Overview Registered Nurse (RN) Care Coordinator - Oncology Clinic (Libertyville) – Advocate Health Care. This range is provided by Advocate Health Care. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
$34.90/hr - $52.35/hr
Responsibilities Participates in the direct care of patients to promote positive clinical outcomes and documents in the electronic medical record per department standards.
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of women and men with cancer related health concerns.
Interview and assess new patients for physicians.
Assist physicians per department standards with clinic visits and procedures if needed.
Assist patients and staff in the appointment process to expedite timely appointments.
Provide patients with appropriate education related to prevention, diagnosis, tests, surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, etc.
Teach patients about the importance of screenings such as mammograms, colonoscopy, etc.
Coordinate testing and expedite results reporting. Utilize the QCL and other tools in the EMR per department standards.
Provide emotional support and assure continuity of care by interfacing with day surgery, in-patient units, and out-patient facilities.
Maintain the QCL for the MD and facilitate patient flow through the continuum of care in partnership with the physician and other members of the health care team.
Follow-up with physicians on all abnormal testing in a timely fashion and document in the EMR per department standards.
Document all education, assessments and care given in the EMR according to department standards.
Identify and collect appropriate Quality Improvement data.
Follow-up with patients in a timely and professional manner and document in the EMR per department standards.
Act as a resource for the hospital in promoting cancer awareness, education, and screening tools; act as a resource for patients and other employees.
Use effective listening and questioning techniques in a professional and empathetic manner, demonstrating sensitivity to patients and families.
Develop educational tools for patients.
Identify, develop, and participate in hospital and community programs related to cancer screening, diagnosis, and cancer related health issues; develop education programs for cancer screenings programs and awareness; participate in AIMMC Cancer Committee activities.
Under the direction of the Radiation Oncology Coordinator and Cancer Center leadership, work with all hospital departments to provide seamless care for newly diagnosed cancer patients; teach other departments about cancer education, screening tools and treatment options; develop educational programs for the public.
Work with Wellness Communities of the Chicagoland area to support their efforts.
Engage in professional activities to stay abreast of industry innovations and standards to assist the center with new programming.
Continued self-growth and education in areas related to changes in cancer detection, education, and treatment options; present a professional image and courteous manner representing AIMMC to the public; participate in unit and hospital activities to promote service excellence; promote team behaviors and act as a role model for others.
Education, Licensure, and Experience Licensure: Nurse, Registered (RN)
Education/Experience Required: BSN preferred with 3-5 years focused experience in clinical areas; Board Certification by 12/31/2015 or within two years of hire; Graduate of accredited school of nursing and/or BSN, or BS in health-related field.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Good communication skills.
Ability to assess, plan, intervene, and evaluate the physical, emotional, and educational needs of patients.
Knowledge of computer operations and applications.
Current RN license in the state of Illinois.
CPR certification.
OCN preferred.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations.
Ability to work with patients in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints.
Ability to lift to 35 pounds without assistance; for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when the patient cannot assist, use patient handling equipment with at least one other associate when available.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.