Director of Nursing (DON)

apartment Norwood Crossing location_onChicago, IL

Director of Nursing (DON) - Norwood Crossing (Chicago, IL) Norwood Crossing , a highly respected, independent, non-profit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) serving Chicago's Northwest Side for over 125 years, is seeking an experienced, visionary, and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical services. If you are a proven clinical leader dedicated to excellence in resident care, regulatory compliance, and staff development , we invite you to join our tradition of exceptional service and commitment to our residents. Position Location Norwood Crossing 6016 N Hiawatha Ave, Chicago, IL 60646 Position Summary The Director of Nursing (DON) is a key member of the leadership team, responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and supervision of all nursing care and clinical operations within our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and other licensed areas. The DON ensures the highest standard of resident care is delivered in full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership: Oversee and manage the daily operations of the Nursing Department, ensuring comprehensive, high-quality, person-centered care for all residents. Compliance & Quality: Maintain full compliance with all IDPH/CMS regulations (including the Nurse Practice Act) and implement effective Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs. Staff Management: Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate nursing personnel (RNs, LPNs, CNAs). Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional working environment. Budget & Resources: Manage the nursing department budget efficiently, including labor, supplies, and equipment. Policy & Procedure: Develop, implement, and review nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other department heads, physicians, residents, and families to ensure coordinated and effective care delivery. Qualifications Licensure: Current, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Illinois. Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Director of Nursing (DON) in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care (LTC) setting is required . Knowledge: Expert knowledge of Federal and Illinois State regulations, survey processes, and quality improvement methodologies (QAPI). Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a large team of nursing professionals. Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Why Norwood Crossing? Legacy of Care: Join an organization with a 125+ year history of dedication to our community. Mission-Driven: Be part of a non-profit environment focused purely on resident welfare, not shareholder return. Supportive Environment: Work alongside a committed administrative team and engaged board of directors. Competitive Compensation and Comprehensive Benefits Package. Take the next step in your career and lead our dedicated clinical team!

RN

Director of Nursing

Full-time

Assistant Director of Nursing

apartment Senior Lifestyle location_onNorthbrook, IL

Company Description Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for the coordination of care on the nursing units in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards. This position will ensure that Senior Lifestyle standards for resident care are met. Job Description Starting Pay $40-$44. Responsible for the proper maintenance of medical records to include monitoring documentation in Yardi EHR. Monitor current health records, follow-up on incidents, issues with skilled residents and/or families, and meetings as needed. Develop and maintain a working relationship with professional providers of care to skilled residents. Assist the direct care nursing staff with admissions, transfers, and the discharge of residents. Monitor and follow-up with falls, infection control, skin issues, unusual occurrences, medication delivery error and any other issues as indicated by the HWD. Maintenance of quality assurance parameters including chart audits, log audits and the scheduling of in-services as indicated. Oversee the daily completion and adherence to documentation as required in Yardi EHR. Complete audits as per direction of the HWD. Assist the direct care staff with admissions, transfers & discharges. Provide direct care nursing and supervisor responsibilities as indicted. Provide staff in-service and education as indicated. Communicate, clarify and obtain orders, and updates on resident condition, etc. with other Health Care Providers. Qualifications Level of Formal Education: Associate minimum, Bachelor’s Degree preferred Area of Study: Nursing Years of Experience: 5-10+ years Type of Experience: Direct resident care experience, previous experience in similar position, experience as a clinical nurse Special Certifications: Must be LPN Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with all others. Technical Competencies: Excellent computer skills Information Systems: Yardi EHR Personal Attributes: Professional, organized, experienced, easy going, low-key, confidence in self-knowledge Additional Information Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.

RN

Director of Nursing

Full-time

Assistant Director of Nursing

apartment Senior Lifestyle location_onNorthbrook, IL

Company Description Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for the coordination of care on the nursing units in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards. This position will ensure that Senior Lifestyle standards for resident care are met. Job Description Starting Pay $40-$44. Responsible for the proper maintenance of medical records to include monitoring documentation in Yardi EHR. Monitor current health records, follow-up on incidents, issues with skilled residents and/or families, and meetings as needed. Develop and maintain a working relationship with professional providers of care to skilled residents. Assist the direct care nursing staff with admissions, transfers, and the discharge of residents. Monitor and follow-up with falls, infection control, skin issues, unusual occurrences, medication delivery error and any other issues as indicated by the HWD. Maintenance of quality assurance parameters including chart audits, log audits and the scheduling of in-services as indicated. Oversee the daily completion and adherence to documentation as required in Yardi EHR. Complete audits as per direction of the HWD. Assist the direct care staff with admissions, transfers & discharges. Provide direct care nursing and supervisor responsibilities as indicted. Provide staff in-service and education as indicated. Communicate, clarify and obtain orders, and updates on resident condition, etc. with other Health Care Providers. Qualifications Level of Formal Education: Associate minimum, Bachelor’s Degree preferred Area of Study: Nursing Years of Experience: 5-10+ years Type of Experience: Direct resident care experience, previous experience in similar position, experience as a clinical nurse Special Certifications: Must be LPN Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with all others. Technical Competencies: Excellent computer skills Information Systems: Yardi EHR Personal Attributes: Professional, organized, experienced, easy going, low-key, confidence in self-knowledge Additional Information Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.

