RN - Specialty Program Coordinator (Neurology)

The Specialty Program Coordinator performs various patient care activities and accommodative services by applying evidence-based practice to patient care with a knowledge base that supports sound clinical decisions. Specifically, designed inquiries and patient therapies that are the basis for developing clinical standards of care to promote the best care outcomes. Performs a wide variety of patient care activities and accommodative services to support the Autism Diagnostic Clinic for follow-up care of the autism spectrum disorder pediatric patient population. Demonstrates excellence in practice characterized by quality patient care and participation in formal and informal patient education. Provides developmentally appropriate psychosocial and clinical care. Reports to Practice Manager and works in close cooperation with and under the clinical guidance of the practice physician(s).

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Utilizes professional knowledge to collect applicable data for identification of clinical problems and patient care outcome data.

• Employ evidence-based standardized care plans and protocols to care episodes.
• Create opportunities for continual learning.
• Collaborates and coordinates program with a multidisciplinary team to provide quality patient care and services.
• Provides developmentally appropriate psychosocial and clinical care.
• Communicates among providers, patient and community resources to enhance the care of the defined population.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• LICENSES AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS

Current Virginia state license as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse holding a valid Compact State license, professional certification in the area of expertise.

• MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree required or must be actively enrolled in a Bachelor’s program with graduation within three years. BSN preferred.

• Professional knowledge of nursing theory and practice as it relates to the area of expertise.
• Technical and professional knowledge and skills unique to the clinical services provided, usually acquired through 2 years’ progressive clinical experience in the related specialty area. 3-5 years preferred
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• CPR Training required and / or must be obtained within 45 days of hire.
• WORKING CONDITIONS

Expected to work in a patient care environment with minimal exposure to environmental hazards such as, but not limited to, excessive noise, dust, or extremes in temperatures. Exposure to communicable diseases and moderately adverse working conditions due to the need to perform certain patient care activities.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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