Assistant Patient Care Manager (APCM), Med/Surg Oncology - Full-Time, Evening
UChicago Medicine, Harvey, IL, United States
Job Description
Be a part of a world‑class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as an Assistant Patient Care Manager (APCM) in the Med/Surg Oncology unit.
This position is a 100% onsite opportunity and requires the applicant to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
Eligible for a sign‑on bonus up to $15,000.
Essential Job Functions
Adherent to all hospital policies, procedures and standards of care
Observe and adhere to all corporate compliance requirements and communicate issues as they arise to the appropriate party as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan
Participate in budget preparation and assist in monitoring financial performance
Demonstrate cost effectiveness in meeting unit and patient care needs
Demonstrates a positive, supportive attitude to physicians, patients, families and other personnel consistently
Displays patience and tact when dealing with patients' families and other health professionals
Collaborate with physicians to clarify the patient’s plan of care as needed to support the patient and primary caregiver
Demonstrate clinical expertise and practice in unit’s specialty through active participation as well as verbal instruction
Provide leadership and support staff in facilitating patient care coordination
Adhere to and participate in regulatory compliance
Assures performance improvement data collection is completed in a timely manner
Assist unit leader in achieving unit goals
Successful completion of annual competencies
Round on patients and employees daily
Investigate and resolve issues related to customers and communicate outcomes to unit leaders
Demonstrate excellent communications with all stakeholders
Follow service standards through leadership by example
Participates and provides feedback in staff selection and hiring
Serves as a mentor and coach for staff
Responsible for evaluation of staff performance and provision of coaching feedback in a timely manner
Serves as a liaison in facilitating staff RN and physician relationships
Ensure daily assignments are completed and appropriate
Ensures effective on‑boarding and/or preceptorship of staff
Maintain effective interpersonal, interdisciplinary relationships that exude professional conduct
Commitment to professional growth and competence
Willingness to assume and participate in additional projects and assignments
Participation in leadership meetings
Maintain responsibility for attendance and punctuality
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required
Must hold a current RN Licensure State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation or valid temporary permit to practice nursing in the State of Illinois
Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
3‑5 years of experience in RN specialty area
Preferred Qualifications
Prior leadership experience
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full‑time (1.0)
Shift: Evenings (10‑hour shifts) 10:30 am–9 pm
Work Location: Onsite
Unit/Department: W4‑ Med/Surg Oncology
CBA Code: Non‑Union
Compensation & Benefits
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. Pay ranges are based on 1.0 FTE, reviewed annually, and reflect current market data. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience.
Employment Requirements
All employees are required to complete a pre‑employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
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Be a part of a world‑class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as an Assistant Patient Care Manager (APCM) in the Med/Surg Oncology unit.
This position is a 100% onsite opportunity and requires the applicant to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
Eligible for a sign‑on bonus up to $15,000.
Essential Job Functions
Adherent to all hospital policies, procedures and standards of care
Observe and adhere to all corporate compliance requirements and communicate issues as they arise to the appropriate party as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan
Participate in budget preparation and assist in monitoring financial performance
Demonstrate cost effectiveness in meeting unit and patient care needs
Demonstrates a positive, supportive attitude to physicians, patients, families and other personnel consistently
Displays patience and tact when dealing with patients' families and other health professionals
Collaborate with physicians to clarify the patient’s plan of care as needed to support the patient and primary caregiver
Demonstrate clinical expertise and practice in unit’s specialty through active participation as well as verbal instruction
Provide leadership and support staff in facilitating patient care coordination
Adhere to and participate in regulatory compliance
Assures performance improvement data collection is completed in a timely manner
Assist unit leader in achieving unit goals
Successful completion of annual competencies
Round on patients and employees daily
Investigate and resolve issues related to customers and communicate outcomes to unit leaders
Demonstrate excellent communications with all stakeholders
Follow service standards through leadership by example
Participates and provides feedback in staff selection and hiring
Serves as a mentor and coach for staff
Responsible for evaluation of staff performance and provision of coaching feedback in a timely manner
Serves as a liaison in facilitating staff RN and physician relationships
Ensure daily assignments are completed and appropriate
Ensures effective on‑boarding and/or preceptorship of staff
Maintain effective interpersonal, interdisciplinary relationships that exude professional conduct
Commitment to professional growth and competence
Willingness to assume and participate in additional projects and assignments
Participation in leadership meetings
Maintain responsibility for attendance and punctuality
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required
Must hold a current RN Licensure State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation or valid temporary permit to practice nursing in the State of Illinois
Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
3‑5 years of experience in RN specialty area
Preferred Qualifications
Prior leadership experience
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full‑time (1.0)
Shift: Evenings (10‑hour shifts) 10:30 am–9 pm
Work Location: Onsite
Unit/Department: W4‑ Med/Surg Oncology
CBA Code: Non‑Union
Compensation & Benefits
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. Pay ranges are based on 1.0 FTE, reviewed annually, and reflect current market data. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience.
Employment Requirements
All employees are required to complete a pre‑employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
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