Clinical Coordinator

CareWell Health Medical Center; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CareWell Health Medical Center in New Jersey is seeking a Clinical Care Coordinator to oversee medical management of patients using evidence-based practices. You will identify at-risk patients, develop care plans, and coordinate care with physicians and the care team to meet quality objectives through data collection and analysis.

The role requires RN licensure in NJ, BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, and a commitment to confidentiality and patient service while supporting Care Navigation Center

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in New Jersey (current).
• ACLS, PALS and BLS certifications required or preferred.
• Strong assessment, planning and coordination skills.
• Experience with data collection and performance improvement.

Responsibilities

• Performs thorough patient assessments across physical, psychological and social domains.
• Develops and monitors patient-centered care plans.
• Coordinates care with physicians and interdisciplinary team.
• Evaluates care effectiveness and revises plans as needed.
• Provides guidance and serves as clinical resource for staff.
• Supports departmental performance improvement and safety goals.
• Participates in staff orientation and performance reviews.
• Performs other duties/projects as assigned.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Quality improvement

HIPAA compliance

Education

RN license in NJ

BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications

Job description

Job Summary

The Clinical Care Coordinator has the responsibility and accountability for coordinating the medical management of patients using an evidence-based approach. In collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, the Clinical Coordinator identifies at risk patients, develops a plan of care, and coordinates care with the patient’s involvement. Will work with physicians and other patient care providers as he/she supports the department in meeting quality process and performance objectives through data collection, data analysis and process outcome evaluation. Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and confidentially at all times. Work with other team members to achieve Care Navigation Center and organizational goals in order to provide quality patient service. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines

Job Summary

The Clinical Care Coordinator has the responsibility and accountability for coordinating the medical management of patients using an evidence-based approach. In collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, the Clinical Coordinator identifies at risk patients, develops a plan of care, and coordinates care with the patient’s involvement. Will work with physicians and other patient care providers as he/she supports the department in meeting quality process and performance objectives through data collection, data analysis and process outcome evaluation. Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and confidentially at all times. Work with other team members to achieve Care Navigation Center and organizational goals in order to provide quality patient service. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines

Essential Functions

• Performs a thorough and timely assessment of patient’s condition including physical, psychological, social and rehabilitative aspects
• Provides and/or delegates patient care according to the plan of care. Sets priorities based on patient needs including discharge.
• Develops/assists a patient centered plan of care based on clinical standards of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care and revises plan if necessary.
• Supervises and serves as a clinical resource and behavioral role model
• Maintains departmental efficiency/effectiveness and sets priorities appropriately
• Contributes and enforces the departmental Performance Improvement initiatives and National Patient Safety Goals
• Supervises unit orientation and staff development programs
• Participates in staff/peer performance evaluations
• Performs other related duties/participates in special projects and committees

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Education/Certifications

Graduate of an accredited program in nursing.

Current Registered Nurse license to practice in the state of NJ.

Certifications required: BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support. IV Certification preferred

Minimum Work Experience

3 year or more experience in an acute care setting preferred. Critical care experience preferred

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Must be willing to work holidays, weekends and provide additional coverage as needed

Physical Demands Analysis

The following tables detail the individual physical demands using the following six categories: Mobility, Strength, Upper Extremity Postural Activity, Sensory/Perceptual, Work Environment, and Conditions of Work.