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Nurse Specialist - Medical Group Ortho

Endeavor Health · Skokie, IL · $39.49–$61.21 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you were the go-to expert for a program or patient group.

What they are checking: Whether they can act as the subject expert the posting describes.

Tell me about a time you helped a patient who wasn't following their care plan.

What they are checking: Whether they look for the reason behind nonadherence and work with the patient on it.

How do you stay organized when you're handling clinical management for several physicians?

What they are checking: Whether they have systems for tracking orders and follow-ups across providers.

What would you do

How would you assess a patient calling in after joint replacement surgery with new calf pain and swelling?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize possible blood clots and get the patient evaluated urgently.

A post-op patient reports fever and drainage from the incision. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they identify infection risk and bring it to the surgeon promptly.

How do you handle patients asking for refills on pain medications?

What they are checking: Whether they follow controlled substance policy and involve the physician appropriately.

This role may travel to other locations with flexible hours. How does that work for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can meet the flexibility the posting requires.

About the work

What do you teach patients before and after orthopedic surgery?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain wound care, pain plans, mobility and warning signs clearly.

How do you coordinate a patient's care plan between surgeons, physical therapy and the patient?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage the many handoffs that ortho recovery involves.

How do you triage a full inbox of patient calls and messages?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by urgency so serious problems get handled first.

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The full job description

As published by Endeavor Health.

Hourly Pay Range: $39.49 - $61.21 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Po sit i on H i gh li ghts: • Position: Nurse Specialist • Location: Skokie Hospital • Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time (40 hours per week) • Hours: Monday to Friday 7:00AM-6:00PM, hours vary • Required Trave l: This role includes some travel to other locations and requires flexible hours to meet operational needs What you will need : • License: Current professional Nursing Licensure in the State of Illinois required • Education: BSN required • Certification: BLS/CPR certification for the Healthcare Provider required • Experience: 3 years of nursing experience in an office or hospital setting required What you will do : • Function as a subject expert and/or program coordinator in providing nursing care to infants, children, adolescents, and/or adults • Provide nursing assessment to patient condition and evaluation of follow-up needs • Coordination of patient plan of care • Provide health education for patient and family • Collaborate on planning/problem-solving solutions with health team members • Clinical management of patients as directed by the physician Benefits offered by Endeavor Health include: • Premium pay for eligible employees • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options • Tuition Reimbursement • Free Parking • Wellness Program Savings Plan • Health Savings Account Options • Retirement Options with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay • Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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