Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to assume responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care. The Registered Nurse (RN) demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services. Responsibilities<ul><li> Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. </li><li> Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient s condition. </li><li> Collects, analyzes, and interprets data and information from health care members and documents actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses. </li><li> Documents the patient s plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected patient outcomes, and selected nursing interventions. </li><li> Performs interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, and the hospital policies and patient care outcome standard. </li><li> Revises the plan of care according to evaluation, changes in medical plan of care, and effective/ineffective nursing interventions. </li><li> Uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meet patient care needs of an assigned unit/floor including establishing priorities. </li><li> Other Registered Nurse (RN) duties as assigned. </li></ul>Requirements<ul><li> Current Registered Nurse (RN) License for the state in which the nurse practices. </li><li> Current Health Certificate (per facility Registered Nurse (RN) contract or state regulation). </li><li> Current PPD or Chest X-Ray. </li><li> Current BLS card. </li><li> One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred. </li></ul> Benefits At Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:<ul><li> Competitive pay & weekly paychecks </li><li> Health, dental, vision, and life insurance </li><li> 401(k) savings plan </li><li> Awards and recognition programs </li></ul> About Maxim Healthcare Services Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?AiY%2b5J93oWdH415rofiNeQk" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse (RN)**

Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to assume responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care. The Registered Nurse (RN) demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services.

**Job Description**

- Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
- Assesses signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient's condition.
- Collects, analyzes, and interprets data and information from healthcare members and documents actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses.
- Documents the patient’s plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected patient outcomes, and selected nursing interventions.
- Performs interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, and the hospital policies and patient care outcome standards.
- Revises the plan of care according to evaluation, changes in medical plan of care, and effective/ineffective nursing interventions.
- Uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meet patient care needs of an assigned unit/floor including establishing priorities.
- Other Registered Nurse (RN) duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Current Registered Nurse (RN) License for the state in which the nurse practices.
- Current Health Certificate (per facility Registered Nurse (RN) contract or state regulation).
- Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
- Current BLS card.
- One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred.

**Benefits**

- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs

**Community Overview**

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees, and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care, and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

RN Private Duty Nurse - Chicago, IL

CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Locums A World-Class Commercial, Industrial, and Cultural City The Community - Chicago, IL Chicago is truly one of the world's great cities. The spectacular lakefront skyline is the backdrop to a lively mix of fine food, fun times, vibrant arts, rich history and a warm Midwest welcome. A world-class commercial, industrial and cultural city, Chicago functions as a major national center and as the major regional center for America's heartland. Over 30 Fortune 500 companies in an assortment of industries have headquarters here. Factories and warehouses extend for miles from the downtown area. Chicago is also a major center for small manufacturing and business. There is probably no more diverse an economy in the country. Hines VA Medical Center Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital, located 12 miles west of downtown Chicago on a 147-acre campus, offers primary, extended and specialty care and serves as a tertiary care referral center for VISN 12. Specialized clinical programs include Blind Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury, Neurosurgery, Radiation Therapy and Cardiovascular Surgery. The hospital also serves as the VISN 12 southern tier hub for pathology, radiology, radiation therapy, human resource management and fiscal services. Hines VAH currently operates 483 beds and six community based outpatient clinics in Hoffman Estates, Kankakee, Oak Lawn, Aurora, LaSalle, and Joliet. More than 850,000 patient visits occurred in fiscal year 2017 providing care to more than 57,000 veterans, primarily from Cook, DuPage and Will counties. Schedule Schedule hours of work are Monday-Friday, alternating weekly shifts: one week of 8-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 5 days a week; and the other week of 10 hours shifts from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., 4 days/week; excluding Federal Holidays. Evening On-Call coverage 3:30 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. Weekend On-Call coverage 7:00 a.m. on Saturday through 7:00 a.m. on Monday. 24 hours Holiday On-call coverage is also required. REQUIREMENTS (duties include but are not limited to) Pre-anesthetic evaluation Obtain an appropriate health history Conduct an appropriate physical exam Request pertinent diagnostic studies Select, obtain, order, and administer pre-anesthetics medications Obtain informed consent for anesthesia, anesthesia induction, maintenance, and emergence. Document the informed consent, along with the pre-anesthetic evaluation, in the electronic record system. CRNA will be under the professional direction of an Attending Anesthesiologist, but must be capable of working independently. Preoperative and Intra-operative Care Obtain, prepare, and use all equipment, monitors, supplies, and drugs used for the administration of anesthesia, performing and ordering safety checks as needed. Select, obtain, or administer the anesthetics (General, Regional, MAC), adjuvant drugs, accessory drugs, fluids and blood products necessary to manage the anesthetics. Perform all aspects of airway management. Perform BLS/ACLS management Insert peripheral and central venous catheters Insert arterial catheters and perform arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples. Insert pulmonary artery catheters Perform and manage regional anesthetics techniques including, but not limited to subarachnoid; epidural; major and peripheral nerve blocks; intravenous regional anesthesia; transtracheal; topical and local infiltration blocks; bilateral superior laryngeal nerve blocks. Provide appropriate invasive and non-invasive monitoring modalities utilizing current standards and techniques. Recognize abnormal patient response during anesthesia, select and implement corrective action and request consultation, as needed from the assigned attending anesthesiologist in charge of professional direction. Evaluate patient response during emergence from anesthesia and institute pharmacological or supportive treatment to insure patient stability during transfer. Postoperative Care Provide post anesthesia follow up evaluation of the patient's response to anesthesia and surgical experience and notify the attending anesthesiologist as needed. Deliver a full report to the recovery room or ICU nurse. Select and prescribe medication and writing postoperative orders related to the care of the patient as necessary, in consultation as needed with the attending anesthesiologist. Initiate and administer respiratory support to ensure adequate ventilation and oxygenation in the post-anesthesia period. Initiate and administer pharmacological or fluid support of the cardiovascular system during the post-anesthetics period to prevent morbidity and mortality, in collaboration with the attending anesthesiologist. Additional Responsibilities Accept additional responsibilities which are within the expertise of the individual CRNA and are appropriate and relevant to the practice setting, as determined by the Director of the Operating Room, Chief of Anesthesia. These duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Covering all the Intensive Care Units/wards for emergency intubations; emergency and scheduled cardioversions; anesthesia for ECT treatments; epidural pain management; preoperative visits and or postoperative visits on the wards as required to support the proper level of functioning for the OR schedule, and for the needs of the Anesthesia Service. Furthermore, the CRNA schedule will be determined by the needs of the Anesthesia Service. <li<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HdE4rzf4ktRBNYlu26Yn7wo" width="0" height="0" />

**CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist**

Join our team as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Chicago, a world-class commercial, industrial, and cultural city. Chicago is known for its spectacular lakefront skyline, lively mix of fine food, vibrant arts, rich history, and a warm Midwest welcome.

**Job Description**

- Conduct pre-anesthetic evaluations, including obtaining health histories and performing physical exams.
- Request pertinent diagnostic studies and select, obtain, order, and administer pre-anesthetic medications.
- Obtain informed consent for anesthesia and document evaluations in the electronic record system.
- Work under the professional direction of an attending anesthesiologist while being capable of working independently.
- Prepare and use all equipment, monitors, supplies, and drugs for anesthesia administration.
- Select, obtain, or administer anesthetics (General, Regional, MAC) and perform airway management.
- Insert peripheral and central venous catheters and arterial catheters for blood sampling.
- Manage regional anesthetic techniques and provide appropriate monitoring modalities.
- Recognize abnormal patient responses during anesthesia and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Provide post-anesthesia follow-up evaluations and deliver reports to recovery room or ICU nurses.
- Prescribe medications and write postoperative orders in consultation with the attending anesthesiologist.
- Initiate respiratory support and pharmacological or fluid support during the post-anesthesia period.
- Accept additional responsibilities relevant to the practice setting as determined by the Director of the Operating Room or Chief of Anesthesia.

**Requirements**

- Must be capable of covering all Intensive Care Units/wards for emergency intubations and scheduled cardioversions.
- Provide anesthesia for ECT treatments and manage epidural pain as required.

**Community Overview**

Hines VA Medical Center, located 12 miles west of downtown Chicago on a 147-acre campus, offers primary, extended, and specialty care. It serves as a tertiary care referral center for VISN 12 and operates 483 beds along with six community-based outpatient clinics. The hospital provided care to more than 57,000 veterans in fiscal year 2017. 

Schedule hours are Monday-Friday with alternating weekly shifts: one week of 8-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and the other week of 10-hour shifts from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., excluding Federal Holidays. Evening on-call coverage is required from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., along with weekend on-call coverage from Saturday to Monday. Holiday on-call coverage is also required.

