Coordinator Care Registered Nurse

Pulmonary Hypertension Program CoordinatorLoyola Medicine Transport is based at Loyola University Medical Center and is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.Benefits from Day OneCareer DevelopmentTuition ReimbursementOn Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification)Referral RewardsAs the Pulmonary Hypertension Program Coordinator, you will serve as a primary resource and advocate for patients, guiding them through their care journey with expertise, empathy, and precision. Working primarily in the outpatient clinic, you'll collaborate daily with physicians, nurses, social workers, administrators, and financial coordinators to deliver comprehensive, age-appropriate care during both wellness and illness. Key Responsibilities60% CARE COORDINATIONBecome the central hub of communication and organization for pulmonary hypertension patients as you:Coordinate care using established clinical protocols.Review diagnostic tests, labs, and clinical data to support decision-making.Ensure accurate documentation in progress notes, flow sheets, the Phoenix database, and the EHR.Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, social workers, financial coordinators, and nursing staff.Manage triage calls and partner with physicians to assess and address patient care needs.10% PATIENT & STAFF EDUCATIONHelp patients and families better understand their condition by:Creating and maintaining educational resources for patients, families, staff nurses, and program teams.10% DATA MANAGEMENTSupport program excellence by:Collecting, reporting, and submitting required data to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association in alignment with accreditation standards.10% QUALITY & ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORTElevate program performance by:Preparing quality metrics, attending protocol meetings, and supporting administrative initiatives.Participating in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement activities to strengthen outcomes and operations.OUTREACH & EXPERT CONTRIBUTIONExpand the program's reach and reputation by:Participating in community outreach efforts and traveling to partner facilities as needed.Serving as a pulmonary hypertension content expert at local, regional, and national levels.What you will need:3 years of professional nurse experience; at least 1 year of previous transplant, outpatient or dialysis experience highly desirable.BSN, bachelor's degree in nursing preferredCurrent IL RN licenseCPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)Preferred: Specialty certification in clinical or functional area of nursing granted by a national nursing organizationPreferred: National Certification as Transplant Coordinator or other related specialty preferred.By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.