Nursing Jobs in Bedford Park, IL
$84,760 - $151,715 / year
Location: 1520 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60607 Business Unit: RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center Department: Oncology Transitional Care Clinic Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1.0 FTE) Shift: 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Work Schedule: Four 10-Hour Shifts per week Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $84,760 - $151,715 per year Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 is a registered nurse (RN) who works with physician practices and multi-disciplinary teams to promote the effective utilization of services and coordination of care for patients within the Cancer Center service line. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 contributes to the assessment of patients' psychosocial, financial and clinical needs throughout the continuum of care ensuring high quality care while supporting quality metrics of the Cancer Center and Rush University Medical Center The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 functions as a liaison between patients, physician practices, the hospital, and the community performing functions that meet the core competencies of oncology navigation; Care Coordination, Communication, Education, and Professional Role/Care as well as the domains of the Profession Practice Model; Relationships and Caring, Evidence Based Practice, Technical Expertise, Critical Thinking and Leadership. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 care may be focused in medical oncology, hematology, stem cell transplant, gyne-oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, cancer screening or supporting multi-disciplinary clinics. This RN exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. This nurse will help recruit patients for our Oncology Transitional Care Clinic. Our goal is to reduce oncology readmissions and for this clinic to be the bridge between inpatient and outpatient. This nurse will visit any Cancer Center patients who are admitted on the oncology units or the general medicine units. The goal is to build relationships with our Cancer Center patients and their loved ones. This nurse will also build relationships with case managers, nurses, providers and leadership on the units to encourage referrals to the clinic. Good patients for OTCC are: High readmission risk New diagnosis patients who are overwhelmed Spanish-speaking patients and families Patients who are very sick and want to understand their options (treatment vs. hospice) Requirements Other information: Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required At least one year of nursing experience. Earned nursing degree of baccalaureate level of education or higher. Oncology nursing experience preferred Oncology nursing certification preferred Physical Demands Ability to travel throughout the Medical Center and some roles may require travel to other sites of care. Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities Relationships and Caring 1. Establishes a caring therapeutic relationship with patients and families utilizing effective communication while managing a defined patient caseload. Assesses patients for social determinants of health; utilizing findings to develop a plan of care and mutual goal setting. Serves as liaison for the patient, becoming an expert on the patient and their needs throughout the trajectory of their care from diagnosis to end of life or survivorship Advocates for patient and their families to ensure timely access to treatment and equal access to health care Collaborates with all members of the health care team in a positive, professional manner to ensure coordination of patient care. Serves as a reference regarding clinical trials and coordinates care with The clinical trial office Provides psycho-social support and Facilitates referrals and transitions of care ensuring effective utilization of internal and community resources Evidence-Based Practice Provides symptom managements utilizing guidelines/evidence based practice from oncology resources in collaboration with providers Performs role utilizing EBP within specialty established by nationally recognized oncology nursing associations, cancer societies and networks as well as published research and quality documents. Technical Expertise 1. Responds to patient questions and needs via various technology: “My Chart,” staff messages, telephone contact, etc. Coordinates/Schedules admissions, surgeries, laboratory testing, radiographic exam, and infusion. Performs basic administrative tasks related to role Establishes plan for venous access via assessment of peripheral veins. Performs nursing procedures per policy. Assists providers with procedures utilizing appropriate technique. Assesses patient and family learning style to provide ongoing education regarding diagnosis, staging, treatment, side effects and self-care. Provides detailed documentation in the electronic medical record to support assessment and interventions Critical Thinking 1. Reviews medical records to ensure completeness as applicable for patient diagnosis and staging. Requests additional medical records as needed Ensures new patients are scheduled for appropriate providers based upon assessment of patient and collaborates to alter plan as needed Assesses patients in person or remotely to evaluate current status and needs Provides telephone triage as defined by guidelines and in collaboration with provider coordinating care with infusion room, home health, urgent care or emergency department as required Recognizes changes in patient status and responds in a timely manner to optimize patient outcomes Prioritizes complex patient care based upon knowledge and clinical experience. Assesses patient compliance with treatment plan Leadership 1. Demonstrates accountability for professional practice, continuing education and progress toward achievement of goals Establishes and maintains expertise regarding disease, staging, current treatment options and management of adverse events. Serves as a liaison between practice and referral sources Participates in quality metric initiatives supporting optimal outcomes and value based metrics Assists in patient identification for tumor board, coordinates tumor board and participates in patient presentation and care plan development. Participates in the orientation and education of health care team members Serves as key member of multi-disciplinary team supporting patient cohesiveness, efficiency, and patient focused care. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. 
$124,610 - $175,000 / year
Location: Chicago, Illinois Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: IM Hem-Onc APP - Office Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Inpatient Hematology Advanced Practice Provider Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL Rush University System for Health, a national leader in outstanding patient care, education, research, community partnerships and empowering a new generation of health care providers, invites applications for the position of Inpatient Hematology Advanced Practice Provider, with RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center at RUSH MD Anderson Cancer. Rush University System for Health and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have partnered to create RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center. The partnership represents advanced clinical and operational integration in the delivery of cancer care, providing Rush patients greater access to cancer treatments and research considered among the best in the world. Department/division specs Four fellow inpatient Hematology Advanced Practice Providers. One Hematologist and one Hematology Hospitalist on the inpatient service Duties & Responsibilities Rotating four-day, 10-hour shift schedule APPs cover the unit seven days per week (days only) Reports to the Lead Inpatient Hematology APP 100% Inpatient Preferred Qualifications Applicants with previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in Cancer related specialty is preferred. Relevant RN experience may be considered. APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification. Position Requirements Nurse Practitioner: Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP) CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications Physician Assistant Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards. Rush has over 600 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Across the system, the APPs are supported by 4 levels of leadership, including 39 Lead APPs, three chief CRNAs, and a Senior Director of Advanced Practice Providers. Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day. Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities. Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities. Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year. All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years. Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all. Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. Pay Range: $124,610 - $175,000 Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. 
