Department:

02160 AMG Sykes - Hematology/Oncology

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday-Friday On-site

Medical Oncology

Advocate Christ Medical Center

Advocate South Suburban Hospital

Advocate Trinity Hospital

Sykes Outpatient Center

Orland Park Outpatient Center

Pay Range

$41.10 - $61.65

Major Responsibilities:
  • Clinical Care and Health Outcomes - Provides support in the delivery of quality clinical care. Works closely with healthcare team and physician to assure triage, telephone assessments, home therapies and patient visits are consistent with established guidelines and followed by the healthcare team. Takes a lead role in assisting the clinical team to meet/exceed CI goals. Assists physicians and associates in managing patient registries.
    •     8)Ensures monthly office inspection checklist and other required audits are conducted in a timely manner.
    •     9)Ensures AMG standing operating procedures are followed.
    •     10)Oversees approved site research activities. 11. Demonstrates independent problem solving, critical decision making, and knows when to obtain additional resources when required. 12. Holds clinical staff accountable to AMG rooming standards. 13. Ensures the timely management of EMR tasks, overdue orders, test result follow-up and other patient follow-up. 14. Demonstrates appropriate action and takes a lead role in emergency situations. Assures timely response to emergency calls by staff. 15. Identifies, evaluates, and resolves potential safety problems; including equipment maintenance issues. 16. Ensures monthly office inspection checklist and other required audits are conducted in a timely manner. 17. Ensures AMG standing operating procedures are followed. 18. Oversees approved site research activities. 19. Demonstrates independent problem solving, critical decision making, and knows when to obtain additional resources when required. 20. Holds clinical staff accountable to AMG rooming standards. 21. Ensures the timely management of EMR tasks, overdue orders, test result follow-up and other patient follow-up.
    •     1)Ensures staff adherence to timely and accurate documentation of all patient care services by monitoring staff compliance within all AMG wide systems, and all regulatory standards to ensure standards are met and followed.
    •     2)Supports a safe environment for patients and associates through effective monitoring of staff compliance to established standards of care, policies and procedures and HIPAA compliance. Ensures associates are up-to-date with all safety training and certifications.
    •     3)Acts as a role model and champion for Culture of Safety. Works with the manager to resolve patient safety events in the reporting system. Promotes and educates staff on the reporting system to report all events and near miss events. Works with the manager to complete ACAs and RCAs when indicated.
    •     4)Utilizes information to implement process changes and staff education.
    •     5)Leads site clinical integration activities
    •     6)Demonstrates appropriate action and takes a lead role in emergency situations. Assures timely response to emergency calls by staff.
    •     7)Identifies, evaluates, and resolves potential safety problems; including equipment maintenance issues.
  • Patient Satisfaction and Operations - Collaborates with the manager/director and physician leadership to maintain an environment that is patient centered as evidenced by the availability of open access; including but not limited to the following: same day appointments, future appointments made, referrals made within the group, adherence to test result reporting guidelines, positive patient comments, and meeting/exceeding Key Result Area (KRA) goals.
    •     1)Monitors data on a monthly basis, reviews with clinical staff, and physicians and jointly develops improvement plans in concert with the site leadership to meet/exceed established patient satisfaction targets.
    •     2)Holds self and others accountable to adherence to AMG Service Standards, Behaviors of Excellence, AIDET and MVP.
    •     3)Participates and promotes activities to evaluate and improve processes that will contribute to patient satisfaction. Conducts frequent assessments of patient flow. Takes appropriate steps to reduce wait times and to keep patients informed of delays.
    •     4)Responsible for conveying a professional image in compliance with AMG clothing and grooming standards, and wears AMG provided identification tags at all time.
    •     5)Follows through and takes ownership of patient complaints, and practices Service Recovery where identified.
    •     6)Fosters a pleasant and professional environment, in person and over the phone, utilizing prescribed scripting and telephone standards.
    •     7)Ensures adequate clinical staffing at all times by developing schedules, assignments and modifying as necessary.
    •     8)Assists in coordinating managed care issues and nursing updates.
    •     9)Evaluates service levels and operational procedures such as wait-times, message management and appointment availability. Engages staff in resolution of identified issues.
    •     10)Actively rounds on patients, associates and physicians and ensures that the team has the necessary resources and tools to be successful. 11. Actively participates and/or leads team huddles.
  • Associate Engagement/Human Resources – Collaborates with the practice manager on Human Resource functions related to associates to ensure continued quality, development and retention reflecting the Advocate Experience of creating the best place for associates to work and achieve associate satisfaction scores consistent with AMG goals and standards. In day-to-day activities, provides leadership to create an environment where the associates are motivated to do their best, are routinely recognized for good work and achieves goals for associate satisfaction.
    •     1)Conducts regular staff meetings and daily huddles with associates. Documents meetings using Stoplight Report.
    •     2)Conducts performance reviews on time.
    •     3)Demonstrates effective time management, problem-solving, collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
    •     4)Consistently ensures manager is fully informed of key events or isues that impact practice operations.
    •     5)Provides ongoing performance feedback to associates through coaching and mentoring. Orients and provides training to new associates. Documents orientation, training and required competencies to ensure that associates are proficient in job requirements.
    •     6)Seeks opportunities to further educate and develop the associates and enhance own leadership skills.
    •     7)Assures all associates maintain certification and all required continuing education units (CEUs).
  • Growth and Funding our Future – Supports initiatives that enhance practice growth as well as retention of existing patients under the direction of the manager and in collaboration with physician leadership.
    •     1)Participates in activities which foster practice growth.
    •     2)Promotes same day access and is engaged in volume visit targets.
    •     3)Maintains an effective process for inventory control and medication supply utilization.
    •     4)Proactively manages staff schedules to minimize use of overtime, temporary staff, and registry.
    •     5)Works in collaboration with practice site manager to achieve revenue and cost targets.
    •     6)Maximizes team efficiency by utilizing all team members
  • Physician/Provider Engagement – Assists in the creation and maintenance of an operationally efficient and physician/provider friendly work environment.
    •     1)Provides support to the onboarding of new physicians/providers
    •     2)Rounds with physicians/providers daily to review staff issues and to address and resolve operational/clinical concerns. Solicits feedback regarding staff performance.
    •     3)Engages physicians/providers in improving processes, workflow and EMR related concerns.
    •     4)Assists physicians/providers on issues related to patient care and safety.
    •     5)Reviews physician/providers satisfaction results and collaborates with manager/director to execute improvement plans.
  • Miscellaneous – Fulfills additional job-related duties based on operational needs as directed by the manager and/or the director
    •     1)Actively participates in meetings, committees and projects
    •     2)Keeps abreast of current clinical standards via literature, educational events and internal and external resources and networking.
    •     3)Participates in activities to enhance professional growth
    •     4)Maintains licensure and completes required CEUs
    •     5)Performs other duties as assigned.
    •     6)Performs clinical duties as determined by the needs of the practice site(s) or as assigned by his/her manager.


