Ambulatory Nurse - Pediatric Cardiology (BCH-Mission Bay)

UCSF Health, AG; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health in San Francisco is seeking an Ambulatory Pediatric Heart Center Nurse Care Coordinator to coordinate outpatient pediatric cardiology services, manage clinic flow, and assist with insurance authorizations. This 100% in-person role supports patients and families across UCSF sites, primarily San Francisco with occasional coverage in Oakland and satellite clinics.

Requires BSN, pediatric cardiac experience, CCS eligibility within a year, and appropriate certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Five years of pediatric cardiac inpatient nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in outpatient/ambulatory settings is required.
• Ability to obtain CCS paneling within a year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outpatient pediatric cardiology services and manage clinic flow.
• Assist with insurance authorization and prior authorizations.
• Coordinate home health, DME, and medication refill processes.
• Provide patient education and act as liaison between patients, families, and care teams.

Skills

Pediatric Cardiology

Care Coordination

Patient Education

Insurance Authorization

Clinic Flow

Communication

Education

BSN

Tools

EPIC

APeX

Job description

Description & Requirements

Under general supervision, guided by the policies and procedures of the Medical Center and Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with providers and administrative management, the Ambulatory Pediatric Heart Center Nurse works autonomously, utilizing the nursing process, to assess, plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate patient care within the ambulatory setting. S/he will utilize a high level of clinical knowledge to fulfill patient needs, ensure efficient patient care, and provide patient education when necessary. The Nurse Care Coordinator will act as a patient advocate and as a liaison between insurance companies, inpatient/outpatient services, patients/families and all other necessary healthcare services to manage and facilitate efficient and timely coordination of care. In addition, the Clinical Nurse Care Coordinator will assist in the development of patient care standards and practices.

The Pediatric Heart Center Nurse Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating outpatient services and needs for a panel of pediatric cardiology patients and providers in the ambulatory setting. His/her responsibilities include both in clinic procedures, managing the Outpatient Heart Center clinic flow as well as assisting with insurance authorization and prior medication authorizations, contacting home health companies, assuring DME and other home supplies are adequate, assisting with medication refill requests, patient teaching and assisting in the overall coordination of timely patient care. This position is 100% in-person onsite. This position support patient care primarily in San Francisco and as needed in Oakland and satellite clinics.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Five (5) or more years of recent pediatric cardiac inpatient nursing experience
• Recent experience working in an out-patient/ambulatory setting
• Ability to obtain CCS paneling within a year of hire
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Knowledge of Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease
• Strong heart rhythm interpretation experience
• Strong PIV insertion skills
• Experience performing Bubble studies
• This position requires flexibilityto orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
• CCS paneled
• Experience with an Electronic Medical Record system, EPIC/APeX strongly preferred
• Microsoft Outlook Experience

Licensure/Certifications:

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
• Current ACLS Certification
• Current BLS Certification
• Current PALS Certification

License / Certification

Registered Nurse

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.