$190,000 - $245,000 / year
Location: Chicago, Illinois Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: RMG APP Operations Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Manager Primary Care Service Line Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, located in downtown Chicago, invites applications for the position of Primary Care Service Line APP Manager. The Manager, Advanced Practice Providers (APP) – Primary Care Service Line is a licensed Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) responsible for the leadership, operational oversight, and management of APPs across the Primary Care service line. The Primary Care Service Line includes APPs practicing across multiple geographic regions, specialties and care settings. APPs currently support family medicine, internal medicine and other primary care practices throughout the system, with leadership responsibilities distributed among regional- and discipline-specific Lead APPs. This role would provide leadership and oversight for APP practice across the Primary Care Service Line while maintaining a clinical presence to remain connected to frontline operations and patient care. Responsibilities The APP Manager partners closely with physician, nursing, and operational leadership to advance strategic priorities, optimize APP practice models, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered primary care. Responsibilities include: APP workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and retention Performance management and professional development Oversight of staffing, scheduling, and clinical deployment Advancement of quality, operational, and patient care initiatives Development and optimization of APP practice models across primary care services This role also maintains a clinical practice component to support ongoing competency and engagement in patient care. The position includes a minimum of 0.4 FTE protected administrative time, dependent upon the number of direct reports and additional leadership responsibilities. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision, and values and act in accordance with Rush policies, procedures, guidelines, and service standards. Job Responsibilities Provides direct oversight, coordination, and management of APPs across the primary care service line. Partners with primary care physician, nursing, and operational leadership to establish and execute strategic clinical and operational priorities. Collaborates with primary care leadership teams to ensure seamless integration of APP practice across all primary care settings. Supports expansion and optimization of APP practice models to improve patient access, throughput, continuity of care, and operational efficiency within the service line. Administrative & Operational Oversight Serves as direct manager for APPs and Lead APPs within the primary care service line. Oversees APP recruitment, onboarding, credentialing, privileging, orientation, and retention initiatives. Manages APP performance evaluations (annual and ongoing OPPE/FPPE), competencies, and professional development planning. Develops, maintains, and enforces APP policies, procedures, workflows, and best practices specific to primary care delivery. Resolves escalated staffing, performance, and employee relations concerns. Participates in budget development, resource allocation, productivity management, and fiscal oversight for APP operations within the service line. Attends and contributes to primary care leadership, faculty, and operational meetings. Ensures regular communication forums for APPs across the service line. Develops and monitors service line goals, productivity standards, patient access metrics, and quality outcomes. Clinical Practice Maintains active clinical practice within the primary care service line to support clinical competency and model evidence-based primary care. Completes and documents accurate histories and physical examinations Conducts comprehensive and episodic assessments and develops patient care plans. Orders, interprets, and manages diagnostic testing, therapies, and treatment plans within scope of practice. Prescribes medications, including controlled substances, as delegated and appropriate within scope of practice. Provides accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care transitions and specialty referrals. Leadership & Strategy Serves as a liaison between APPs, physicians, nursing, care management, and administrative leadership within the service line. Develops and sustains an environment that promotes excellence in APP practice, care delivery, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Facilitates APP engagement, mentorship, satisfaction, and retention initiatives. Participates in strategic planning efforts to align APP workforce contributions with service line and organizational goals. Evaluates and evolves APP staffing and care delivery models to optimize patient outcomes, provider efficiency, and operational performance. Supports leadership development and succession planning among APP team members. Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of APP workforce models and implements operational improvements as needed. Education Develops, oversees, and promotes continued learning and professional growth among APP staff within the line. Coordinates APP student rotations, APP fellowship/residency opportunities, and academic partnerships. Encourages continuing education, specialty certification maintenance, and lifelong learning among APPs. Promotes participation in research, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice initiatives. Pursues ongoing professional development to remain current on trends, innovations, and best practices in primary care medicine and APP leadership. Qualifications Minimum of five years of Advanced Practice Provider experience primary care related specialty is required. Leadership/management experience is preferred. Preference to candidates with experience leading in an academic medical center. This role reports directly to the Director of Advanced Practice Providers and has an indirect reporting relationship to the Primary Care Service Line leadership team. Demonstrated expertise in primary care, APP practice management, and interdisciplinary collaboration strongly preferred. Position Requirements Nurse Practitioner: Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP) BLS certification Physician Assistant Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants BLS certifications The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards. Rush has over 600 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Across the system, the APPs are supported by 4 levels of leadership, including 39 Lead APPs, three chief CRNAs, and a Senior Director of Advanced Practice Providers. Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day. Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities. Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities. Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year. All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years. Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all. Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. Pay Range: $190,000 - $245,000 Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. 
