Licensed Practical Nurse jobs at Southern Illinois Healthcare

Current SIH employees need to apply for positions through our internal job portal. Log in to Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. • Responsible for providing direct and indirect nursing care. Education • Associate, Diploma, Bachelor Degree or Master's in Nursing Licenses and Certification • Current Illinois Registered Nurse license • BLS • ACLS, NRP, STABLE, TNS, TNCC, PALS, ENPC if applicable Experience and Skills • Technical Experience: NA Role Specific Responsibilities • Assess patients to determine mental, physical, and spiritual needs • Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates an individual plan of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary health care team. • Provides explanations and instructions to patient/responsible person • Demonstrate ability to use nursing clinical judgment to recognize and report changes in patient condition. • Contribute to a healthy workplace environment by managing conflict using professional communication skills. • Meets Core Measure responsibilities related to patient care. • Participate in continuing education • Maintain complete and accurate medical records. Compensation (Commensurate with experience): $33.54 - $47.54 To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below: ***********************************

Work From HomeWork From Home Work From Home, Indiana 46544 The Utilization Review Coordinator performs admission screening for patients in a bed for medical necessity, and reviews for appropriateness of setting and utilization. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm CST Perform concurrent reviews for appropriateness of utilization to optimize clinical and financial outcomes. Communicate with physicians, patients, members of the Healthcare team, Coordinated Business Office staff, Denial Management staff, and third-party payors to justify the admission or continued stay. Notify appropriate staff members of any admission, service, length of stay, lack of medical necessity criteria, as well as denials/appeals and issuing of letters to patients. Provide Physician, Patient, Family, Staff and Student education. Act as a resource person for the case management department regarding payer rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and utilization issues. Perform admission necessity screening using criteria as established by the various federal, state and private sector programs. QUALIFICATIONS Associate degree in nursing/patient care required Bachelor's Degree in nursing/patient care preferred Registered Nurse (RN - Indiana AND Illinois licensure) required 3 years of nursing/patient care experience required 2 years of Utilization or Case Management experience preferred Must reside within one hour of a Franciscan facility - required TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or RarelyJOB RANGE:Utilization Review Coordinator $56971.20-$84749.60INCENTIVE:Not Applicable EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.

is $28.25 - $36.72 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Benefits: * $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) * $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) * $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) * $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time) * Matching 401(k) * Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage * Life insurance * Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus * Paid time off and Holiday pay Description The LPN Medication Privs reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: * Collaborates in the collection and assessment of the patients problem/condition. * Provide pre-attending care for patients. * Elicit and document the patients chief complaint, history and patient needs. * Collaborates on the development, planning and modification of the Registered Nurses or Advanced Practice Nurses nursing care plan. * Implements aspects of the nursing plan of care as delegated and with demonstrated competencies: * Administers vaccines, medications and/or prescribed treatments and procedures as ordered by the provider or delegated by supervising RN. * Administers oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intradermal medications as delegated. * Administers medicated baths, respiratory treatments, dermatological treatments or phototherapy as delegated. * Is prohibited from administering intervenors or epidural medications. The LPN may monitor IV infusions as delegated by the supervising RN. * Participates in the evaluation of the patient's response to interventions and reports the effectiveness of the plan of care to the team. * Participates in established educational strategies to promote, achieve and maintain optimum patient health outcomes, as delegated. * Documents all observations and interventions in the patient medical record as appropriate. * Serves as an advocate for the patient by communicating and collaborating with other health service personnel, as delegated. * Provides input in the development of policies and procedures to support patient safety. * Performs the following duties and procedures within the scope of LPN practice: vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, wound care, and urinary catheterization. * Additional practice specific duties within the scope of practice of the LPN practice may be performed with demonstrated competencies, as delegated. * Assists physicians and RNs in other patient care support activities related to referrals, lab work, diagnostic testing, medication ordering, results reporting and scheduling, as delegated. * Assists in urgent/emergent medical situations, as appropriate, and in accordance with the organizations protocols for medical emergencies and cardiac arrests. * Identifies and participates in the elimination of hazardous situations and reports all defective materials, equipment or risk factors to immediate supervisor. * In collaboration with the immediate supervisor, completes NETS reports for patient/visitor related events. * Performs other tasks as delegated and within the LPN scope of practice. AA/EOE. Qualifications Required: * Licensed Practical Nurse Licensure by the State of Illinois required. * Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing required. * Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation recognition (healthcare provider level) American Heart Association Accredited. Preferred: * One to two years experience in ambulatory care preferred. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description This role requires frequent travel across multiple locations, including regular visits to our Keystone Office Building in Warrenville (approximately twice weekly) and regular travel to the North/Northwest regions. Candidates must hold a nursing degree with a bachelor's required and a master's degree preferred-or be actively enrolled in a master's program. A minimum of 5 years of nursing experience in either inpatient or outpatient settings is strongly preferred. Ideal candidates will demonstrate leadership performance, familiarity with DMAIC methodology, and a strong background in performance improvement. EPIC experience and a history of education and training delivery are advantageous. The Clinical Practice Nurse Leader reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: Assists the Director of Clinical Practice in the assessment, development and implementation of standard clinical operations for all medical group practice operations. Applies professional clinical knowledge and other clinical standards, best practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance problem analysis, resolution and creative process redesign. Serves as a clinical resource to the practice level staff. Identifies areas of opportunity to streamline work processes, improve workflow and achieve clinical staff top of license practice. Models, teaches and advances a culture of safety and shared improvement. Utilizes research findings to support and improve clinical practices and policies. Training/Education: Facilitates formal and informal clinical staff education for system educational initiatives. Supports NMRMG Physicians, APPs and other clinical staff in EPIC clinical orientation and core RMG clinical processes. Provides educational consultation at the organizational level through participation in operational committees and workgroups. Continually seeks feedback and maintains visibility across practices to gain contextual insight into training and educational needs. Designs and implements evidence-based competency assessments for clinical orientation and ongoing evaluations. Staff Development: Supports ongoing development of critical thinking skills among clinical staff. Provides ongoing staff clinical competency feedback, assists in establishing and evaluating staff clinical performance expectations. Develops, conducts, and evaluates educational programs for clinical staff based on assessed need. Policy Coordination: Participates in the development, review, approval and implementation of policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols for inclusion in medical group. Researches, analyzes and interprets laws and regulations and other source material to ensure organizational compliance of procedures, guidelines and protocols. Utilizes and applies clinical knowledge and expertise on all clinical policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols. Qualifications Required: Current license as a Registered Nurse - State of Illinois Professional Nurse. Bachelor of Nursing Degree (BSN) with minimum of two years of relevant clinical experience. Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) certification. Prior clinical experience with Epic Ambulatory applications. Prior training or relevant clinical leadership experience, including preparation of training materials and classroom facilitation. Strong writing and presentation skills, good organizational skills, and excellent critical thinking skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, physicians, management, staff and other customers to optimize patient care. Willingness to travel (some travel may be required). Preferred: Ambulatory experience. Knowledge of guidelines, healthcare standards, and regulations. Experience with clinical outcomes, safety, and patient satisfaction data. Strong analytic and critical thinking abilities. Working knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Working knowledge of performance improvement methodologies (i.e. DMAIC), analytic tools and methods; familiarity with basic statistics as related to healthcare quality. Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description The LPN Medication Privs reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: Collaborates in the collection and assessment of the patients problem/condition. Provide pre-attending care for patients. Elicit and document the patients chief complaint, history and patient needs. Collaborates on the development, planning and modification of the Registered Nurses or Advanced Practice Nurses nursing care plan. Implements aspects of the nursing plan of care as delegated and with demonstrated competencies: Administers vaccines, medications and/or prescribed treatments and procedures as ordered by the provider or delegated by supervising RN. Administers oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intradermal medications as delegated. Administers medicated baths, respiratory treatments, dermatological treatments or phototherapy as delegated. Is prohibited from administering intervenors or epidural medications. The LPN may monitor IV infusions as delegated by the supervising RN. Participates in the evaluation of the patient's response to interventions and reports the effectiveness of the plan of care to the team. Participates in established educational strategies to promote, achieve and maintain optimum patient health outcomes, as delegated. Documents all observations and interventions in the patient medical record as appropriate. Serves as an advocate for the patient by communicating and collaborating with other health service personnel, as delegated. Provides input in the development of policies and procedures to support patient safety. Performs the following duties and procedures within the scope of LPN practice: vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, wound care, and urinary catheterization. Additional practice specific duties within the scope of practice of the LPN practice may be performed with demonstrated competencies, as delegated. Assists physicians and RNs in other patient care support activities related to referrals, lab work, diagnostic testing, medication ordering, results reporting and scheduling, as delegated. Assists in urgent/emergent medical situations, as appropriate, and in accordance with the organizations protocols for medical emergencies and cardiac arrests. Identifies and participates in the elimination of hazardous situations and reports all defective materials, equipment or risk factors to immediate supervisor. In collaboration with the immediate supervisor, completes NETS reports for patient/visitor related events. Performs other tasks as delegated and within the LPN scope of practice. AA/EOE. Qualifications Required: Licensed Practical Nurse Licensure by the State of Illinois required. Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing required. Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation recognition (healthcare provider level) American Heart Association Accredited. Preferred: One to two years experience in ambulatory care preferred. Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description The LPN Medication Privs reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: Collaborates in the collection and assessment of the patients problem/condition. Provide pre-attending care for patients. Elicit and document the patients chief complaint, history and patient needs. Collaborates on the development, planning and modification of the Registered Nurses or Advanced Practice Nurses nursing care plan. Implements aspects of the nursing plan of care as delegated and with demonstrated competencies: Administers vaccines, medications and/or prescribed treatments and procedures as ordered by the provider or delegated by supervising RN. Administers oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intradermal medications as delegated. Administers medicated baths, respiratory treatments, dermatological treatments or phototherapy as delegated. Is prohibited from administering intervenors or epidural medications. The LPN may monitor IV infusions as delegated by the supervising RN. Participates in the evaluation of the patient's response to interventions and reports the effectiveness of the plan of care to the team. Participates in established educational strategies to promote, achieve and maintain optimum patient health outcomes, as delegated. Documents all observations and interventions in the patient medical record as appropriate. Serves as an advocate for the patient by communicating and collaborating with other health service personnel, as delegated. Provides input in the development of policies and procedures to support patient safety. Performs the following duties and procedures within the scope of LPN practice: vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, wound care, and urinary catheterization. Additional practice specific duties within the scope of practice of the LPN practice may be performed with demonstrated competencies, as delegated. Assists physicians and RNs in other patient care support activities related to referrals, lab work, diagnostic testing, medication ordering, results reporting and scheduling, as delegated. Assists in urgent/emergent medical situations, as appropriate, and in accordance with the organizations protocols for medical emergencies and cardiac arrests. Identifies and participates in the elimination of hazardous situations and reports all defective materials, equipment or risk factors to immediate supervisor. In collaboration with the immediate supervisor, completes NETS reports for patient/visitor related events. Performs other tasks as delegated and within the LPN scope of practice. AA/EOE. Qualifications Required: Licensed Practical Nurse Licensure by the State of Illinois required. Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing required. Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation recognition (healthcare provider level) American Heart Association Accredited. Preferred: One to two years experience in ambulatory care preferred. Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

