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Lombard, IL - Nursing Consultant (Care Coordinator)

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Sep 17, 2025
Lombard, IL - Nursing Consultant (Care Coordinator) Lombard, IL - Nursing Consultant (Care Coordinator) Hiring Department: Division of Specialized Care for Children Location: Lombard, IL USA Requisition ID: 1033290 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: M-F 8:00am - 4:30pm Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: Hybrid Posting Close Date: Salary Range: The budgeted salary range for this position is $52,000.00 to $63,000. We strive to provide competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the full range for a position. Benefits: Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, paid leaves such as vacation, holiday, and sick, tuition waivers for employees and dependents. To view a complete list of employee benefits please visit: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary The DSCC Core/Connect Care Nursing Consultant provides care coordination services to families eligible for these two programs. Under the direction of the regional manager and assistant directors, the position is responsible for knowing and abiding by specific program contractual requirements. The Nursing Consultant is expected to engage and develop strong partnerships with families through completing comprehensive assessments and person-centered care plans, monthly interactions, and coordination of resources. It also offers consultation to other members of the multi-disciplinary team utilizing skills and knowledge acquired from academic training and professional experience as a Registered Nurse. Duties & Responsibilities False Under the direction of the regional manager, performs active care coordination services by completing comprehensive health assessments, identifying families' strengths, and developing a person-centered service and care plan. Facilitates 30-day ( or as needed) monitoring of the person-centered care plan, assesses/determines status change, prioritizing unmet needs and location of resources. Utilize a culturally - competent approach as guided by the university to support families' cultural values and traditions. Utilize as necessary interpreter language line and accommodation resources based on the university's Americans with Disability Act (ADA) guidelines, such as American Sign Language (ASL). Join and participate in Medicaid managed care clinical rounds occasionally. Join and participate in DSCC multidisciplinary meetings as needed. Engage as necessary with the transition of care team to promote effective discharge planning. Educate, support, and connect families with resources for a seamless age transition. Provide close collaboration with MCO teams for those participants that are co-managed (e.g., waiver recipients). Conduct and document in-person visits at home (every 6 months or as needed) or in other appropriate settings like schools or hospitals. Completes consistent and timely documentation (within 48 hours) to ensure case record compliance as established by procedures. Identifies critical incidents and collaborates with all involved providers for resolution. Manages clinically complex caseload participants resulting from neglect or abuse allegations, illness progression, or caregivers' hardship. Apply effective communication skills to improve families' health literacy. Arrange, lead, and contribute with areas of expertise to multi or interdisciplinary care team meetings with participants' providers, family members, nursing agencies, or school teams. Identify/escalate and facilitate internal team meetings on participants with complex behavioral/social determinants or clinical factors impacting their well-being. Active participation in post-records reviews and completion of recommended remediation within the expected timeline. Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, including but not limited to attendance at quality huddles and provision of recommendations as needed. Assist families and caregivers with the coordination of medical services, required treatments, supplies/equipment, and environmental modifications. May mentor/coach care coordination team members and participants/caregivers on self-management of chronic diseases, medication adherence, and prevention. May contribute as a subject matter expert on health education initiatives such as immunizations, weight management, the importance of physical activities, etc. May support other licensed and unlicensed care coordinators in verifying and interpreting clinical conditions, treatments, mental/behavioral health diagnoses or concerns, guiding priorities on the person-centered care plan, and recommending resources. Assists families with private/public health insurance through effective benefits management practices Minimum Qualifications Licensed as a registered professional nurse in the State of Illinois (If an Illinois Resident is licensed as a professional nurse in a state other than Illinois, the applicant must meet the criteria established by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to obtain the proper licensure within five (5) months of the date of appointment.) Bachelor's degree Two years of public health or specialized nursing experience 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. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. 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. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14782?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-a1bfb1b80f5a234ab4d0e2b7a32a85e1