Associate Nurse Navigator, Student Wellness (uchicago)
Job posting number: #243141 (Ref:JR30133)
Job Description
Department
CSL SHS: Clinical Operations Management
About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
The Associate Nurse Navigator, in partnership with the Nurse Navigator, serves as an additional point of contact for all students with identified chronic and medically complex conditions such as (but not limited to) asthma, COPD, inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes, HIV, heart and vascular disease, cancer, MSK, transplant, etc., as well as psychiatric and behavioral diagnoses.
Handles, responds to, follows up on, and appropriately triages student concerns and complaints.
Conducts follow-up phone calls with students at the provider's request; coordinates follow-up activities, answers questions, reviews plan of care, and ensures understanding.
Manages Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) tracking through the Chicago Health Information Management System (CHIMS).
Reviews incoming student intake information to determine immunization compliance as mandated by the State of Illinois.
Partners with providers and the administrative team to facilitate, coordinate, and ensure students' access to clinical and support services.
Works directly with students to identify and anticipate clinical needs. Provides direct nursing care as needed and when appropriate.
Assist students with referrals to outside resources and care coordination as needed. Partners with Case Workers in SCS as necessary.
Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Works collaboratively with the Supervisor of Clinical Operations to support the daily coordination and oversight of student care.
Applies logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Has a solid understanding of the information and techniques needed to diagnose, treat, and manage human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
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Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Associate Degree in Nursing.
License:
Registered Nurse with a current Illinois license.
Experience:
Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience with demonstrated clinical competence in patient care, teaching, and managing patients or students.
Advanced knowledge and skills of RN, LPN, and MA clinical practice duties.
Must have general computer skills and be adaptable to changing work situations and assignments.
Excellent interpersonal skills required, with specific ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, family members, and physicians.
Possess a strong customer service orientation and a commitment to excellence and accuracy while working in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.
Advanced training or experience with college-age or young adult populations preferred.
A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Associate Degree Registered Nurse in ambulatory care, preferably in behavioral health settings; familiarity with higher education environments is a plus.
Experience in Care Management or Patient Navigation preferred.
Ability to demonstrate organizational and interpersonal/ communication skills.
Demonstrated capability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
A high level of problem-solving ability is essential due to the complexity of issues encountered in this role.
Preferred Competencies
Strong decision-making, organizational, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Considerable skill in determining priorities, working independently, and making decisions.
High degree of initiative and problem-solving ability.
Ability to function both autonomously and as part of a team.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Courtesy, tact, and respect for others.
Ability to function with a high level of discretion at all times.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload.
Working Conditions
Clinical care settings and other campus settings.
The environment can be demanding.
Ability to work flexible shifts within the open clinic hours.
Occupational risk for exposure to infectious material and communicable diseases.
Ability to use computers extensively for up to 2 hours at a time.
Ability to use standard computer and office equipment.
Application Documents
Cover Letter (preferred)
Resume (required)
List of Three References (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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