Licensure:
  • Nurse, Registered (RN)






This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Share this job

Share to FB Share to LinkedIn Share to Twitter

Related Jobs

Advocate Aurora Health

Registered Nurse (RN) - Family Medicine (Glenview)

$35.50 - $53.25 / hour
Department: 01120 AMG Glenview Waukegan Rd - Family Medicine Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: CLINIC HOURS: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 7a-7p Tuesday: 8a-7p Friday: 7a-5p Saturday: 8a-noon (open 3 Saturdays a month) Sunday: closed Occasional travel to sister sites in Morton Grove and Lincolnwood is expected to cover absences. Distance from Glenview to Lincolnwood site is approximately 10 miles and 4 miles to Morton Grove site. One evening shift is expected at least once a week. Pay Range $35.50 - $53.25 Major Responsibilities: Patient-Centered Wholistic Care – The registered nurse is culturally sensitive and engaged with the beliefs and values of diverse populations. Nurses engage with inter-professional colleagues to deliver exemplary care. Lifelong relationships with patients and families develop to support achievement of health goals. Clinical Excellence: The registered nurse contributes to inter-professional excellence which is represented by achieved clinical outcomes. Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, and skilled dialogue, nurses lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience. Leadership –The registered nurse participates in leading healthcare transformation and the nursing profession with commitment, dedication, and expertise. Expressing vision, demonstrating accountability through shared governance, contributing to the profession, and coordinating inter-professional care are all characteristics of the registered nurse. Compassion – The Advocate Nurse demonstrates presence with patients and families, practices empathy, and supports spiritual needs and beliefs. The nurse demonstrates respect and dignity always, and their presence is essential during the most vulnerable times. Nurses promote relationship development with communities to create strong partnerships and to improve health outcomes of patients and communities served. Innovation - The registered nurse contributes to the future delivery of care to patients and to systems that support nursing. They embody the characteristics of inquiry, adaptability, change, and continual development, through performance improvement, evidence-based practice, and research initiatives. Professional Growth – The registered nurse is committed to lifelong learning, building knowledge and skill sets to keep pace with new delivery models and a changing healthcare environment. This promotes practice to the full scope of their nursing license. Licensure: Nurse, Registered (RN) Education/Experience Required: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing See Education and Experience Addendum for site specific requirements Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Good communication skills Good computer skills Good time management and organizational skills Familiarity with patient care equipment Current Illinois RN license Current CPR Certifications/education required for the nursing specialty - See Certification Addendum Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts to accommodate staffing Certain positions may need to take call Ability to transport objects, patients, and equipment Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and work at fast pace Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick Ability to assist in evacuation of patients in the event of a fire or other disaster Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients Ability to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unit This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 04/20/2014 Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Education Addendum: ALL SITES Graduate of an accredited school of nursing BSN Preferred CERTIFICATION CPR-Healthcare Provider ACLS and/or PALS: - Immediate Care ACLS and PALS - Ambulatory Surgical Center: Within 1 year ACLS - Endoscopy: Within 1 year - Cardiology Stress Testing Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy: as required by the Site OCN preferred or obtained when OCN requirements met Registered Nurse: 2 years’ experience preferred Ambulatory Surgery Center: 1-year critical care or surgical experience Cardiology: 1 year experience in cardiology preferred Contact Center: 2 years' experience in acute or ambulatory care Endoscopy: 1 year experience telemetry or PACU preferred Immediate Care: 1 year experience in critical care or ED preferred Occupational Health: 1 to 2 years occupational health experience or new graduate with prior occupational health or related experience Oncology: 1 year experience in oncology preferred This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Ignite Medical Resorts