is $42.50 - $68.00 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Benefits: * $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) * $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) * $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) * $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time) * Matching 401(k) * Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage * Life insurance * Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus * Paid time off and Holiday pay Description The Patient Care Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Patient Care Coordinator is a Registered Nurse who in addition to providing direct patient care, is accountable for the assessment, planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care for designated patients. The Patient Care Coordinator ensures that quality outcomes are achieved and demonstrates exceptional clinical practice. The job duties vary with the particular setting or assignment. Responsibilities: * Responsible for planning, coordinating, directing and providing appropriate clinical care to patients in the designated care setting * Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate on-going care, focused on cost-effective ways to maximize wellness and enhance patients' lives * Develops, coordinates and provides education for patients, family, caregivers and staff based on personalized needs along with serving as a resource for ongoing education * Serves as a communication link between the patient, family, caregivers and interdisciplinary team * Assists in coordinating comprehensive care for patients including any required follow-up visits, referrals, testing, treatment, and/or long-term follow-up * Contributes to department, hospital or other professional committees and/or quality or process improvement initiatives. * Ensures clinical practice and patient care is consistent with policies and procedures * Other duties as assigned AA/EOE Qualifications Required: * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) * Registered Nurse (RN) * Basic Life Support (BLS) * Minimum 2-5 years of recent & related experience Preferred: * Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) * Specialty certification in the clinical area of focus Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Olympia Fields Home Health20000 Governors Dr Olympia Fields, Illinois 60461 Licensed Practical Nurses who choose to focus on home healthcare are a special group of people that can provide direct patient care, while, also, educating caregivers and actively participating on the patient's care team. This is a level of nursing that must be able to accurately assess needs, provide appropriate interventions, and revise care as needed under the supervision of a registered nurse. If you are an LPN looking to work in home health, we have a supportive place where your skills are appreciated and developed. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Minimum Start Pay $24/hour Implements nursing plan of care at the direction of the registered nurse. Provides home-based patient care based on physician orders and the established nursing plan of care. Reports any change in patient status to the Home Health RN and documents as appropriate. Collaborates with Home Health RN and multidisciplinary treatment team to individualize each patient's treatment needs in order to achieve defined goals for improved patient outcomes. Conducts patient psychosocial assessments to explore the physical, psychological and social aspects of the patient and their conditions, obtains history, and elicits an accurate description of psychosocial needs in order to inform care team Contributes to developing discharge plans, identifying the post-discharge needs of the patient and target appropriate resources for follow-up care, in collaboration with the patient, family and care team. Documents patient care information and ensures timely and accurate completion of patient care records in accordance with policies and procedures. Participates in the education of patients and their caregivers about extended care facilities, home health agencies, and other resources as appropriate to transition patients along the continuum of care. QUALIFICATIONS Associate's Degree or Diploma from Accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program - Required 3 Years Acute Care or Long-Term Care Experience - Required 1 year Home Health Experience - Preferred Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- State Licensing Board - Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association- Required Driver's License - Required Auto Insurance - Required TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Up to 75%JOB RANGE:Home Health LPN $22.00 - $26.75INCENTIVE:This position is eligible for shift pay for eligible shifts, and call pay for qualified on-call hours EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description The Patient Care Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Patient Care Coordinator is a Registered Nurse who in addition to providing direct patient care, is accountable for the assessment, planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care for designated patients. The Patient Care Coordinator ensures that quality outcomes are achieved and demonstrates exceptional clinical practice. The job duties vary with the particular setting or assignment. Responsibilities: Responsible for planning, coordinating, directing and providing appropriate clinical care to patients in the designated care setting Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate on-going care, focused on cost-effective ways to maximize wellness and enhance patients' lives Develops, coordinates and provides education for patients, family, caregivers and staff based on personalized needs along with serving as a resource for ongoing education Serves as a communication link between the patient, family, caregivers and interdisciplinary team Assists in coordinating comprehensive care for patients including any required follow-up visits, referrals, testing, treatment, and/or long-term follow-up Contributes to department, hospital or other professional committees and/or quality or process improvement initiatives. Ensures clinical practice and patient care is consistent with policies and procedures Other duties as assigned AA/EOE Qualifications Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Registered Nurse (RN) Basic Life Support (BLS) Minimum 2-5 years of recent & related experience Preferred: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Specialty certification in the clinical area of focus Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

is $38.50 - $61.60 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Benefits: * $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) * $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) * $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) * $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time) * Matching 401(k) * Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage * Life insurance * Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus * Paid time off and Holiday pay Description The RN Charge Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. * A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patients, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. Responsibilities: * Performs all aspects of patient care in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. * Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. * Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. * Involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Develops, implements and updates an individualized plan of care based on identified patient care needs. Includes nursing, teaching, continuum of care and discharge planning. * Able to state rationale for clinical decisions based on critical thinking. * Assesses, analyzes, validates and integrates data to assess patients' physical psychosocial, rehab, safety, learning, spiritual, cultural, age-specific, special risk and self-care needs. Identifies patient care needs, problems and variances. * Adequately assesses and reassesses pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. * Identifies learning needs, abilities, preferences and readiness; also, identifies support systems, coping mechanisms and barriers to learning. * Makes referral for follow up as appropriate. * Explains procedures, therapies and treatments to patient and family, evaluates and documents patient and family response to teaching. * Uses appropriate resources to provide education. * Conducts body and belongings search in proper manner. Demonstrates awareness to specific contraband allowed on unit. * Collaborates with the physician and team to review and evaluate the plan of care. * Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with other team members. