Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Outpatient Services Coordinator reports to the Director of Outpatient Services and Chief
Nursing Officer and is a hybrid clinical-and-operations role: an RN who still provides direct
patient care but also coordinates staffing, scheduling, communication, and daily workflow for
an outpatient department. The weekly House Supervisor shift adds an after-hours leadership
responsibility from 3:00–7:00 PM (1500-1900).
Essential Functions:
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established standards of practice, organizational policies, and applicable regulations.
- Performs patient assessments, treatments, medication administration, and patient education.
- Documents patient care accurately, completely, and in a timely manner in the medical record.
- Maintains clinical competency in all services provided within the department.
- Serves as a clinical resource and role model for department staff.
Department Coordination
- Coordinates daily department operations, patient flow, and service delivery.
- Serves as the primary point of contact for physicians, patients, families, and collaborating departments.
- Facilitates communication related to procedures, scheduling, patient needs, and care coordination.
- Identifies operational issues and implements appropriate solutions to promote efficient workflow and high-quality care.
- Assists with implementation of departmental policies, quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and process-improvement activities.
Staffing and Administrative Responsibilities
- Develops, maintains, and manages employee schedules.
- Reviews and maintains employee timecards, payroll records, and related staffing documentation.
- Assists with coverage planning, staffing adjustments, and resolution of staffing gaps.
- Participates in the orientation, training, coaching, and ongoing support of department staff.
- Supports department leadership with performance management, staff development, and operational reporting as assigned.
House Supervisor Responsibilities
- Serves as House Supervisor one designated evening per week from 1500–1900.
- Provides administrative oversight and leadership for hospital operations during the assigned shift.
- Assists with patient flow, staffing coordination, bed management, and operational decision-making.
- Serves as a resource for clinical and non-clinical staff throughout the facility.
- Communicates and escalates operational, staffing, safety, and patient-care concerns to appropriate leadership as needed.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois.
- Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience.
- Current BLS and ACLS certification.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and computerized scheduling systems
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Retirement
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Savings Account
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
Salary Description
$33 - $52 per hour (Depending on Experience)