Physician / Illinois / Permanent / Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Locums Job

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General and Staff Related: <ul><li> Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate. </li><li> Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients. </li><li> Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift. </li><li> Participate in patient care plan meetings. </li><li> Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services. </li><li> Train and orient staff as necessary. </li><li> Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures. </li><li> Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment. </li><li> Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter. </li><li> With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care. </li><li> Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information. </li><li> Supervise all documentation of patient information. </li><li> Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity. Patient Care: </li><li> Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately. </li><li> Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation. </li><li> Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed. </li><li> Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary. </li><li> Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care. </li><li> Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis. </li><li> Administer medications to patients per physician's orders. </li><li> Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members. </li><li> Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans. </li><li> Admit new patients according to facility procedure. </li><li> Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication. </li></ul> Technical: <ul><li> Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care. </li><li> Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed. </li><li> Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual. </li><li> Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training. </li></ul> Other: <ul><li> Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager </li><li> Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested. </li><li> Promote efficient use of medical supplies. </li><li> Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> Relationships: <ul><li> Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP) </li><li> External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. </li><li> Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.) </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis </li><li> RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient servicesin the absence of the Clinical Managermust have one-yearclinical experience and six months dialysis experience. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience preferred. </li><li> Successfully completea training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li><li> Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any). </li></ul>The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Annual Rate: $85,000.00 - $143,000.00 Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below. Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave. Bonus Eligible Positions - include language below. Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?JwTD%2fX6AScHlr9rUmatCTAf" width="0" height="0" />

**Hemodialysis Team Leader**

Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day-to-day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.

**Job Description**

- Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation.
- Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence of the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
- With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.

**Patient Care Responsibilities**

- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medication.

**Technical Responsibilities**

- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training.

**Other Responsibilities**

- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager.
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested.
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Relationships**

- Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP).
- External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.

Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.

**Supervision**

Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.

**Education**

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.).
- Current appropriate state licensure.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis.
- RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient services in the absence of the Clinical Manager must have one year clinical experience and six months dialysis experience.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.
- Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any).

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Annual Rate: $85,000.00 - $143,000.00

Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans

Charge Registered Nurse - RN

Will be covering both South Holland and Evergreen Park locations! PURPOSE AND SCOPE:Collaborates with internal and external customers, to ensure a positive customer experience for every patient from first point of referral, through education, modality options, and access placement and follow up, as applicable, to eventual admission into Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC) or through smooth transition between modalities. Actively promotes home modalities to physicians, patients, and other groups both internal and external directly and through Kidney Care Advocates and Associate Advocates. Supports all aspects of growth within defined regions or areas of a business.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Oversees Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) modality education programs for a designated territory to ensure every patient along with their care giver and support system (if applicable) receives comprehensive education on modality options including hemodialysis treatments both at home and in-center, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplantation as well as education on hemodialysis access types with a focus on the health and safety benefits of AV-Fistula or AV-Graft compared to central venous catheters.</li><li>Responsible for hiring, coaching and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action and terminations. Provides leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.</li><li>Provides monthly reporting on Home Therapies referrals to Director of Operations, Area Team Leads and/or Market Manager.</li><li>Responsible for training Kidney Care Advocates on all programs relating to the kidney education process.</li><li>Assists with the navigation of patients along the continuum of care from Stage 4 CKD to initiation of dialysis, or in transition from in-center hemodialysis to home therapy, including but not limited to proper and timely access placement.</li><li>Maintains high level, routine communication with physicians, partners, the interdisciplinary team members, Chronic and Home Clinic Managers.</li><li>Supports and implements processes with physician practices as well as local clinics for patient referrals and evaluates the effectiveness of processes through an ongoing basis.</li><li>Ensure timely responses to all referrals for education on modalities.</li><li>Assists in the identification, evaluation and selection of Home Dialysis patients and Care Partners.</li><li>Coordinates the timely admission of patients, including urgent start placements into Fresenius Kidney Care Home Therapy and In-Center programs. Collaborates with management to identify and resolve admission barriers.</li><li>Conducts Home Therapy awareness programs for existing patients and Fresenius staff, as needed or as directed.</li><li>Strives to meet growth goals by maintaining strong physician and partner relationships and identifying opportunities for increasing referrals to Fresenius Kidney Care and Home Therapies.</li><li>Collaborates with Kidney Care Advocate, RVP, Market Development, and HT DO on the development and implementation of the home therapy strategic plan.</li><li>Maintains knowledge of FMCNA Home Therapies products, services and strategies in order to promote FMCNA Home Therapies to the community through outreach programs.</li><li>Participates in all pertinent FMS training and development opportunities to grow and develop business knowledge, skills and leadership competencies.</li><li>Provides educational programs to physicians, as needed.</li><li>Coordinates communication of all corporate and business unit Home Therapies initiatives to physicians in collaboration with the Regional Vice Presidents and home therapy managers.</li><li>Fosters relationships with FKC partners such as NxStage, Azura, and Interwell to ensure opportunities for partnerships are developed and utilized.</li><li>Ensures accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and status through maintenance of CTH database and Power BI, and/or electronic medical record.</li><li>Provides assistance to junior level staff with general tasks that require a better understanding of functions, as directed my immediate supervisor.</li><li>Trains new managers on company standards and procedures, customer experience and how to properly interact with team.</li><li>Oversee Manager new hire training and development activities, identify training needs for the organization, supervise trainers work and develop effective manager training programs.</li><li>Reports to Director for higher level issues that may arise.</li><li>Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program and all regulatory and FMCNA policy requirements. </li></ul><ul><li>Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians.</li><li>Requires frequent prolonged periods of standing.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Travel to regional, business unit, and corporate meetings will be required. </li><li>Must be willing to work occasional evening and weekends, as needed, to provide modality education.</li><li>Extensive regional travel to physician groups and advocate and associate advocate home base.</li></ul>SUPERVISION: <ul><li>Responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of Kidney Care Advocate staff.</li></ul>EDUCATION:<ul><li> Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree desirable. </li><li>Registered Nurse degree desirable.</li><li>Subject to state licensure requirements, MSW or RD (or other applicable licensed professionals) may be eligible under the supervision of Qualified Licensed Staff.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree plus 6 - 8 years' related experience ; or Master's degree with 4+ years' related experience; or RN with 5+ years related experience. </li></ul><ul><li>3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred.</li><li>Minimum of 1 year Nursing experience preferred.</li><li>Minimum of 1 year Home Dialysis experience desired.</li><li>Minimum 4 years with proven success in the Kidney Care Advocate Manager or similar role.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership and management competencies and skills including, but not limited to customer service, patient outcomes, continuous quality improvement, team building and employee motivation, decision-making, relationship development and leading cohesive and productive teams.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact.</li><li>High level of emotional intelligence and demonstrated ability to relate to persons of all ages and diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Results oriented to exceed established goals.</li><li>Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.</li><li>Proven ability to be a team player.</li></ul> The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Annual Rate: $90000.00 - $150000.00 Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?JwTD%2fX6AScHqLux7aTf6%2bwf" width="0" height="0" />

