Outpatient Pediatric Cardiology Nurse Coordinator

Job 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 approprioate 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.

Qualifications

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

Ability to evaluate and coordinate care for multiple types of medically-complex pediatric patients. Must be self motivated, able to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Ability to collaborate with healthcare team members, provide patient education, and maintain a patient/family centered model of care. 5% travel time required.