Job Description

Summary: This position functions as a clinical liaison between La Rabida Children's Hospital and other hospitals and health care organizations that serve as a referral base for La Rabida. The Coordinator regularly works with Case Managers, physicians and families to assure that appropriate patients are referred, prior authorization is approved and patients admitted to La Rabida in an appropriate time frame. This position also functions as the key clinical position in relationship building and maintaining and establishing new referral patterns.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the clinical point of contact for referral sources, including hospitals, healthcare systems, and community providers

• Coordinate incoming patient referrals by collaborating with external case managers, physicians, and La Rabida clinical teams

• Ensure referred patients meet appropriate admission criteria and are transferred or admitted within established timeframes

• Facilitate the prior authorization process by gathering clinical documentation and supporting approval for services

• Communicate directly with patients and families to provide updates, assist with coordination, and support a smooth admission experience

• Maintain strong working relationships with referral partners through ongoing communication and service coordination

• Identify opportunities to expand referral patterns and support outreach efforts to establish new referral sources

• Serve as a key contributor to relationship-building initiatives that enhance collaboration and continuity of care across organizations

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program, BSN required
• Related Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years in inpatient pediatric nursing, PICU or NICU experience helpful
• Licensure/Certification: Current Illinois license as a Registered Nurse
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Excellent clincial assessment skills, demonstrated knowledge of management of children with pediatric chronic conditions/disabilities. NICU experience preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skill. Ability to prioritize tasks and respond to multiple demands. Effective problem solving. Strong computer skills and knowledge of computer programs (MS Word, Excel, etc.)
• Employee must maintain automobile insurance. La Rabida strongly recommends that the employee maintain the following liability limits:
• Automobile liability/$100,000 per person per accident; bodily injury/$300,000 aggregate per accident; property damage/$50,000 per accident; and automobile medical payments/$1,000 per person.
• CPR required. Only certifications issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross will be accepted.

Additional Information

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

La Rabida is a place unlike any other. We understand the needs of families with children dealing with the most serious or complicated of conditions. With teams of the best healthcare providers in Chicago, we give continuous, comprehensive care, education, and support, helping families face their unique obstacles head-on.

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.