**Kidney Care Advocate Manager**

Will be covering both South Holland and Evergreen Park locations!

**Job Description**

- Collaborates with internal and external customers to ensure a positive customer experience for every patient from the first point of referral through education, modality options, and access placement and follow-up, as applicable, to eventual admission into Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC) or through smooth transition between modalities.
- Actively promotes home modalities to physicians, patients, and other groups both internal and external directly and through Kidney Care Advocates and Associate Advocates.
- Supports all aspects of growth within defined regions or areas of a business.
- Oversees Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) modality education programs for a designated territory to ensure every patient along with their caregiver and support system (if applicable) receives comprehensive education on modality options including hemodialysis treatments both at home and in-center, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplantation as well as education on hemodialysis access types with a focus on the health and safety benefits of AV-Fistula or AV-Graft compared to central venous catheters.
- Responsible for hiring, coaching, and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, and terminations. Provides leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.
- Provides monthly reporting on Home Therapies referrals to Director of Operations, Area Team Leads, and/or Market Manager.
- Responsible for training Kidney Care Advocates on all programs relating to the kidney education process.
- Assists with the navigation of patients along the continuum of care from Stage 4 CKD to initiation of dialysis, or in transition from in-center hemodialysis to home therapy, including but not limited to proper and timely access placement.
- Maintains high level, routine communication with physicians, partners, the interdisciplinary team members, Chronic and Home Clinic Managers.
- Supports and implements processes with physician practices as well as local clinics for patient referrals and evaluates the effectiveness of processes on an ongoing basis.
- Ensures timely responses to all referrals for education on modalities.
- Assists in the identification, evaluation, and selection of Home Dialysis patients and Care Partners.
- Coordinates the timely admission of patients, including urgent start placements into Fresenius Kidney Care Home Therapy and In-Center programs. Collaborates with management to identify and resolve admission barriers.
- Conducts Home Therapy awareness programs for existing patients and Fresenius staff, as needed or as directed.
- Strives to meet growth goals by maintaining strong physician and partner relationships and identifying opportunities for increasing referrals to Fresenius Kidney Care and Home Therapies.
- Collaborates with Kidney Care Advocate, RVP, Market Development, and HT DO on the development and implementation of the home therapy strategic plan.
- Maintains knowledge of FMCNA Home Therapies products, services, and strategies in order to promote FMCNA Home Therapies to the community through outreach programs.
- Participates in all pertinent FMS training and development opportunities to grow and develop business knowledge, skills, and leadership competencies.
- Provides educational programs to physicians, as needed.
- Coordinates communication of all corporate and business unit Home Therapies initiatives to physicians in collaboration with the Regional Vice Presidents and home therapy managers.
- Fosters relationships with FKC partners such as NxStage, Azura, and Interwell to ensure opportunities for partnerships are developed and utilized.
- Ensures accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and status through maintenance of CTH database and Power BI, and/or electronic medical record.
- Provides assistance to junior level staff with general tasks that require a better understanding of functions, as directed by immediate supervisor.
- Trains new managers on company standards and procedures, customer experience, and how to properly interact with the team.
- Oversees Manager new hire training and development activities, identifies training needs for the organization, supervises trainers' work, and develops effective manager training programs.
- Reports to Director for higher level issues that may arise.
- Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program and all regulatory and FMCNA policy requirements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians.
- Requires frequent prolonged periods of standing.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- Travel to regional, business unit, and corporate meetings will be required.
- Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed, to provide modality education.
- Extensive regional travel to physician groups and advocate and associate advocate home base.

