RN Anticoagulation Clinic

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost
• Employer provided life and disability insurance
• $5,250 tuition reimbursement per year
• Immediate 401(k) match
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off
• A culture committed to community engagement and social impact
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non‑physician team members once eligibility requirements are met

Full time, 40‑hour week, Monday‑Friday 8:00am–4:30pm, Naperville. The focus of this position is managing anticoagulation therapy, which involves adjusting medication dosage based on INR lab results, developing peri‑operative plans for medication interruption, responding to critical lab values, and counseling patients on a full range of issues related to anticoagulation. The Anticoagulation Clinic Nurse will assist anticoagulated patients both in the office and via telephone management to maintain a safe and therapeutic dosing regimen of warfarin.

• Demonstrates a high level of autonomy and expert skill in the assessment, dosing and plan of care for patients taking anticoagulation medications
• Performs fingerstick INRs for warfarin patients seen in the office
• Uses established protocols and dosing algorithms to make dosing changes as necessary for all INR results received, including from external sources
• Formulates clinical decisions to manage anticoagulation during acute illnesses and surgeries
• Reassesses and modifies plans as needed after review of results and history with each result
• Confers with the managing provider for clinical direction as outlined by protocols
• Provides initial education to patients and their families upon referral to the ACC and continues to educate patients as needed
• Manages office responsibilities, including documentation, records, and patient outreach
• Processes prescription refill requests per protocol
• Completes outreach to patients who are overdue for testing
• Complies with established department‑specific policies, procedures, and objectives
• Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Registered Nursing program with a current and valid Illinois RN license
• Anticoagulation Therapy Management Certification Course within 6 months of hire
• Current BLS certification
• State of Illinois License Certification provided by the National Certification Board for Anticoagulation Providers
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Two years of experience in an acute care setting or specific anticoagulation management
• Strong knowledge of anticoagulation medications
• Ability to anticipate, recognize, and meet the needs of patients and their families

• Listens openly and clearly conveys messages and information verbally
• Writes clearly using appropriate grammar, symbols, and medical terminology
• Deciphers and comprehends documentation of others

• Works effectively with others to accomplish objectives and goals
• Offers assistance to others in need

• Able to shift focus from one task to another and back again without delays

• Effectively manages stress in a fast‑paced setting

• Appropriately optimistic and inspiring
• Influences others to act on their own behalf or for the broader good of the group

• Able to adjust treatment, instruction, and education to meet the patient’s age and cultural background

• Demonstrates sufficient techniques in performing medical procedures

The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $25.94–$38.91 per hour, with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.