PRN Registered Nurse Supervisor - Dynamic Team

Position: RN Supervisor (PRN)

Location: Oak Park, Illinois

Schedule: Approximately 8 hours/week, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday

Job Summary: Join our team at Cook County Health and Housing Forwards Medical Respite Center program, located in Oak Park, Illinois. We are seeking a dedicated RN Supervisor to provide clinical oversight and support in our 19-bed floor dedicated to serving individuals experiencing homelessness. This role involves coordinating post-acute-care medical respite services, including outpatient antibiotic therapy, wound care, home hospice care, and isolation/quarantine for CoVID-19.

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct clinical intake assessments for new clients entering the program.
• Supervise medical assistants, providing guidance on care plans and ensuring delivery of high-quality care.
• Coordinate client care with hospital providers, pharmacies, and primary/specialty care clinics.
• Collaborate with volunteer physicians on client clinical concerns.
• Assist clients in managing medical issues, including administering IV antibiotics and wound dressing changes.
• Ensure accurate documentation of client progress in the data management system.
• Maintain medical assistant work schedules to ensure 24/7 clinical coverage.
• Arrange transportation for clinical appointments and coordinate telehealth visits.
• Manage clinical and office supplies and provide written hand-offs to receiving agencies for discharged clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree or diploma in nursing.
• Current state licensure as a registered nurse.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with basic infection control protocols and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Spanish or Polish languages.
• Experience in home health care.
• Strong connections with public health or experience collaborating in public health initiatives.
• Previous experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care philosophy and practices.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated emotional strength and caring nature.
• Ability to adapt in a fluid environment.
• Comfort working with clients with diverse needs, including social and behavioral needs.

Apply directly with an updated resume. Qualified candidate will be contacted via phone or email for more details.