Full-Time

Patient Representative

Multiple Teams

Posted on 9/11/2025

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

501-1,000 employees

Non-profit regional healthcare system with hospitals

Compensation Overview

$54.8k - $84.9k/yr

Effingham, IL, USA

In Person

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
Risk Management
Customer Service
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • ADN (Required)
  • RN-Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Responsibilities
  • Acts as the SBL liaison to the Chaplains Program
  • Assesses patient survey comments/comments and follows up with departments/individuals involved for sharing both opportunities for improvements and positive feedback
  • Collects pertinent data and information relative to the patient's health or the situation
  • Assists with coverage of Risk Management issues in the absence of unavailability of the Risk Manager – within scope of expertise, experience and capabilities
  • Coordinates concern/complaint prevention/resolution process elements including, but not limited to, assessment, analysis, resolution and follow-up
  • Coordinates customer service initiatives for SBLHS
  • Plans and evaluates care in collaboration with appropriate disciplines
  • Analyzes assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnosis, problems, issues
  • Evaluates progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes
  • Identifies trends and/or associated risks based on both Improvement Reporting and Service Recovery and reports them to the Risk Manager for further action
  • Implements care or work plan in alignment with the plan and approved safety, infection control, and department/organization standards
  • Actively pursues required knowledge and skills through orientation activities specific to the position, reading current literature and seeking new learning opportunities
  • Makes rounds in patient care areas, primarily at the main campus, to identify both opportunities for improvement and positive outcomes that may have the potential for use in other areas
  • Obtains current patient demographics and insurance benefits from Registration
  • Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or situations
  • Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected, measurable outcomes
  • Establishes effective working relationships with peers, physicians, and other members of the health care / work team
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

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Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center operates a nonprofit regional health system in downstate Illinois, including two hospitals, more than 57 clinics, stand-alone surgery centers, a regional cancer center, and a hospice. Care is delivered through this network using advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment, with an expanding robotics program and locally made decisions to stay responsive to community needs. It differentiates itself through local governance, not-for-profit status, Magnet-designated nursing, strong staff development, and ongoing investments in facilities and technology. Its goal is to improve community health by providing high-quality, accessible care and supporting workforce growth and education.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Charleston, Illinois

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sean Fischer appointed CFO to strengthen finances during expansion in 2026.
  • Effingham rezoned North Maple Street for new SBL facility on Dec. 26.
  • Fresenius partnership expands dialysis to rural patients in Mattoon region.

What critics are saying

  • Fresenius diverts dialysis patients, eroding SBL revenue by 60-80% in 12-24 months.
  • Carle Foundation captures oncology referrals, halving specialist revenue in 12-18 months.
  • Illinois audits $100,000 FY2024 grant, demanding repayment in 12-18 months.

What makes Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center unique

  • Nonprofit 145-bed hospital serves rural East Central Illinois with cardiology and oncology.
  • SBL Heart Center delivers advanced cardiovascular diagnostics and rehabilitation services.
  • Participates in 340B Drug Program for high Medicare and Medicaid patient volume.

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Company News

Metric Media, LLC
Aug 22nd, 2025
Government-backed nonprofit Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center profiled

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $100,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly 's FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

The Leader Union
Jul 17th, 2024
Garrison Joins SBL Board of Directors

Garrison joins SBL Board of Directors.

Sarah Bush Lincoln
Apr 17th, 2024
Sarah Bush Lincoln Dental Services Earns a 2024 Gold Rating

Sarah Bush Lincoln Dental Services earned a 2024 Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality Standards Program.

Fierce Healthcare
Mar 29th, 2024
Chutes & Ladders-UHG exec adds title; New president at MVP Health Care

> Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System in Mattoon, Illinois, has named Sean Fischer as vice president of finance and CFO.

Sarah Bush Lincoln
Mar 22nd, 2024
WSB 'Give a Heart' Fundraiser Supports SBL Heart Center

The Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation received a $500 donation from Washington Savings Bank that will assist patients seeking care at the SBL Heart Center.

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