Clinical Nurse Consultant II - Neurosurgery Surgical Coordinator
Clinical Nurse Consultant II - Neurosurgery Surgical Coordinator
Hiring Department: Neurosurgery Surgical Coordinator
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1033639
FTE : 1
Work Schedule - Monday-Friday
Shift : Days
# of Position: 1
Posting Date: 5/23/2025
Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $34.36./hr to $76.13/hr*. Final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.
This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.(RNs only)
About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health
The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Position Summary
The Clinical Nurse Consultant II is accountable for facilitating the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework. The Clinical Nurse Consultant II provides patient care and consultation, coordinates perioperative and Neuro Interventional Radiology care, and acts as a role model in clinical practice. The Clinical Nurse Consultant II strives to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Clinical Nurse Consultant II participates in monitoring, developing, and evaluating nursing practice while fulfilling unit and organizational goals.
Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical
Accountable for Perioperative and Neuro Interventional Radiology care coordination, ambulatory clinic surgical and Neuro IR patient care and follow ups, effective scheduling and perioperative and Neuro Interventional Radiology patient preparation to include medical and financial readiness for surgical cases, pre and postoperative care planning.
Engages in quality improvement projects for the unit and actively participates in quality improvement projects within the Division and Hospital. Monitors quality improvement outcomes and compliance.
Develops, coordinates and/or mentor staff in surgical coordination, patient care plan development and ongoing clinical assessment. Uses clinical expertise to collaborate with nursing staff and health care team to improve patient outcomes.
Consults with and implements orders from credentialed providers by performing interventions as prescribed by and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
Assesses, engages and obtains clinical information from multidisciplinary team, patients and/or family, and external care adjuncts, to develop an appropriate patient perioperative and educational plan. Work in close liaison with the inter-professional perioperative team to include Ambulatory Clinic, Financial, Anesthesia, Operating Room, Neuro IR, Sterile Processing, and Purchasing Teams. Obtain records from outside facilities as needed to coordinate surgical care and facilitate medical and financial readiness.
Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient changes and dynamic surgery scheduling needs to promote safety, quality care delivery, efficiency, and block optimization.
Engages nursing and support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback as needed. Ensure there is an effective closed loop of communication.
Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health's values through teamwork and effective communication to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a clean, safe and therapeutic environment.
Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide quality patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies.
Yearly completion of orientation program and unit-specific competencies.
Professional/Leadership
Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession. Assists in the coordination and management of daily unit activities.
Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing/accrediting health care bodies.
Recognizes and supports Shared Leadership as the selected method of nursing governance.
Participates in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior.
Demonstrates accountability for job performance by: (1) seeking opportunities to enhance job skills and knowledge; (2) maintaining conditions of employment (RN licensure, BLS and other required unit-specific certifications).
Receives and provides feedback to members of the health care team regarding performance/practice.
Organizational:
Adheres to the UI Health Code of Conduct. Upholds UI ICARE values. Adheres to department's time, overtime, and attendance policies.
Treats patients/families, staff, students and visitors with respect and dignity.
Comply with all organizational mandatory requirements such as Title IX training, annual learning modules, University Health Services TB and fit-testing requirements within the established due date.
Utilizes established communication channels/chain of command to escalate or resolve patient care problems.
Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem-solving and resolution.
Support, participate and collaborate in departmental and organizational education and initiatives.
Education/Research
Collaborate with other nurses and physicians to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
Assess and analyze educational needs of patients, colleagues, staff, and students.
Plan, present, and evaluate learning/educational experiences for staff and students.
Initiate, conduct, and analyze evidence-based practice research to improve patient care outcomes. Serves as a preceptor, mentor, and a resource to other nursing staff and students.
Access Medical Center intranet for relevant communication and to review and interpret changes in policy, procedure and other information pertinent to practice.
Conducts and support multidisciplinary research efforts in the department and across UI Health.
Take responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Eligibility for registration with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
- Two years of nursing experience in the particular branch of service to which assigned, one year of which involved work comparable to a Clinical Nursing Consultant I.
Required:
- Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse from the State of Illinois.
- Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit-specific certifications.
- Effective communication skills (oral and written) which facilitates therapeutic relationships between patients, families, and health care providers. Ability to build relationships and establish rapports with patients and colleagues.
- Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills, and work history.
- Excellent demeanor and experience that promotes working with multidisciplinary teams.
- Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems with on-the-job training.
- Ability to multitask and timely follow up on dynamic changes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Science in Nursing.
- ANCC Nursing certification.
- Experience with surgery block schedules and perioperative or procedural care coordination.
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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