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UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II (Transplant Nurse Coordinator, Bilingual)
UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II (Transplant Nurse Coordinator, Bilingual)University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System • Chicago, IL, United States
UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II (Transplant Nurse Coordinator, Bilingual)

UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II (Transplant Nurse Coordinator, Bilingual)

University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System • Chicago, IL, United States
11 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II (Transplant Nurse Coordinator, Bilingual)

Hiring Department : Transplant

Location : Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID : 1037445

FTE : 0.60

Work Schedule - Days

Shift : Days

# of Position : 1

Posting Date : 10 / 1 / 2025

Salary : The previously determined range for this position was $40.08 / hr to $91.37 / hr

  • . Final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.

This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.(RNs only)

This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges : the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more :

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

The Transplant Nurse Coordinator (CNCII) is a Registered Nurse with experience in and knowledge of transplantation and living solid organ donation. Practicing under the supervision of transplant surgeons and physicians, the transplant Nurse Coordinator ensures coordination of the clinical aspects of transplant patient and living donor care throughout the pre-transplant phase. The job duties vary with the particular setting or assignment. Transplant Nurse Coordinators can be assigned to kidney, pancreas, liver and / or small bowel programs.Clinical Nurse Consultant II is accountable for facilitating the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework. The Clinical Nurse Consultant II provides patient care and consultation, coordinates the educational development of staff members and acts as a role model in clinical practice. The CNCII strives to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Evaluates patients at the appropriate UI Health site of care.
  • Coordinates care for transplant recipients from referral and / or until waitlisted, all potential recipients with living donors and all living donor patients.
  • Ensures that all pre-transplant patient coordination and patient education is documented and is in compliance with UNOS, CMS transplant program guidelines and UI Health policies / procedures.
  • In collaboration with the provider, orders all testing for evaluation as needed and reviews results with the provider in a timely manner following UNOS and CMS guidelines.
  • Develops, coordinates, and communicates the patient's plan of care based on ongoing assessment of the patient and input from the patient's family.
  • Uses clinical expertise to collaborate with multi-disciplinary health care team to improve patient outcomes.
  • Consults with and implements orders by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
  • Assesses, engages and obtains clinical information from multi-disciplinary team, patient and / or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan.
  • Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities and responds to patients changing needs throughout the transplant care continuum.
  • Ensures that the patient is added to the UNOS waiting list and the required listing letters are sent in a timely manner per UNOS requirements.
  • Coordinates and schedules all living donor transplant surgeries as assigned.
  • Attends and participates in transplant QAPI meetings, listing meetings, department meetings, multidisciplinary planning meetings and other meetings as needed.
  • Provides cross coverage for the transplant data coordinator by entering living donor information in UNOS prior to the living donor surgery as assigned.
  • Engages nursing and support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides, support and feedback
  • Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health's values through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a clean, safe and therapeutic environment.
  • Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide "quality" patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and other governing / accrediting health care bodies.
  • Recognizes and supports Shared Leadership as the selected method of nursing governance.
  • Participates in organizational, departmental and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior.
  • Collaborates with other nurses and physicians to identify, promote and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.
  • Initiates, conducts and analyzes evidence-based practice research to improve patient care outcomes. Serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to other nursing staff and students.
  • Other Duties as Assigned
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
  • Eligibility for registration with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
  • Two years of nursing experience in the particular branch of service to which assigned, one year of which involved work comparable to a Clinical Nursing Consultant I.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in both English and Spanish
  • Ability to select appropriate teaching methods based upon the educational and experience backgrounds of employees.
  • BSN (or higher) required of an accredited nursing program.
  • Current BLS / CPR and / or other required unit specific certifications
  • Current advanced cardiac life support, or within 6 months of hire for main hospital.
  • Nationally certified through ANCC approved certifier, or within 6 months of hire in an area relevant to their clinical area.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous RN experience working with solid organ transplant patients preferred
  • To Apply : For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the onlineapplication 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.

    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.

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