UW Health·Rockford, Illinois
The Home Health Liaison facilitates patient transitions by coordinating discharge planning and home care services. The role involves working on-site at the clinic to ensure continuity of care for patients.
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing/College. Required BSN. Preferred Work Experience At least one year professional nurse experience within the last five years in an acute care setting. Required One year of experience in home care and hospital discharge planning. Preferred Licenses & Certifications Valid RN license. Required Valid State driver’s license. Required Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Description: UW Northern Illinois benefits
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and hold a valid RN license and driver's license. A BSN is preferred, along with at least one year of professional nursing experience in an acute care setting.
Market context
In Illinois, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with an active Illinois license and current CPR certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for both accredited nursing education and readiness to work in fast-paced care environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, CPR status, and degree match before applying.
