Inpatient Care Coordinator, NICU

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Candidates must have 3 full years of RN practice experience to be considered for this role.

This is a M-F day shift role with an approximate 9 am start time.
 

Job Duties:

• Provides expert care coordination, education, consultation and advocacy.
• Works with physicians, surgeons, consulting services, and hospital personnel to develop an organized care plan for patients who have been identified to participate in the program. 
• Acts as the primary resource for care coordination for families.  Completes assessments, identifies goals and objectives for performance improvements in order to provide the best patient care, optimum customer service and improve overall satisfaction. 
• Coordinates the specific program activities for the patient population. 
• Works collaboratively with the clinical case manager, social work, outside agencies and families to coordinate care of the complex patient.
• Transitions the patient from the inpatient to the outpatient setting. Supporting patient education for the
• clinical diagnosis as well as educating families on community resources which are available.
• Coordinates a patient hand-off to the Lurie Children’s Coordinated Care Entity when appropriate.
• Documents all team, physician and patient/family communication and concerns pertaining to coordination of care and services in the medical record.
• Communicates essential information to patients, families, and members of the care team. 
• Maintains a clinical database to develop and track key performance indicators. 
• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A BSN degree from an accredited School of Nursing is required.  A master’s degree from an accredited school of nursing is preferred.  
• Current licensure as a registered professional nurse in the State of Illinois is required.  
• Minimum of 3 years relevant clinical experience, preferably in case management. 
• The ability to effectively communicate with patients/families, physicians, hospital staff, social agencies, school personnel and community resources.  
• Excellent organizational skills, including ability to effectively manage multiple competing responsibilities.
• Previous successful experience in new program development, coordination, and marketing. 
• High level of initiative and autonomy.
• Proficient in a variety of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and working knowledge of EPIC.

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Nursing (Required)

Pay Range

$83,200.00-$137,280.00 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following