Infection Preventionist / PM Supervisor Registered Nurse

$80,000 - $90,000 / year
Description We are on Fire Thrive of Fox Valley name! Ignite Medical Resort Thrive of Fox Valley Hiring! If you want to work with a company who values and appreciates its employees, join Ignite Medical Resorts and help us to Extinguish the Stereotype! We are a state-of-the-art rehabilitation resort where we combine uncompromising luxury, never before seen amenities, and the highest quality care to provide a superior, rapid rehabilitation experience. Our Infection Preventionist play a vital role in our resident and guest outcomes and overall experience. We are looking for skilled Infection Preventionist to become a part of our facility's compassionate and hospitable care-giving team. Hours: 3pm - 11:30pm If you are dedicated, compassionate, dependable and energetic – WE WANT YOU! Awesome Benefits that Ignite Team Members can expect: If you are dedicated, compassionate, dependable and energetic – WE WANT YOU! Awesome Benefits that Ignite Team Members can expect: · COMPETITIVE WAGES · SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS (CLINICAL FLOOR STAFF) · GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING HEALTH, DENTAL & VISION · 401K PLAN WITH EMPLOYER MATCH · PAID TIME OFF · HOLIDAY PAY · COMPLIMENTARY HIGH-PERFORMANCE UNIFORMS · VOLUNTARY BENEFITS - LIFE/AD&D, STD, LTD, CRITICAL ILLNESS, ACCIDENT, HOSPITAL INDEMNITY · SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM DISABILITY · EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) · HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA) · SUPERHERO IN SCRUBS – ONE-OF-A-KIND REWARDS AND RECOGNITION PROGRAM · AVENGERS ADVANTAGE- NURSING PERFECT ATTENDANCE PROGRAM · EMPLOYER PAID LIFE INSURANCE · RASMUSSEN COLLEGE 20% DISCOUNT FOR IN PERSON CLASSES · HOSPITALITY AND TEAMWORK FOCUSED CULTURE · A COMMITMENT TO TECHNOLOGY · FREE PLANET FITNESS MEMBERSHIP · ON DEMAND PAY · COMPANY SPONSORED DOORDASH DELIVERY SERVICE · ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES · SUPER PERKS PROGRAM PET INSURANCE 12%-30% DISCOUNTS · SUBSIDIZED CHILD CARE BENEFITS Ignite Medical Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Requirements Certified Infection Preventionist RN license Skilled Nursing/ Long-Term Care experience.
Covenant Living Communities