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines. * Coordinates the care of the patient by including members of the health care team and other departments to plan, deliver, and evaluate patient care. * Delegates appropriately to other care providers to facilitate meeting patient needs in a timely manner. * Explains procedures, therapies and treatments to patient and family, evaluates and documents patient and family response to teaching. * Uses appropriate resources to provide education. * Conducts telephone screenings (inquiry calls) in a fashion resulting in appropriate disposition based on the phone contact. * Understands patient placement criteria and can identify proper level of care to convey to Managed Care along with the pre-cert information requested. * Communicates directly to department manager routine and non-outline clinical and staff issues. Able to make independent appropriate decisions regarding patient care and staffing issues. * Contributes to the Utilization Review process by adding a consultative nursing assessment regarding total patient care delivery. * Participates and communicates with third party payers with regards to the nursing component of patient care during the Utilization Review process. Qualifications Required * Graduate of an accredited professional Nursing Program * Bachelor of Science in Nursing requires for new hires after January 1, 2011 * Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois * CPR - Basic Life Support Preferred * N/A Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

is $20.15 - $26.20 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Benefits: * $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) * $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) * $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) * $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time) * Matching 401(k) * Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage * Life insurance * Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus * Paid time off and Holiday pay Description 0.9FTE 12-hour shifts $4,000 Sign on Bonus (internal transfers and rehires of less than a year are ineligible) Three West, a fifteen-bed unit is the location of our Inpatient Pediatric and Spinal Cord Injury rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation team is comprised of physicians, advanced practice nurses, therapists, nurses and nursing assistants working together to provide exceptional care of our pediatric and adult patients. Within the constructs of the unit, our pediatric patients have a designated location where we can meet their age specific needs. It is in this environment that we care for children from infant to eighteen with varying diagnosis including orthopedic with multi-trauma, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, and oncology. The Spinal Cord program specializes in the treatment of individuals diagnosed with traumatic and non-traumatic spinal cord injuries, tetraplegia, paraplegia and musculoskeletal injuries. Our team has many educational opportunities to advance skills in spinal cord injury and rehabilitation while working in a multidisciplinary environment to safely care for patients with spinal cord injuries with the use of safe patient handling equipment. The diversity of our patients' ages and diagnoses provides an outstanding opportunity to enhance clinical skills and develop professionally. Patient Care/Clinical Duties: * Collects and reports pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need. * Assists and instructs patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living, including showering, promoting maximal independence and skill practice. * Performs preventive skin care program as directed by RN and report any changes in skin integrity immediately to the RN. * Assists patients with bladder and bowel training programs including post void residuals and spot bladder scans. Perform straight catheterization for select patient populations under direction of RN and provide care for indwelling and external catheters and ostomies. * Accurately obtains and documents patients' vital signs/pulse oximetry and communicates any reportable values, symptoms or signs of distress to the RN. * Assists patients with transfers and mobility activities utilizing appropriate techniques, precautions and assistive devices. Practice therapy transfers and ambulation with patients within safe patient handling guidelines as delegated by the RN. * Assists patient with application of assistive devices and prosthetics/orthoses according to individual patient plan of care. * Assists patients with completing menus. Passes patient meal trays and HS snacks, verifying any modified diet is as ordered. Accurately calculates and documents calorie count and carbohydrates, intake and output as ordered. * Assist patient with 1:1 feeds as ordered. For patients with dysphagia, cue patient to use ordered swallowing strategies, under the direction of the RN. #INDW Qualifications Required: * High School or equivalent (GED) High School degree, or G.E.D equivalent, is required. * Current Nursing Assistant certification (C.N.A.) is required or current enrollment in an RN Nursing Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations. * Maintains current CPR certification. * Basic math skills are required. * Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people and provide highest level of customer service. * Understanding and support of Northwestern Medicine's Mission and Values. * Flexibility and ability to manage work in a changing environment. Preferred: * 2-5 years work experience is preferred in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care hospital or skilled nursing facility. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description For the Student Nurse Internship Program, we are seeking nursing students that have an expected graduation date of August 2026, December 2026 or Spring 2027. Please note - If you have an expected graduation date in August 2027, December 2027 or Spring 2028, consider applying to our Student Nurse Externship instead. The Student Nurse Intern (SNI) is an unlicensed person who works, under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN), to support the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. By participating in the healthcare environment and enhancing their knowledge of patient and family care needs in each clinical area(s), the SNI will prepare for their future transition as a staff nurse. The SNI reflects the attributes of the NM nurse, mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: The Student Nurse Intern's (SNI) tentative responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: Provide direct patient care under RN supervision, consistent with the Relationship Care Model Participate in bedside report, patient rounding, and care planning discussions Support patient hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and comfort Collect specimens and perform basic monitoring tasks Document care activities in the electronic medical record, as permitted Practice infection control and isolation precautions Engage in educational opportunities, performance improvement projects, and professional development activities Successful Student Nurse Interns will receive an employment offer at the conclusion of their 8-week internship. Program Dates (mandatory minimum of a full-time 8-week commitment): Application Due Date: January 16, 2026 Candidate Screening : January - March 2026 Program Start Date: May 27, 2026 Program End Date: July 21, 2026 Hours : Students must be reliable, flexible and punctual with schedules. Your hours will be scheduled with your Patient Care Manager and aligned with your assigned preceptor, which may include: Day or Night Shift Full time schedule - 8 or 12 hour shifts Some Weekend shifts No holidays or overtime Additional Details: Locations participating in the 2026 SNI program are as follows: Central DuPage Hospital (Winfield, IL) Delnor Hospital (Geneva, IL) Huntley Hospital (Huntley, IL) Kishwaukee Hospital (DeKalb, IL) Lake Forest Hospital (Lake Forest, IL) Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital (Wheaton, IL) McHenry Hospital (McHenry, IL) Northwestern Memorial Hospital (Chicago, IL) Palos Hospital (Palos Heights, IL) Valley West Hospital (Sandwich, IL) Woodstock Hospital (Woodstock, IL) Tentative units participating in the 2026 SNI program are as follows; be sure to select your desired units in the application in order of preference. (We cannot guarantee a match; however, this is taken into consideration): Behavioral/Mental Health Cardiac Emergency Department Float Pool General Surgery ICU MedSurg Neuro NICU Observation Oncology Ortho Pediatrics (limited locations) Perioperative Services (Operating Room, Pre/Post) Rehabilitation Telemetry Women's Health (L&D, Mother/Baby, Postpartum) Qualifications Required Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR through American Heart Association Documentation of enrollment in an accredited Nursing Program. Students must graduate no later than June of the calendar year following completion of the SNI program. In addition, they must have completed at least one clinical rotation. Preferred Currently enrolled in an accredited professional nursing program and entering the last year of college. Some locations may require enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. A letter of recommendation from a faculty member Required Documentation for Application Submission to be Uploaded: Resume *Please note, to be considered for this role, you must submit all attachments at the time of your application submission. When you apply, you may log back into your application to attach additional and/or optional attachments such as letters of recommendation, cover letters, etc. You can navigate to the upload section and press the "+" sign to submit these additional attachments, if desired. For any questions or difficulties, please email [email protected] Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

is $20.00 - $20.00 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Benefits: * $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) * $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) * $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) * $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time) * Matching 401(k) * Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage * Life insurance * Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus * Paid time off and Holiday pay Description For the Student Nurse Internship Program, we are seeking nursing students that have an expected graduation date of August 2026, December 2026 or Spring 2027. Please note - If you have an expected graduation date in August 2027, December 2027 or Spring 2028, consider applying to our Student Nurse Externship instead. The Student Nurse Intern (SNI) is an unlicensed person who works, under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN), to support the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. By participating in the healthcare environment and enhancing their knowledge of patient and family care needs in each clinical area(s), the SNI will prepare for their future transition as a staff nurse. The SNI reflects the attributes of the NM nurse, mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: The Student Nurse Intern's (SNI) tentative responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: * Provide direct patient care under RN supervision, consistent with the Relationship Care Model * Participate in bedside report, patient rounding, and care planning discussions * Support patient hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and comfort * Collect specimens and perform basic monitoring tasks * Document care activities in the electronic medical record, as permitted * Practice infection control and isolation precautions * Engage in educational opportunities, performance improvement projects, and professional development activities Successful Student Nurse Interns will receive an employment offer at the conclusion of their 8-week internship. Program Dates (mandatory minimum of a full-time 8-week commitment): * Application Due Date: January 16, 2026 * Candidate Screening: January - March 2026 * Program Start Date: May 27, 2026 * Program End Date: July 21, 2026 Hours: Students must be reliable, flexible and punctual with schedules. Your hours will be scheduled with your Patient Care Manager and aligned with your assigned preceptor, which may include: * Day or Night Shift * Full time schedule - 8 or 12 hour shifts * Some Weekend shifts * No holidays or overtime Additional Details: Locations participating in the 2026 SNI program are as follows: * Central DuPage Hospital (Winfield, IL) * Delnor Hospital (Geneva, IL) * Huntley Hospital (Huntley, IL) * Kishwaukee Hospital (DeKalb, IL) * Lake Forest Hospital (Lake Forest, IL) * Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital (Wheaton, IL) * McHenry Hospital (McHenry, IL) * Northwestern Memorial Hospital (Chicago, IL) * Palos Hospital (Palos Heights, IL) * Valley West Hospital (Sandwich, IL) * Woodstock Hospital (Woodstock, IL) Tentative units participating in the 2026 SNI program are as follows; be sure to select your desired units in the application in order of preference. (We cannot guarantee a match; however, this is taken into consideration): * Behavioral/Mental Health * Cardiac * Emergency Department * Float Pool * General Surgery * ICU * MedSurg * Neuro * NICU * Observation * Oncology * Ortho * Pediatrics (limited locations) * Perioperative Services (Operating Room, Pre/Post) * Rehabilitation * Telemetry * Women's Health (L&D, Mother/Baby, Postpartum) Qualifications Required * Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR through American Heart Association * Documentation of enrollment in an accredited Nursing Program. Students must graduate no later than June of the calendar year following completion of the SNI program. In addition, they must have completed at least one clinical rotation. Preferred * Currently enrolled in an accredited professional nursing program and entering the last year of college. Some locations may require enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. * A letter of recommendation from a faculty member Required Documentation for Application Submission to be Uploaded: * Resume * Please note, to be considered for this role, you must submit all attachments at the time of your application submission. When you apply, you may log back into your application to attach additional and/or optional attachments such as letters of recommendation, cover letters, etc. You can navigate to the upload section and press the "+" sign to submit these additional attachments, if desired. For any questions or difficulties, please email ************** Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

is $39.00 - $62.40 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Benefits: * $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) * $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) * $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) * $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time) * Matching 401(k) * Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage * Life insurance * Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus * Paid time off and Holiday pay Description Candidates must have at least two years of ICU or PACU work experience to be considered for this position. This is a full-time position, 0.9 FTE, 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts with rotating start times (6:00am, 8:00am, and 9:00am), weekend and holiday requirements. The Prentice Women's Hospital SDS/PACU is a multifaceted unit that provides world-class care to patients undergoing gynecological, plastics, and breast surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Our nurses provide care to some of the most complex gynecological, plastics, and breast patients in the State of Illinois. Prentice SDS/PACU allows nurses to advance their skillset by combining cutting-edge technology and critical thinking skills to provide evidence-based comprehensive nursing care to our highly complex patient population. Specialty surgeries include: * Gynecological * Breast * Plastics * Robotic In addition, the unit offers an environment that supports teamwork and collaboration from all members of the interdisciplinary team. On the Prentice SDS/PACU, nurses have the opportunity to get involved through departmental quality committees and contribute to advancements in our evidence-based nursing