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UI Health - Staff Nurse II - GI Diagnostic Svcs

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jan 01, 2026
UI Health - Staff Nurse II - GI Diagnostic Svcs UI Health - Staff Nurse II - GI Diagnostic Svcs Hiring Department: GI Diagnostic Svcs Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1039038 FTE : 1 Work Schedule - 40 hours Shift : Flex Days # of Position: 1 Posting Date: 12/31/2025 Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $38.26/hr to $85.82/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: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health 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 Staff Nurse II is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework. The Staff Nurse II provides direct patient care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Staff Nurse II functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals. Staff Nurse II facilitates educational development of staff, leads unit-based quality improvement initiatives, and acts as a professional and clinical role model and educational resource for staff. Staff Nurse II is actively engaged in Shared Leadership through membership on a governing council. Duties & Responsibilities Clinical and other related duties as assign. Develops, implements, and updates the patient's plan of care based on on-going assessment of the patient and input from the patient's family. Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record. Engages and obtains information from patient and/or family to develop an appropriate patient educational plan. Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient's changing needs. Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback. Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession. Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools. 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. Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs. Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem solving and resolution. Plans, presents, and evaluates learning/educational experiences for staff and students. Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support staff and students. In collaboration with Director/CNCII leads unit-based quality initiatives and provides feedback and education to staff. Assign codes for ancillary, hospital services, and medical providers using standardized coding system such as ICD-10, HCPCS and/or CPT, or verifies coding performed by clinical staff for accuracy; uses codes in referral processing for outpatient visits and procedures. Manages multi-step patient cases in an electronic health record (EHR) system which could include monitoring outstanding tasks, investigating insurance issues, and/or canceling or rescheduling services. Investigates and resolves insurance denials which could include responding to documentation requests, communicating with patients/providers to resolved insurance issues and other patient related concerns. Processes and coordinates provider orders; collaborates with physicians, providers, and/or patients to ensure all necessary information is gathered to support insurance processing. Effectively communicates when answering incoming calls and placing outgoing phone inquiries related to patient concerns, insurance information, and procedure scheduling. Provides excellent customer services to patients, providers, and clinic staff in person and via telephone. Review daily charges via epic electronic health record (EHR) system and performs end of day charge reconciliation when necessary. Provide analytical support of financial authorization and complies statistical data for reporting purposes. Maintain applicable assigned work queues and expected lead times. When necessary, contact patients to obtain demographic, insurance & eligibility information, complete registration, Inform patients of cancellations, and rescheduling options. Continue to provide education on payers and payer requirements and UI Health contracts. Distributes updated information regarding changes in insurance coding, contracts, guidelines, policies requirements, etc. to impacted stakeholders. Complete self-pay estimates, as necessary. Minimum Qualifications Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. One year of nursing experience comparable to that gained as a Staff Nurse I. Nationally certified through ANCC approved certifier or within 6 months of hire in an area relevant to their clinical area. BSN (or higher) required of an accredited nursing program. Current BLS/CPR and/or other required unit specific certifications. Current ACLS Advanced cardiac life support, or within 6 months of hire for main hospital. Minimum 5 years of GI nursing experience. Minimum 3 years of GI therapeutic endoscopy procedures (Manometry, Endoflips, ESM, ERCP, EUS, ESD, Poem) Clinical knowledge and understanding of endoscopy procedures. Previous oversight of supply management and utilization. Preferred Qualifications Master Degree in Healthcare Related (Preferred) PALS (preferred) Minimum of 10 years of healthcare experience Prior Epic experience preferred. Previous prior authorization experience Previous billing and coding experience To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application 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. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/18793?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. 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