**Supervision**

- Responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of Kidney Care Advocate staff.

**Education**

- Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree desirable.
- Registered Nurse degree desirable.
- Subject to state licensure requirements, MSW or RD (or other applicable licensed professionals) may be eligible under the supervision of Qualified Licensed Staff.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Bachelor's Degree plus 6 - 8 years' related experience; or Master's degree with 4+ years' related experience; or RN with 5+ years related experience.
- 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year Nursing experience preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year Home Dialysis experience desired.
- Minimum 4 years with proven success in the Kidney Care Advocate Manager or similar role.
- Demonstrated leadership and management competencies and skills including but not limited to customer service, patient outcomes, continuous quality improvement, team building and employee motivation, decision-making, relationship development, and leading cohesive and productive teams.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact.
- High level of emotional intelligence and demonstrated ability to relate to persons of all ages and diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Results-oriented to exceed established goals.
- Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.
- Proven ability to be a team player.

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Annual Rate: $90,000.00 - $150,000.00

**Benefits**

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave, and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans

Dialysis Program Manager Registered Nurse - RN

Amergis is offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Gastroenterology GE APP to join our team in Chicago, IL! Pay: $80.00 per hour Highlights: • Monday- Friday 8am- 5pm, NO CALL • Modalities : GI Health, Gastroenterology cases for adults 18+ only • Malpractice and travel covered • EMR: Cerner • Contract Length: 6-months to ongoing - 2-3 month credentialing Minimum Requirements: • Must have IL State Practitioner License • Must have valid Controlled Substance License<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?VlFO9veTF6AetGhM1TNlPwn" width="0" height="0" />

**Gastroenterology GE APP**

Amergis is offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Gastroenterology GE APP to join our team in Chicago, IL!

**Job Description**

- Pay: $80.00 per hour
- Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, NO CALL
- Modalities: GI Health, Gastroenterology cases for adults 18+ only
- Malpractice and travel covered
- EMR: Cerner
- Contract Length: 6-months to ongoing - 2-3 month credentialing

**Requirements**

- Must have IL State Practitioner License
- Must have valid Controlled Substance License

Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner

$1,733.66 - $1,926.29 Weekly Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour work week, and may be eligible for overtime A Registered Nurse (RN) needed in an Emergency Room/Department (ER/ED) setting. Job Type: Local or Travel Contract. Shift: Days, 36hr Week (3x12) Location: Harvey, IL. Requirements: Must have 1yr ER/ED experience during the past 3yrs. Updated resume, Basic Life Support (BLS - AHA or Red Cross), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS - AHA or Red Cross), Pediatric Life Support (PALS - AHA or Red Cross), National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), current drivers license (DL), and an active Illinois RN license. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Flexible Spending, Pet Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Matching 401k, and more. We can help you achieve your career goals by connecting you to our diverse healthcare clients close to home or in desirable locations throughout the United States. Choose to serve patients in major medical centers, community-based hospitals, outpatient clinics, sub-acute care & rehab hospitals, correctional and long-term care facilities, and more. Our team members will match you with the facility that corresponds to your personal and professional goals. Accountable Benefits include Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Life and ADD, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Flexible Spending, Legal Services, Voluntary Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance and Matching 401K EEO/Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Veteran Yep, we're Accountable! Quick Apply in seconds <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?XTPg%2foUqCEeKpwBYKTZyQwy" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Room/Department**

A Registered Nurse (RN) is needed in an Emergency Room/Department (ER/ED) setting. This position offers the flexibility of local or travel contracts with a shift of days, working a 36-hour week (3x12). The location for this role is Harvey, IL.

**Job Description**

- Provide nursing care in an Emergency Room/Department setting
- Work on a local or travel contract basis
- Maintain a 36-hour work week with 3 twelve-hour shifts

**Requirements**

- Must have 1 year of ER/ED experience during the past 3 years
- Updated resume
- Basic Life Support (BLS - AHA or Red Cross)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS - AHA or Red Cross)
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS - AHA or Red Cross)
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Current driver's license (DL)
- Active Illinois RN license

**Benefits**

- Medical, dental, and voluntary vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Pet insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Matching 401k and more

We can help you achieve your career goals by connecting you to our diverse healthcare clients close to home or in desirable locations throughout the United States. Choose to serve patients in major medical centers, community-based hospitals, outpatient clinics, sub-acute care and rehab hospitals, correctional and long-term care facilities, and more.

