Travel Nurse RN - Clinic
Geneva, Illinois
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital

Job Opportunity: Clinical Documentation Specialist

Location: Geneva, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Description

• Fully remote position
• No on-call or weekend requirements
• Meal break: 30 minutes
• Requires experience in Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI)
• Knowledge of Epic and 3M 360 CAC systems required
• Must successfully manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required
• Effective communication with key stakeholders is essential

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Minimum of 1 year of Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing
• Proven CDI experience

Preferred Qualifications

• RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS certifications preferred
• CDIP certification is a plus but not required
• Experience in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) preferred

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or RQI accepted (required for all RNs)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): AHA or RQI accepted (required for certain RN specialties)
• Other certifications may be required depending on specialty (not specified for this role)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Complete and maintain all I9 documentation
• Valid Driver’s License or Government Photo ID preferred
• Proof of name change if applicable
• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start
• Education verification of highest degree completed
• Illinois Healthcare Worker Registry eligibility and fingerprinting required prior to start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming good health and ability to perform job duties
• Fit mask testing (3M Aura 1870+) within 12 months of start and annually
• Required immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as applicable
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
  • Varicella (chickenpox) immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
  • COVID-19 vaccination or declination
• Drug screening (10 panel) within 30 days of start
• Sexual harassment training required annually
• Various facility-specific agreements and acknowledgements must be signed prior to start

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Minimum years of experience: Not explicitly stated; CDI experience required (implied relevant nursing experience)
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Additional Notes

• Candidates must provide 7 years of employment history with explanations for gaps over 30 days
• Training modules and competency exams may be required and communicated after hire
• Some health and compliance requirements may have specific deadlines relative to contract start date
• Remote work does not exempt candidates from health and compliance requirements unless otherwise noted

This position is ideal for an experienced RN with CDI expertise looking for a remote travel contract opportunity in Illinois.