Assistant Patient Care Manager

UChicago Medicine • Chicago, IL

42d • $118,500 - $138,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as an Assistant Patient Care Manager in CCD6 Pre-Op/PACU at our Hyde Park campus. This is a full-time, onsite position. The Assistant Patient Care Manager (APCM) supports the Patient Care Manager (PCM) in overseeing daily operations, patient flow, staff support, and the delivery of safe, patient-centered care. The APCM leads assigned shift activities, supports quality and regulatory readiness, and assumes responsibility for the unit in the PCM’s absence.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher.
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse license.
• At least two years of ICU nursing experience.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Obtain PALS certification within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Surgical ICU experience.
• Master’s degree.
• Preoperative or PACU nursing experience.
• Charge nurse or other demonstrated clinical leadership experience.
• Experience in an academic medical center or unionized environment.
• Relevant specialty certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient flow and support safe, efficient care in the preoperative and recovery areas.
• Lead staff huddles and complete daily or shift-specific quality audits.
• Round with staff, patients, and families to identify and address concerns.
• Support staff orientation, coaching, competency development, and performance conversations.
• Participate in interviewing and selecting staff.
• Monitor staffing, productivity, supplies, and resource use in collaboration with the PCM.
• Promote patient safety, workplace safety, and regulatory readiness.
• Review and report safety events and participate in quality-improvement activities.
• Collaborate with nursing, anesthesia, procedural teams, and other departments to support patient care and timely transitions.
• Support shared governance and a respectful, collaborative work environment.
• Carry out other responsibilities assigned by the PCM or senior leadership.

Benefits

• Compensation & Benefits Overview
• The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
• The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis.
• Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity.
• Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
• Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level