Clinical Coordinator II/RN

Columbia University Irving Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational medical center in New York seeks a Clinical Coordinator II/RN to work in the Adult and Pediatric Center for Liver Disease & Transplantation. The role involves coordinating patient care, managing transplant evaluations, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, at least 4 years of related experience, and a NYS RN License. This position offers a competitive salary and a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in education and experience.
• Related Experience: Minimum of 4 years in a similar role.
• Certification: NYS RN License required.

Responsibilities

• Complete and ensure compliance of testing and patient follow-up.
• Coordinate evaluation process for potential transplant candidates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technology proficiency

MS Office skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Clinical Coordinator II/RN at Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Location: New York, NY (Columbia University Medical Center)

Grade: 105 • Hours per Week: 35 • Regular/Temporary: Regular • Standard Work Schedule: Mon — Fri (9:00 am — 5:00 pm)

Salary Range: $115,000 — $125,000

Position Summary

The Clinical Coordinator RN will work in the Adult and Pediatric Center for Liver Disease & Transplantation within the Division of Abdominal Organ Transplantation in the Department of Surgery. The position reports to the Senior Nurse Practitioner, Medical and Surgical Directors of the CLDT, and collaborates with Pediatric Hepatologists, Surgeons, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants who see patients at all sites throughout NY and NJ. The position will be based at the main campus of Columbia University Medical Center.

Responsibilities

• Complete, document and ensure compliance of laboratory and radiology testing and patient follow‑up; provide expertise in management of immunosuppression under supervision of attending NP and Hepatologist.
• Support ongoing clinical functions of the service to provide compassionate, patient‑centered care.
• Coordinate the evaluation process for potential transplant candidates with the multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate patient consults for transplant evaluation.
• List and maintain patients on liver/intestinal transplant waitlist.
• Participate in administrative, selection and education meetings.
• Provide data to regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of compliance with United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) policies and listing requirements.
• Coordinate patient care including evaluation of diagnostic testing, review of lab reports, and direct patient care under supervision of attending NP’s and Hepatologist.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to determine and achieve specific health outcomes for patients.
• Assess conditions of assigned patients.
• Identify nursing needs of the patient and prescribed treatment.
• Facilitate office care of patients and record‑keeping.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds or conferences with physicians and others.
• Facilitate support/education groups in collaboration with other healthcare providers.
• Ensure clinical standards relative to documentation of the patient’s plan of care are explained to patient and family.
• Collaborate with treatment team and ensure continuity of care among the professional disciplines to make patient care seamless.
• Address measures to provide patient and family satisfaction.
• Assist practitioners with clinical judgment affecting patient care.
• Serve as liaison between patients, physicians, clinical and research teams, and other healthcare providers.
• Maintain overview of patient progress through the healthcare continuum; facilitate ancillary testing and referral for services, avoiding duplication of effort.
• Communicate with related services regarding patients’ needs.
• Pursue opportunities and develop action plans to improve patient care and resolve identified problems.
• Ensure nursing care is administered in accordance with safety regulations identified by standards, the institution and regulatory groups.
• Attend required mandatory education programs annually.
• Assume responsibility for professional competence through demonstrated willingness to evaluate own nursing practice, maintain knowledge of current nursing literature and attend continuing education programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in education and experience.
• Related Experience: 4 years.
• Certification Requirements: NYS RN License.
• Other Requirements:
  • Proficiency with technology and social media platforms.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Intermediate to advanced level MS Office skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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