Nurse Manager, RN

$87,595 - $112,241 / hour
We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! Making a difference in the lives of others – that’s what working at Covenant Living is all about. Our healthcare professionals have the opportunity each and every day to make a difference in the lives of older adults. From improving our residents’ quality of life, to creating peace of mind for them and their families, our team members know that as a part of our community, they are changing lives. Covenant Living, the nation’s sixth-largest nonprofit senior living provider, is seeking qualified candidates for Nurse Managers, RN to help in fulfilling our common purpose: to create joy and peace of mind for our residents and their families by creating a better way of life. Join our organization, where teamwork, respect, and service is part of our everyday environment and build your health care career in a supportive, faith-based community. Positions are available in assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care. In this role, the Nurse Manager, RN will: Supervise professional and non-professional nursing staff. Ensure quality of care by making rounds to determine effectiveness of care, resident satisfaction, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Manage the overall functioning of the building for assigned shift. Provide explanation of nursing policies and procedures and assistance to staff to ensure ongoing understanding and training. With Director of Nursing, participate in evaluation, discipline, and motivation of staff. Communicate on regular basis with Director of Nursing and/or administration regarding observations and suggestions of problem areas, resident and employee activities, concerns, needs, etc. Provide explanation of nursing care to residents and families according to procedures. Provide instructions relating to medical care as appropriate. Administer direct and/or emergency care when necessary. Respond to emergency needs of residents. Contact emergency medical services for assistance when required. Handle special projects as assigned by DON. Assign work areas and relocate staff as needed to assure high quality of nursing care and completion of tasks. Assist in orientation of new nursing personnel and reinforce training standards to maintain high quality of care. Assure the functional and sanitary maintenance of the nursing units and equipment. Report routine and emergency maintenance needs according to established procedures. Assure the safety and security of patients through the proper use of equipment, safety devices, and by knowing and following fire, safety and disaster procedures. Communicate with other department supervisors, physicians, consultants, staff, residents, and families to coordinate care of residents. The ideal candidate will have: Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Must be currently licensed as an RN in the State. 2 years nursing experience. 2 years of supervisory experience. #RN Compensation Pay Range: $87,595.00 - $112,241.00 per year Reasonable Pay Estimate A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $87,595.00 - $112,241.00 per year. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity. For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays 403(b) with a 3% employer match Fitness center use at most facilities. Various voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D Tuition assistance and scholarships Employee assistance program Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program Pet Insurance For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org . Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.
Endeavor Health

Registered Nurse-Oncology-Nights

Hourly Pay Range: $36.00 - $55.80 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: · Position: Registered Nurse · Location: Evanston Hospital · Full Time/Part Time: Full time-36 hr/wk · Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00pm – 7:30am, rotating weekends · Required Travel: no What you will do: · Provide nursing care to all patient populations in the department · Utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating the patient plan of care · Maintain regulatory compliance in individual practice · Assume responsibility, accountability and authority for outcomes of nursing care · Guide and direct assigned unlicensed nursing personnel in delivering patient care · Positively contributing to safety outcomes and promoting high quality patient experience What you will need: · Education: BSN degree preferred · License: Current professional Nursing Licensure in the State of IL required · Certification: BLS/CPR certification required. Must obtain ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate within (9) nine months of hire. · Experience: 1 year experience preferred Benefits (For full time or part time positions): · Premium pay for eligible employees · Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development · Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options · Tuition Reimbursement · Free Parking · Wellness Program Savings Plan · Health Savings Account Options · Retirement Options with Company Match · Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay · Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
Northwestern Medicine

Triage Nurse-Internal Medicine Full Time Days $3,000 Sign On Bonus

Description ** This is a Full Time position at 40 hours per week located at the Glenview clinic. Schedule is Monday through Friday, 9a-5:30p.** The Triage 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. The Triage Nurse provides clinically expert triage service within a physicians’ practice. In their role, triage nurses serve as liaisons between patients and physicians, assessing and determining the acuity of patients’ symptoms and communicating these to the physicians as appropriate. They provide education to patients and to staff concerning clinical issues. Triage nurses must demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills and the ability to function as part of a highly effective team that consistently puts “Patients First.” Responsibilities: Establish positive first impressions with patients and customers, establishing a role as patient advocate. Triage all incoming telephone calls and electronic messages, prioritizing and resolving, involving the provider as appropriate, successfully completing the communication cycle. Document all communications in the electronic medical record. Schedule patient for visit with provider when telephone assessment indicates this. Assist in obtaining appointment for patients with specialists within NM. Coordinate emergency and hospital transfers, including paperwork and telephone communications. Administer medications and treatments in accordance with Nursing Standards and as ordered by the provider. Provide education to patients and staff concerning clinical issues. Assist in coordinating and monitoring activities of clinical staff to ensure adequate coverage and adherence to OSHA and CDC guidelines. Assist in orientation of new staff members. Perform other duties as assigned; may include: Assist in specific process improvement projects. Administer intravenous and injectable medications to adult, geriatric and wheelchair bound patients. Must demonstrate competency for age related responsibilities. Quality control must be maintained during all aspects of patient care. The triage nurse ensures that all exam rooms and equipment are maintained according to OSHA and CDC guidelines. Participates in departmental quality improvement activities. For triage nurses in the Immediate Care Clinics (ICC), float to other ICCs/departments. Qualifications Required: Graduate of accredited RN program At least 3 years of experience in a hospital or outpatient setting Registered Nurse License issued by State of Illinois Current CPR certification Preferred: BSN Specialty Certified At least 5 years’ experience in a hospital or outpatient setting Spanish speaking 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. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 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 (if sign-on bonus offered for position): 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.