Part Time Days, 7am-7:30pm, with every other weekend

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Part Time Days, 7am-7:30pm, with every other weekend

The Bed Planner 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.

Responsibilities:

• Determines the most appropriate level of care and ensures a smooth admission experience for patients by coordinating clinical needs with operational processes and insurance benefits.
• Chart review is used to assess for appropriate level of care.
• Assigns patients to the appropriate units based on clinical assessment while balancing the resources of the organization.
• Coordinates with unit charge nurse for bed placement.
• Collaborates with nursing operations leader for throughput issues.
• Serves as an access point resource for physicians, staff, and patients.
• Responds to and assigns all bed request and transfer orders in the electronic medical record.
• Documents unusual occurrences and patient relations issues; makes appropriate referrals to risk management, infection control and quality departments.
• Utilizes appropriate downtime procedures for bed placement when applicable.
• Assists with data collection and reporting for throughput and bed placement.
• Performs chart audits as requested by manager/director.
• Demonstrates I-CARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) in daily work and interactions.
• Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur.
• Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others.
• Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently.
• Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.
• Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.
• Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide.
• Collaborates with the admitting physician the most appropriate site of care for services to be rendered and any alternate levels of care available to meet the patients’ needs.
• Coordinates appropriate bed placement for patients with Patient Care Services, collaborating on location, staffing, etc.
• Utilizes all available tools and resources to gain better and complete picture of clinical assessment of the patient; notifies physicians and staff of concerns/ variations.
• Communicates in a non-threatening way that conveys caring and respect for patients, families and co-workers.
• Communicates a complete and accurate hand-off to the on-coming shift, minimizing miscommunication errors. Complete admission forms and paperwork completely and thoroughly.
• Assists in easy access to incoming patients by arranging transportation when necessary, coordinating services, and notifying points of entry of patient's impending arrival.
• Coordinates admission with registration staff to obtain accurate patient demographics as indicated.
• Refers appropriate cases to patient financial services, risk, peer review, infection control and patient relations.
• Coordinates patient activity and flow or movement between levels of care. Identifies potential throughput barriers and acts proactively to inform and alert upper management of anticipated delays.
• Confers with MD to discuss clinical and appropriate level of care when needed.
• Participates in process improvement activities, identifying opportunities.
• Demonstrates an interest in personal growth and development beyond the routine expected educational sessions.
• Embraces new and current co-workers, contributing to their growth and development.
• Contributes to teamwork and cohesiveness of the department and across departments.
• Seeks opportunities to network with people in like roles for on-going learning and opportunities to share best practice and process refinement.

Required:

• Registered Nursing license issued by the State of Illinois.
• Bachelors of Science Nursing
• Two years patient care experience in a hospital setting
• Able to multitask quickly, and process multi factorial stimulation accurately
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimum supervision

*Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role.

Preferred:

• Past experience in admissions,  discharge planning, and/or case management
• Masters of Science Nursing
• Membership in Professional Nursing Organization

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.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 

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.