Our team members will match you with the facility that corresponds to your personal and professional goals. 

Accountable benefits include medical, dental, voluntary vision, life and accidental death and dismemberment (ADD), critical illness, hospital indemnity, flexible spending, legal services, voluntary accident insurance, pet insurance, short-term disability insurance, and matching 401k.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department (ED)

$2,222.64 - $2,469.60 Weekly Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour work week, and may be eligible for overtime A Registered Nurse (RN) needed in a Labor and Delivery (L&D) setting. Job Type: Local or Travel Contract. Shift: Nights, 36hr Week (3x12). Location: Chicago, IL. Requirements: Must have 1yr L&D experience during the past 3yrs. Updated resume, Basic Life Support (BLS - AHA or Red Cross), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification, current drivers license (DL), and an active Illinois RN license. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Flexible Spending, Pet Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Matching 401k, and more. We can help you achieve your career goals by connecting you to our diverse healthcare clients close to home or in desirable locations throughout the United States. Choose to serve patients in major medical centers, community-based hospitals, outpatient clinics, sub-acute care & rehab hospitals, correctional and long-term care facilities, and more. Our team members will match you with the facility that corresponds to your personal and professional goals. Accountable Benefits include Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Life and ADD, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Flexible Spending, Legal Services, Voluntary Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance and Matching 401K EEO/Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Veteran Yep, we're Accountable! Quick Apply in seconds <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?oEy%2fF1rCtL33g52MFKdSkww" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery**

A Registered Nurse (RN) is needed in a Labor and Delivery (L&D) setting. This position can be a local or travel contract, with night shifts available for a 36-hour work week (3x12). The location is Chicago, IL.

**Job Description**

- Provide nursing care in a Labor and Delivery setting
- Work night shifts for a 36-hour work week
- Ensure compliance with all nursing standards and protocols

**Requirements**

- Must have 1 year of L&D experience during the past 3 years
- Updated resume
- Basic Life Support (BLS - AHA or Red Cross) certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- Current driver's license (DL)
- Active Illinois RN license

**Benefits**

- Medical, dental, and voluntary vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Pet insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Matching 401k and more

We can help you achieve your career goals by connecting you to our diverse healthcare clients close to home or in desirable locations throughout the United States. Choose to serve patients in major medical centers, community-based hospitals, outpatient clinics, sub-acute care & rehab hospitals, correctional and long-term care facilities, and more.

Our team members will match you with the facility that corresponds to your personal and professional goals.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery (L&D)

Medicus has partnered with a hospital in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, with an opening for a CRNA to assist their team. About the Opportunity:<ul><li> Schedule: 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts available </li><li> No call shifts </li><li> 28 anesthetizing sites </li><li> Cases: General, OB, pediatrics, GI, endo, cath lab, neuro, and thoracic </li><li> Care Team Model: 1:3 or 1:4 supervision </li><li> EMR: Epic </li><li> Paid travel & expenses </li></ul> When you are not working, enjoy live theater performances, explore beautiful parks, or visit nearby Chicago. If you are interested, please apply to learn more. CRNA - 68578 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?JwTD%2fX6AScHN46Oy%2fWCF4gf" width="0" height="0" />

**CRNA**

Medicus has partnered with a hospital in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, with an opening for a CRNA to assist their team.

**Job Description**

- Schedule: 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts available
- No call shifts
- 28 anesthetizing sites
- Cases: General, OB, pediatrics, GI, endo, cath lab, neuro, and thoracic
- Care Team Model: 1:3 or 1:4 supervision
- EMR: Epic
- Paid travel & expenses

