About the role Join our growing Orthopedic Services team at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center, where we deliver exceptional care and outcomes for joint replacement, spine, and sports medicine patients. As the Orthopedic Care Coordinator RN , you’ll play a key role in guiding patients through every phase of their orthopedic journey — from initial consult to post-surgical recovery. You’ll serve as a patient advocate, educator, and liaison between surgeons, nurses, therapy, and ancillary departments to ensure a seamless experience and excellent outcomes.
What You\'ll Do Coordinate the full continuum of care for orthopedic patients, from pre-admission through discharge.
Provide education and support to patients and families about procedures, expectations, and recovery.
Collaborate with surgeons, nursing units, therapy, and case management to remove barriers and streamline care.
Track quality outcomes and contribute to program improvement initiatives.
Support marketing and community outreach for the orthopedic program.
Serve as a resource and mentor for nursing staff related to orthopedic care standards and best practices.
Why You\'ll Love Working Here Daytime Schedule – Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays.
Impactful Work – Help patients regain mobility and independence through coordinated, compassionate care.
Team Environment – Collaborate with a tight-knit surgical and inpatient team focused on excellent outcomes.
Career Growth – Opportunities to advance into clinical education, leadership, or service-line development.
Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, and health benefits starting on day one.
Required: Certifications/Licenses/Experience Active Registered Nurse (RN) in Illinois
Preferred: Certifications/Licenses/Experience Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
2-3 years of acute care experience
Ortho and/or surgical experience
Compensation Hourly Range - $31.25-$46.88
Bonus Potential for a performance-based bonus, subject to eligibility criteria and achievement of defined metrics. Details regarding bonus eligibility and performance goals will be provided during the interview process or upon hire.
Incentives Eligible for evening/night, weekend shift incentive based on company policies and applicable job codes. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.
Benefits We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:
Payactiv-earned wage benefit-work today, get paid tomorrow
Tuition reimbursement
Career advancement opportunities
Explore All Benefits https://www.deaconess.com/dil-benefit-guide
Qualifications Education Required
Associates
Equal Opportunity Employer
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