care by participating in our LEAD (Lead, Excel and Develop) program. The Prentice SDS/PACU provides opportunities for professional growth and development and encourages lifelong learning to continue career advancement in the nursing field. The Pre/Post-Op Clinical Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: Advocate: * Practices in accordance with the patient-centered care model. * Develops an individualized age-specific culturally sensitive nursing plan of care for the patient that is based on the nursing process. * Incorporates the role of patient advocate into the plan of care. * Uses a team approach to develop and achieve daily patient-centered individualized care goals. * Acknowledges and values the contributions of the patient's significant others as an integral part of the plan of care. * Identifies potential conflict situations and facilitates resolution using established communication channels. * Promotes and strives to protect the health, safety and rights of the patient. * Protects patients by maintaining a safe environment. * Participate in research-related activities which includes evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives. * Practices safe surgery specific post-operative care to include assessment, potential complications and discharge teaching. * Identifies potential pre-anesthetic surgical risks factors. Clinical Expert: * Advances clinical expertise, as demonstrated through pursuit of informal and formal continuing education opportunities and obtaining specialty certification when eligible. * Continuously enhances skills and abilities to ensure the highest quality patient care. * Shares knowledge and expertise through educating team members, patients and students. * Demonstrates critical thinking by integrating theoretical knowledge and expertise to pose relevant clinical questions when evidence and practice differ. * Identifies priorities, sets realistic and measurable goals, prescribes and implements nursing interventions in a safe and timely manner. * Develops and implements individualized education plans for patients and families using suitable instructional materials and methods. * Evaluates and documents the patients responses to nursing interventions in the health record and properly individualizes the plan of care based on the evaluation of findings. * Identifies situations that require further intervention and escalates appropriately; consults appropriate experts and resources when needed. * Participates in the formation, implementation and evaluation of team goals. * Appropriately delegates and supervises interventions to implement the plan of care. * Conveys complete, timely and accurate information at hand off at the bedside or any hand off. * Adheres to ethical standards of practice. * Possess the knowledge to intervene in the event of a complication or undesired outcome. Community Volunteer: * Participates in one or more volunteer initiatives annually, Northwestern Memorial organized or on his/her own. Compassionate: * Consistently demonstrates interpersonal connections with patients and families from introduction through discharge. * Proactively responds to patient concerns such as speaking to patients about possible/expected delays in plan of care. * Treats patients, families, visitors and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity. * Facilities recovery and where appropriate helps ensure a peaceful death for patients. Professionally Engaged: * Is a member of a professional organization or participates on an Northwestern Memorial committee or taskforce at the hospital-wide, departmental, or unit level. * Demonstrates accountability and collaborative practice with co-workers, other disciplines, and departments. * Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth and education reflecting knowledge and understanding of current nursing practice. * Serves as a community mentor for team members. * Serves as a preceptor for new team members. * Participates in the peer feedback process by conducting a constructive assessment and evaluation of peer performance. * Works collaboratively with all hospital services to accomplish daily work and maintain an environment of excellence. * Participates in the development of policies, procedures and systems to support safe and effective care and advance nursing practice at NMH through the Shared Leadership Process. * Assumes personal responsibility for meeting internal (i.e. Best People profile, ELMs, CPR, and health requirements) and external regulatory and accreditation requirements. * Identifies opportunities for innovation and quality improvement; participates in innovation projects and the quality improvement process, including unit based quality committees. * Demonstrates accountability to Northwestern Memorial strategic, operational and fiscal goals. * Exemplifies a professional image in appearance and communications. * Maintains and advances the professional image of nursing and the practice of professional nursing through an ongoing analysis of resources: Professional Organizations, literature, electronic resources, etc. AA/EOE Qualifications Required: * Graduate of an NLN accredited school/college of nursing. * Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or higher. * Current State of Illinois, Registered Professional Nurse license. * Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation recognition (healthcare provider level). * Analytic ability (conceptual and quantitative). * Oral, listening and written communication skills. * Strong human relation skills to interact effectively and collaborate with others in difficult situations. * An essential function of this job is the ability to lift/carry weight of up to 35 pounds. * An essential function of this job is the ability to push/pull with 50 pounds of force. Preferred: * Experience in specific clinical area. * Nursing specialty certification, if eligible. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description The Apheresis Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Based on the NMH framework for practice, the registered professional clinical nurse (RN) is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent, evidence-based care for an assigned group of patients that includes diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. The nurse adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing, the Code of Ethics, and the Nursing Social Policy Statement. As a member of the clinical care and unit team, the RN participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care, achieve exceptional outcomes and enhance unit operations. The RN exemplifies the components of what it means to be an NMH nurse, reflects the Mission, Vision, and Values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: Performs emergent or scheduled urgent procedures during on-call hours (8pm- 7:30a, weekends and holidays) when scheduled on call Provide on call coverage as scheduled Preform apheresis procedures in both ambulatory and inpatient settings Assess patients pre, during and post procedures and therapies to observe mild, moderate and severe Apheresis and non-Apheresis related complications and notifying the appropriate provider to escalate care Delivers evidence based safe and effective care in a timely manner Accurately documents all pertinent procedure information in Epic Ensures all consents and education have been completed prior to initiating a procedure or therapy Responsible for ensuring equipment preventative maintenance is current prior to use, disinfect machine, room surfaces and equipment necessary for patient care according to policy Assist with inventory control process Maintain safe, neat and adequately stocked supplies in patient rooms Responsible for completing daily tasks when assigned in a timely manner Acts as a resource for other staff Assist with training of newer staff Review and adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements for standard of care procedures and clinical trials Utilizing assistive devices for patient care Position involves moving of patients and/or equipment Demonstrates ability to prioritize patient care and adapt to changes in assignment in response to new and urgent cases Responsible for successful completion of initial and annual trainings and competencies in cellular therapies, apheresis procedures, department services, and clinical trials Independently preform cellular therapy collections and infusions