RN

Full-time

Registered Nurse - Cardiology Full-time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onDeKalb, IL

Description The Registered Nurse 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. This role is a registered professional nurse who is accountable for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation for the care of assigned patients. As a member of the clinical and work unit team, the Registered Nurse participates in decision making and quality improvement activities which improve patient care outcomes. Responsibilities: Directs patient care provided by support personnel for a specific shift. Identifies changes in patient's physiological condition. Communicates patient status to multidisciplinary team members. Communicates directly with patient and family about nursing care. Provides clinical interventions to meet patient needs. Documents the nursing process. Assimilates information from multiple sources and implements appropriate action plan to provide safe, quality care. Assures safety and security of patients, significant others and staff. Clinical: Demonstrates clinical competence Provides direct patient care Directs patient care provided by support personnel for a special shift Performs ongoing assessment of assigned patients and their significant others biopsychosocial and learning needs Contributes to plan of care in coordination with patient care coordinator as appropriate Implements appropriate actions to respond to needs of patients and patients significant others Monitors and documents the patient's response to therapeutic interventions and progress toward outcomes Demonstrates cost effective approach to patient care in terms of equipment, supplies and all other resources In all areas of practice follows established policies, procedures and standards of care Participates in quality improvement activities. Professional: Demonstrates the following professional attributes Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation Is an advocate for patients and their significant key others, co-workers, the community and the nursing profession Consistently demonstrates accountability Champions collaborative practice with co-workers and other disciplines and departments Consistently demonstrates compassion to internal and external customers Dynamic representative of the nursing profession in internal and external forums Integrates theoretical knowledge base and clinical expertise in decision making Assumes responsibility for meeting mandatory requirements Assumes responsibility for personal development plan and education related to clinical specialty area. Research: Follows research protocols for assigned patients. AA/EOE. Qualifications Required: Current license as a Registered Professional Nurse or eligible in the State of Illinois Graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Certification of BLS CPR. Preferred: One year of experience. Equal Opportunity 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. 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. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: 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 at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

RN

Full-time

Nurse Navigator Palliative Medicine Full-time Days

apartment Northwestern Medicine location_onDeKalb, IL

Description The Nurse Navigator 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. The Nurse Navigator is a clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who coordinates multidisciplinary care to the patient using the nursing process. Responsibilities: Effectively collaborates with the patient, significant others, and other members of the healthcare team, while maintaining ANA standards of professional nursing practice. Assess and reassesses the patient and family for on-going care needs with knowledge of high risk criteria and initiates referrals to the appropriate resources in a timely matter. For all new patients, collects and analyzes data, identifies and coordinates appropriate multidisciplinary care and appointments. Triages this information and schedules patients appropriately. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff and coordinates new patients for the multidisciplinary clinics. Assists in creating a plan of care that indicates this collaboration and communication. Research - Utilizes the best available evidence, including research findings to guide practice decisions. Aware of available, current research trials and collaborates with research staff for new patients who may be eligible for a research trial. Serves as a resource to non-clinical staff regarding prospective patients calling for information. Is able to state rationale for clinical decisions based on critical thinking. Performs all aspects of patient care in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Identifies learning needs, abilities, preferences and readiness; assesses support systems, coping mechanisms and barriers to learning, making referrals as appropriate. Educates patient, family and caregivers regarding diagnosis, process, therapies, and testing. Assists with transitions in care and providers. Demonstrates an interest in personal development and growth beyond routine expected educational sessions. Qualifications Required: Current experience within the past five years. Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse program with a BSN and RN License in the state of Illinois (LIC RN). CERT BLS. Basic computer knowledge. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Excellent customer service skills. Consistently works within the framework of the Illinois Practice Act for Nursing and ANA Standards of Professional Nursing Practice. Ability to assess and determine situations requiring an interpreter and to use interpreter services effectively. Preferred: One year of experience in acute care in a hospital setting and/or one year of experience in outpatient setting. This experience is preferred to be within the last four years of employment. Prior case management or patient navigation experience in an acute or outpatient. Basic EPIC EMR knowledge. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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. 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. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

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