What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Outpatient Neurology Coordinator RN position at Nursing Network?
New Haven, CT
Details
Hiring Company
Yale New Haven Health
Position Description
Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse, reporting to Nursing leadership within the Pediatric Specialty Centers and under the direction and supervision of the Attending Physician for the specific specialty or program. The primary role of the nurse coordinator is to ensure seamless coordination of patient care accross the continuum. This includes clinical practice, care coordination, education, quality improvement, with significant latititude for exercising professional judgement. The Nurse Coordinator is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team providing developmentally appropriate care to patients and families within the specialty service.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
EDUCATION
Registered Nurse , Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred, Connecticut RN license.
Experience
At least 2-3 years RN experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting required. Relevant experience in the specialty area, pediatrics or in the Nurse Coordinator role preferred.
LICENSURE
Licensed as a Registered Nurse from the State of Connecticut.
Special Skills
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to assert oneself, advocate for patients, and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Computer experience and knowledge of word processing and data entry systems. Must be able to communicate efffectively with all members of the healthcare team, patients and families. Must value and execute "patient -centered model of care."
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Must be flexible to meet the demands of the specialty, outpatient clinic session, specialty and patient/family needs
Additional Information
2-3 years RN experience in Inpatient or Outpatient setting required. Pediatric or Neurology experience preferred. Position provides support in office and Outpatient clinic to patients/families and providers. Must possess strong communication skills, easily prioritize tasks, work well with the Team and be self-motivated to provide exceptional care to a complex population.
YNHHS Requisition ID
139355
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse, reporting to Nursing leadership within the Pediatric Specialty Centers and under the direction and supervision of the Attending Physician for the specific specialty or program. The primary role of the nurse coordinator is to ensure seamless coordination of patient care accross the continuum. This includes clinical practice, care coordination, education, quality improvement, with significant latititude for exercising professional judgement. The Nurse Coordinator is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team providing developmentally appropriate care to patients and families within the specialty service.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
- 1. Professional Practice:
- 1.1 The Pediatric Nurse Coordinator is the lead member of the health care team coordinating all aspects of patient care for the specific specialty.
- 2. Education
- 2.1 Provides patient and family education on appropriate medical condition, including signs, symptoms , treatment regimens, side effects, outcomes expected, and potential adverse reactions or outcomes. Including manangement of condition, promoting optimal level of health.
- 3. Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration
- 3.1 Functions as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team coordinating all aspects of patient care across the continuum
- 4. Quality Improvement
- 4.1 Participates in data collection related to clinical and operational efficiencies.
- 4.1 Participates in data collection related to clinical and operational efficiencies.
EDUCATION
Registered Nurse , Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred, Connecticut RN license.
Experience
At least 2-3 years RN experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting required. Relevant experience in the specialty area, pediatrics or in the Nurse Coordinator role preferred.
LICENSURE
Licensed as a Registered Nurse from the State of Connecticut.
Special Skills
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to assert oneself, advocate for patients, and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Computer experience and knowledge of word processing and data entry systems. Must be able to communicate efffectively with all members of the healthcare team, patients and families. Must value and execute "patient -centered model of care."
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Must be flexible to meet the demands of the specialty, outpatient clinic session, specialty and patient/family needs
Additional Information
2-3 years RN experience in Inpatient or Outpatient setting required. Pediatric or Neurology experience preferred. Position provides support in office and Outpatient clinic to patients/families and providers. Must possess strong communication skills, easily prioritize tasks, work well with the Team and be self-motivated to provide exceptional care to a complex population.
YNHHS Requisition ID
139355