Demonstrate ability to maintain chain-of-custody and chain-of-identity when handling and managing products involving human tissue Preform other duties as assigned Qualifications Required: Graduate of an NLN accredited school/college of nursing Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or higher Current State of Illinois, Registered Professional Nurse license Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR through American Heart Association. Analytic ability (conceptual and quantitative) Oral, listening and written communication skills Strong human relation skills to interact effectively and collaborate with others in difficult situations Use of a keyboard to enter or retrieve data Preferred: Experience in specific clinical area Nursing specialty certification, if eligible Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description The Apheresis Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Based on the NMH framework for practice, the registered professional clinical nurse (RN) is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent, evidence-based care for an assigned group of patients that includes diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. The nurse adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing, the Code of Ethics, and the Nursing Social Policy Statement. As a member of the clinical care and unit team, the RN participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care, achieve exceptional outcomes and enhance unit operations. The RN exemplifies the components of what it means to be an NMH nurse, reflects the Mission, Vision, and Values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsibilities: Performs emergent or scheduled urgent procedures during on-call hours (8pm- 7:30a, weekends and holidays) when scheduled on call Provide on call coverage as scheduled Preform apheresis procedures in both ambulatory and inpatient settings Assess patients pre, during and post procedures and therapies to observe mild, moderate and severe Apheresis and non-Apheresis related complications and notifying the appropriate provider to escalate care Delivers evidence based safe and effective care in a timely manner Accurately documents all pertinent procedure information in Epic Ensures all consents and education have been completed prior to initiating a procedure or therapy Responsible for ensuring equipment preventative maintenance is current prior to use, disinfect machine, room surfaces and equipment necessary for patient care according to policy Assist with inventory control process Maintain safe, neat and adequately stocked supplies in patient rooms Responsible for completing daily tasks when assigned in a timely manner Acts as a resource for other staff Assist with training of newer staff Review and adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements for standard of care procedures and clinical trials Utilizing assistive devices for patient care Position involves moving of patients and/or equipment Demonstrates ability to prioritize patient care and adapt to changes in assignment in response to new and urgent cases Responsible for successful completion of initial and annual trainings and competencies in cellular therapies, apheresis procedures, department services, and clinical trials Independently preform cellular therapy collections and infusions Demonstrate ability to maintain chain-of-custody and chain-of-identity when handling and managing products involving human tissue Preform other duties as assigned Qualifications Required: Graduate of an NLN accredited school/college of nursing Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or higher Current State of Illinois, Registered Professional Nurse license Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR through American Heart Association. Analytic ability (conceptual and quantitative) Oral, listening and written communication skills Strong human relation skills to interact effectively and collaborate with others in difficult situations Use of a keyboard to enter or retrieve data Preferred: Experience in specific clinical area Nursing specialty certification, if eligible Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

is $18.00 - $18.00 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Benefits: * $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) * $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) * $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) * $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time) * Matching 401(k) * Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage * Life insurance * Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus * Paid time off and Holiday pay Description For the Student Nurse Externship Program, we are seeking nursing students that have an expected graduation date of August 2027, December 2027 or Spring 2028. Please note - If you have an expected graduation date in August 2026, December 2026 or Spring 2027, consider applying to our Student Nurse Internship instead. The Student Nurse Extern reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Northwestern Medicine's Nurse Externship Program allows nursing students the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of nursing work environments. The Student Nurse Extern assists in the delivery of both direct and indirect nursing care as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse within the scope of practice of unlicensed, assistive personnel and performs tasks for patients' activities of daily living to promote comfort and safety, assists RN's with the collection of patient data, and performs selected procedures. Program Dates (mandatory minimum of a full-time 8-week commitment): * Application Due Date: January 16, 2026 * Candidate Screening: January - March 2026 * Program Start Date: May 27, 2026 * Program End Date: July 21, 2026 Hours: Your hours will be scheduled with your Patient Care Manager, which may include: * Day or Night Shift * Full time schedule - 8 or 12 hour shifts * Some Weekend shifts * No holidays or overtime Additional Details: Locations participating in the 2024 SNE program are as follows: * Central DuPage Hospital (Winfield, IL) * Delnor Hospital (Geneva, IL) * Huntley Hospital (Huntley, IL) * Kishwaukee Hospital (DeKalb, IL) * Lake Forest Hospital (Lake Forest, IL) * Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital (Wheaton, IL) * McHenry Hospital (McHenry, IL) * Palos Hospital (Palos Heights, IL) * Valley West Hospital (Sandwich, IL) * Woodstock Hospital (Woodstock, IL) Tentative units participating in the 2026 SNI program are as follows; be sure to select your desired units in the application in order of preference. (We cannot guarantee a match, however, this is taken into consideration): * Behavioral/Mental Health * Cardiac * Emergency Department * Float Pool * General Surgery * ICU * MedSurg * Neuro * NICU * Observation * Oncology * Ortho * Pediatrics (limited locations) * Perioperative Services (Operating Room, Pre/Post) * Rehabilitation * Telemetry * Women's Health (L&D, Mother/Baby, Postpartum) Qualifications Required: * Nursing students from an accredited nursing school that includes minimally the successful completion of Fundamentals of Nursing Clinical with clinical rotation. * You must provide written documentation of successful completion OR the successful completion of an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program. * Graduation date of August 2027, December 2027 or Spring 2028. * Qualified candidates must have a valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare certification. * Reliable, flexible and punctual with schedules Required Documentation for Application Submission to be Uploaded: * Resume * Please note, to be considered for this role, you must submit all attachments at the time of your application submission. When you apply, you may log back into your application to attach additional and/or optional attachments such as letters of recommendation, cover letters, etc. You can navigate to the upload section and press the "+" sign to submit these additional attachments, if desired. For any questions or difficulties, please email ************** Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description 8-hour shifts 0.8fte $1,500 Sign on Bonus (internal transfers and rehires of less than a year are ineligible) The Rehab Nurse Tech-MJ (RNT) reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The IP Rehabilitation