within past two years.
• If less than six months experience, approval required from NMG Director of Professional Development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment; ensure OSHA compliance.
• Provide pre-attending care with comprehensive patient assessments and documentation.
• Perform routine nursing duties including phlebotomy, medication administration, vital signs, and lab specimen preparation.
• Interpret and address abnormalities detected in tests and procedures; document interventions.
• Communicate and collaborate with other departments to coordinate patient care.
• Triage and prioritize incoming calls using clinical assessment skills; document assessments.
• Manage urgent/emergent medical situations per organizational protocols.
• Serve as a resource for staff and physicians for problem solving and decision-making; delegate tasks per Illinois law.
• Initiate and coordinate patient education; provide teaching to staff and participate in community outreach.

Education

RN licensure in Illinois

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Lake Forest, IL, is seeking an experienced Nurse Clinician for a full-time position in the Urology clinic. The role involves nursing assessments, education, and collaboration across departments to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include performing routine nursing duties, triaging calls, and managing urgent situations in a multidisciplinary environment. Strong communication and adherence to policies are required.