Ascension
Location
Elk Grove Township, Illinois
Salary
$40 - $56 / HOUR
Perform expert phone triage to prioritize urgent patient needs and coordinate care plans with interdisciplinary teams. Manage clinic operations including medication refills, prior authorizations, and scheduling specialized procedures.
Requires a Registered Nurse license from the Illinois Board of Nursing and BLS certification. Preference is given to candidates with 3 to 5 years of experience in Cardiology, ER, Critical Care, or Telemetry.
$39.75 - $56.11 per hour
Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
How you’ll make an impact in this role Conduct expert phone triage to identify chief complaints and symptoms, prioritizing urgent needs and critical results for immediate action. Partner with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care plans and deliver timely instructions to patients. Streamline clinic operations by managing medication refills, securing prior authorizations, and providing direct support to providers. Triage urgent patient needs, critical results, review testing and lab results Schedule for specialized procedures while providing comprehensive patient education regarding testing and preparation.
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
What additional preferences we're seeking Must have 3 to 5 years of RN experience in Cardio, ER, Critical Care or Tele.