RNT has expertise related to the specific needs for patients in the rehabilitation environment which include chronic conditions and disabilities. The Patient Care Technician-MJ is a member of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation care team. Under the direction/delegation and supervision of a professional registered nurse, the Patient Care Tech-MJ assists the patient with activities of daily living, mobility skills, skin, bowel and bladder programs, and maintains a clean, safe environment for the patient. Additional technical skills, under the direction of the RN, de-escalation techniques and 12 lead EKG. The Patient Care Tech-MJ role serves as an active participant in the unit quality projects which can include data collection as well as unit equipment inventory and maintenance. The Patient Care Tech-MJ is responsible to orient and precept PCT roles. Responsibilities: Patient Care/Clinical Practice: Answers and triages patient call lights and meets patient care needs with an appropriate sense of urgency. Assists patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living promoting maximal independence. Assists patient with application of assistive devices and prosthetics/orthoses according to individual patient program. Performs preventive skin care program as directed by RN and report any changes in skin integrity immediately to the nurse. Accurately calculates and documents calorie count, intake and output and patients' weights. Assists patients with transfers and mobility activities utilizing appropriate techniques, precautions and assistive devices. Assists patients with bladder and bowel elimination programs including collection of laboratory specimens. Straight catheterization for select patient populations under direction of RN. Accurately obtains and documents patients' vital signs and communicates any concerns to the registered nurse. Measures and documents blood glucose measurements. 12-lead EKG as ordered Assists patients with completing menus daily within established timeframes. Passes patient meal trays and HS snacks under the direction of the nurse. Provide supervision and activities for patients with high risk to fall. Patient rounding: Circulate on the nursing units to monitor patients. Provide de-escalation techniques for agitated and aggressive patient behaviors Engage patient in activities as appropriate. Patient mobility champion on the unit. Maintains and organizes unit equipment inventories. Preceptor to new employees. Inclusive of all other duties as assigned by nurse manager, nurse supervisor, staff nurse and charge nurse. Quality Improvement: Participates in system and local quality improvement goals. Collects data and audits for Joint Commission readiness and improvement projects. Assists in the maintenance of unit readiness to meet regulatory standards. Communication: Maintains a therapeutic relationship to provide optimal customer-focused care. Communicates effectively with patients at level appropriate to age and cognitive status, showing cultural sensitivity. Interacts effectively with peers and other hospital staff to foster positive working relationships. Effectively triages patient and the general concerns to RN. Infection Control/Patient Safety: Contributes to the safe, effective and professional delivery of patient care including use of safety/restrictive devices. Follows Infection Control policies and procedures. Maintains knowledge of Marianjoy's policies concerning precautions, codes, conditions, warning and general safety procedures. Adaptability and Flexibility: Rotates to all units based on patient care needs. Adjusts to changes in policy and procedure, unit and patient population. Qualifications Required: High school or equivalent (GED) Current Nursing Assistant certification (C.N.A.) or current enrollment in an RN Nursing Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations Maintains current CPR certification Basic math skills Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people and provide highest level of customer service Understanding and support of Northwestern Medicine's Mission and Values Flexibility and ability to manage work in a changing environment 12 lead EKG competency completed within 6 months of employment Preferred: 2-5 years of work experience is preferred in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care hospital or skilled nursing facility. Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description Position Summary: The RN Charge Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patients, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. Responsibilities: Performs all aspects of patient care in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Develops, implements and updates an individualized plan of care based on identified patient care needs. Includes nursing, teaching, continuum of care and discharge planning. Able to state rationale for clinical decisions based on critical thinking. Assesses, analyzes, validates and integrates data to assess patients' physical psychosocial, rehab, safety, learning, spiritual, cultural, age-specific, special risk and self-care needs. Identifies patient care needs, problems and variances. Adequately assesses and reassesses pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Identifies learning needs, abilities, preferences and readiness; also, identifies support systems, coping mechanisms and barriers to learning. Makes referral for follow up as appropriate. Explains procedures, therapies and treatments to patient and family, evaluates and documents patient and family response to teaching. Uses appropriate resources to provide education. Conducts body and belongings search in proper manner. Demonstrates awareness to specific contraband allowed on unit. Collaborates with the physician and team to review and evaluate the plan of care. Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with other team members. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines. Coordinates the care of the patient by including members of the health care team and other departments to plan, deliver, and evaluate patient care. Delegates appropriately to other care providers to facilitate meeting patient needs in a timely manner. Explains procedures, therapies and treatments to patient and family, evaluates and documents patient and family response to teaching. Uses appropriate resources to provide education. Conducts telephone screenings (inquiry calls) in a fashion resulting in appropriate disposition based on the phone contact. Understands patient placement criteria and can identify proper level of care to convey to Managed Care along with the pre-cert information requested. Communicates directly to department manager routine and non-outline clinical and staff issues. Able to make independent appropriate decisions regarding patient care and staffing issues. Contributes to the Utilization Review process by adding a consultative nursing assessment regarding total patient care delivery. Participates and communicates with third party payers with regards to the nursing component of patient care during the Utilization Review process. See what our staff have to say about working at Central Dupage Hospital! **************************** $10k-15k for 2+ years OR experience $20,000 for 2+ years of specialty OR experience *Internal and rehire candidates less than 1 year are not eligible for sign on bonus. Qualifications Required: Required Graduate of an accredited professional Nursing Program Bachelor of Science in Nursing requires for new hires after January 1 2011 Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois CPR - Basic Life Support Preferred: Minimum of 3yrs OR experience One year of experience in pertinent clinical specialty. Addendum 1 Operating Room/Procedural RN ACLS not required. Addendum 2 Ambulatory Surgery RN/Pre/Post/PAT RN ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire Competencies/Performance Expectations: Please refer to NMHC Performance (Standard/Leadership) Competencies. Basic computer knowledge. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Excellent customer service skills. Consistently works within the framework of the Illinois Practice Act for Nursing and ANA Standards of professional nursing practice. Ability to assess and determine situations requiring an interpreter and to use interpreter services effectively. Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.