When you are not working, enjoy live theater performances, explore beautiful parks, or visit nearby Chicago.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Will be covering both South Holland and Evergreen Park locations! PURPOSE AND SCOPE:Collaborates with internal and external customers, to ensure a positive customer experience for every patient from first point of referral, through education, modality options, and access placement and follow up, as applicable, to eventual admission into Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC) or through smooth transition between modalities. Actively promotes home modalities to physicians, patients, and other groups both internal and external directly and through Kidney Care Advocates and Associate Advocates. Supports all aspects of growth within defined regions or areas of a business.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Oversees Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) modality education programs for a designated territory to ensure every patient along with their care giver and support system (if applicable) receives comprehensive education on modality options including hemodialysis treatments both at home and in-center, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplantation as well as education on hemodialysis access types with a focus on the health and safety benefits of AV-Fistula or AV-Graft compared to central venous catheters.</li><li>Responsible for hiring, coaching and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action and terminations. Provides leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.</li><li>Provides monthly reporting on Home Therapies referrals to Director of Operations, Area Team Leads and/or Market Manager.</li><li>Responsible for training Kidney Care Advocates on all programs relating to the kidney education process.</li><li>Assists with the navigation of patients along the continuum of care from Stage 4 CKD to initiation of dialysis, or in transition from in-center hemodialysis to home therapy, including but not limited to proper and timely access placement.</li><li>Maintains high level, routine communication with physicians, partners, the interdisciplinary team members, Chronic and Home Clinic Managers.</li><li>Supports and implements processes with physician practices as well as local clinics for patient referrals and evaluates the effectiveness of processes through an ongoing basis.</li><li>Ensure timely responses to all referrals for education on modalities.</li><li>Assists in the identification, evaluation and selection of Home Dialysis patients and Care Partners.</li><li>Coordinates the timely admission of patients, including urgent start placements into Fresenius Kidney Care Home Therapy and In-Center programs. Collaborates with management to identify and resolve admission barriers.</li><li>Conducts Home Therapy awareness programs for existing patients and Fresenius staff, as needed or as directed.</li><li>Strives to meet growth goals by maintaining strong physician and partner relationships and identifying opportunities for increasing referrals to Fresenius Kidney Care and Home Therapies.</li><li>Collaborates with Kidney Care Advocate, RVP, Market Development, and HT DO on the development and implementation of the home therapy strategic plan.</li><li>Maintains knowledge of FMCNA Home Therapies products, services and strategies in order to promote FMCNA Home Therapies to the community through outreach programs.</li><li>Participates in all pertinent FMS training and development opportunities to grow and develop business knowledge, skills and leadership competencies.</li><li>Provides educational programs to physicians, as needed.</li><li>Coordinates communication of all corporate and business unit Home Therapies initiatives to physicians in collaboration with the Regional Vice Presidents and home therapy managers.</li><li>Fosters relationships with FKC partners such as NxStage, Azura, and Interwell to ensure opportunities for partnerships are developed and utilized.</li><li>Ensures accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and status through maintenance of CTH database and Power BI, and/or electronic medical record.</li><li>Provides assistance to junior level staff with general tasks that require a better understanding of functions, as directed my immediate supervisor.</li><li>Trains new managers on company standards and procedures, customer experience and how to properly interact with team.</li><li>Oversee Manager new hire training and development activities, identify training needs for the organization, supervise trainers work and develop effective manager training programs.</li><li>Reports to Director for higher level issues that may arise.</li><li>Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program and all regulatory and FMCNA policy requirements. </li></ul><ul><li>Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians.</li><li>Requires frequent prolonged periods of standing.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Travel to regional, business unit, and corporate meetings will be required. </li><li>Must be willing to work occasional evening and weekends, as needed, to provide modality education.</li><li>Extensive regional travel to physician groups and advocate and associate advocate home base.</li></ul>SUPERVISION: <ul><li>Responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of Kidney Care Advocate staff.</li></ul>EDUCATION:<ul><li> Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree desirable. </li><li>Registered Nurse degree desirable.</li><li>Subject to state licensure requirements, MSW or RD (or other applicable licensed professionals) may be eligible under the supervision of Qualified Licensed Staff.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree plus 6 - 8 years' related experience ; or Master's degree with 4+ years' related experience; or RN with 5+ years related experience. </li></ul><ul><li>3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred.</li><li>Minimum of 1 year Nursing experience preferred.</li><li>Minimum of 1 year Home Dialysis experience desired.</li><li>Minimum 4 years with proven success in the Kidney Care Advocate Manager or similar role.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership and management competencies and skills including, but not limited to customer service, patient outcomes, continuous quality improvement, team building and employee motivation, decision-making, relationship development and leading cohesive and productive teams.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact.</li><li>High level of emotional intelligence and demonstrated ability to relate to persons of all ages and diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Results oriented to exceed established goals.</li><li>Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.</li><li>Proven ability to be a team player.</li></ul> The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Annual Rate: $90000.00 - $150000.00 Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?IUgT%2bA7JPWFzgn%2falyptIAb" width="0" height="0" />

**Kidney Care Advocate Manager**

Will be covering both South Holland and Evergreen Park locations!

