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Job DescriptionDay shift some evenings required.
The Nurse Case Manager IHR reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
- Monitors and manages patient care to promote continuity of care, optimal patient outcomes, patient satisfaction, cost efficiency, and compliance.
- Consults with nursing staff and multidisciplinary team regularly to evaluate patient's status and appropriateness of medical care, including admission, length of stay, transfer and discharge.
- Monitors patient and family satisfaction.
- Responds to questions and complaints from patients, family members, and payors regarding care.
- Participates in discharge planning including coordinating patient transfers to other facilities and coordinating community resources.
- Provides discharge education and resource referrals to patients.
- Performs chart review to identify actual or potential issues with service delivery, patient outcomes and satisfaction, compliance, cost, and reimbursement.
Required:
- Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
- Current licensure as an RN
- Bachelor's degree in nursing
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
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Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.
If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.
Skills Required
- Current Registered Nurse licensure
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
- Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
Northwestern Medicine Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options, alongside a no‑cost EAP and wellness resources. Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability further strengthens protection during illness or injury.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and maternity leave at full base pay is available for eligible employees, supporting bonding time. Onsite childcare at select campuses and family‑oriented resources add practical support.
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Retirement Support — The retirement plan features an employer match after a service period, supporting long‑term savings. Basic life and AD&D coverage at no cost enhance financial security for families.
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