**Job Description**

- Collaborates with internal and external customers to ensure a positive customer experience for every patient from the first point of referral through education, modality options, access placement, and follow-up, as applicable, to eventual admission into Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC) or through smooth transition between modalities.
- Actively promotes home modalities to physicians, patients, and other groups both internal and external directly and through Kidney Care Advocates and Associate Advocates.
- Supports all aspects of growth within defined regions or areas of a business.
- Oversees Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) modality education programs for a designated territory to ensure every patient along with their caregiver and support system (if applicable) receives comprehensive education on modality options including hemodialysis treatments both at home and in-center, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplantation as well as education on hemodialysis access types with a focus on the health and safety benefits of AV-Fistula or AV-Graft compared to central venous catheters.
- Responsible for hiring, coaching, and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, and terminations. Provides leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.
- Provides monthly reporting on Home Therapies referrals to Director of Operations, Area Team Leads, and/or Market Manager.
- Responsible for training Kidney Care Advocates on all programs relating to the kidney education process.
- Assists with the navigation of patients along the continuum of care from Stage 4 CKD to initiation of dialysis, or in transition from in-center hemodialysis to home therapy, including but not limited to proper and timely access placement.
- Maintains high level, routine communication with physicians, partners, the interdisciplinary team members, Chronic and Home Clinic Managers.
- Supports and implements processes with physician practices as well as local clinics for patient referrals and evaluates the effectiveness of processes on an ongoing basis.
- Ensures timely responses to all referrals for education on modalities.
- Assists in the identification, evaluation, and selection of Home Dialysis patients and Care Partners.
- Coordinates the timely admission of patients, including urgent start placements into Fresenius Kidney Care Home Therapy and In-Center programs. Collaborates with management to identify and resolve admission barriers.
- Conducts Home Therapy awareness programs for existing patients and Fresenius staff, as needed or as directed.
- Strives to meet growth goals by maintaining strong physician and partner relationships and identifying opportunities for increasing referrals to Fresenius Kidney Care and Home Therapies.
- Collaborates with Kidney Care Advocate, RVP, Market Development, and HT DO on the development and implementation of the home therapy strategic plan.
- Maintains knowledge of FMCNA Home Therapies products, services, and strategies in order to promote FMCNA Home Therapies to the community through outreach programs.
- Participates in all pertinent FMS training and development opportunities to grow and develop business knowledge, skills, and leadership competencies.
- Provides educational programs to physicians, as needed.
- Coordinates communication of all corporate and business unit Home Therapies initiatives to physicians in collaboration with the Regional Vice Presidents and home therapy managers.
- Fosters relationships with FKC partners such as NxStage, Azura, and Interwell to ensure opportunities for partnerships are developed and utilized.
- Ensures accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and status through maintenance of CTH database and Power BI, and/or electronic medical record.
- Provides assistance to junior level staff with general tasks that require a better understanding of functions, as directed by immediate supervisor.
- Trains new managers on company standards and procedures, customer experience, and how to properly interact with the team.
- Oversees Manager new hire training and development activities, identifies training needs for the organization, supervises trainers' work, and develops effective manager training programs.
- Reports to Director for higher level issues that may arise.
- Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program and all regulatory and FMCNA policy requirements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians.
- Requires frequent prolonged periods of standing.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- Travel to regional, business unit, and corporate meetings will be required.
- Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed, to provide modality education.
- Extensive regional travel to physician groups and advocate and associate advocate home base.

**Supervision**

- Responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of Kidney Care Advocate staff.

**Education**

- Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree desirable.
- Registered Nurse degree desirable.
- Subject to state licensure requirements, MSW or RD (or other applicable licensed professionals) may be eligible under the supervision of Qualified Licensed Staff.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- Bachelor's Degree plus 6 - 8 years' related experience; or Master's degree with 4+ years' related experience; or RN with 5+ years related experience.
- 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year Nursing experience preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year Home Dialysis experience desired.
- Minimum 4 years with proven success in the Kidney Care Advocate Manager or similar role.
- Demonstrated leadership and management competencies and skills including but not limited to customer service, patient outcomes, continuous quality improvement, team building and employee motivation, decision-making, relationship development, and leading cohesive and productive teams.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact.
- High level of emotional intelligence and demonstrated ability to relate to persons of all ages and diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Results-oriented to exceed established goals.
- Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.
- Proven ability to be a team player.

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Annual Rate: $90,000.00 - $150,000.00

**Benefits**

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave, and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans

Private practice in North side of Chicago seeks Family nurse practitioner or physician assistant for group. See full scope of ages. 100% percent out-patient. Must speak Spanish. Normal M-F hours. Practice also has vein clinic associated and provider has option to be trained in those procedures. Very competitive composition package. Call Michael at or with details.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?6UU%2fFb9QOBzT5fGaJ0qciwr" width="0" height="0" />

**Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant**

Private practice in the North side of Chicago seeks a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a group. This position covers a full scope of ages and is 100% outpatient. 

**Job Description**

- Must speak Spanish
- Normal Monday to Friday hours
- Practice also has a vein clinic associated, and the provider has the option to be trained in those procedures

**Benefits**

- Very competitive compensation package