Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Pediatric GI Clinic

West Virginia University Hospital, Inc; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Clinical Nurse Coordinator to enhance patient care in a Pediatric GI Clinic. This role involves providing specialized nursing care, coordinating treatment plans, and acting as a vital liaison among healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will have a strong nursing background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for patient education. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional healthcare and making a significant impact on the lives of patients and their families. If you're ready to take your nursing career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure or multi-state licensure required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred with relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care and coordinate patient plans.
• Assist with procedures and educate patients on their conditions.
• Act as a liaison between healthcare professionals.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

Patient Care Coordination

Basic Life Support Certification

Patient Education

Triage Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Current Licensure with WV Board of Registered Nurses

Job description

Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Pediatric GI Clinic

United States, West Virginia, Morgantown

Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Provide specialized care to specific patient populations to optimize care and experience. Coordinates the plan of care and acts as a liaison between providers, departments, other healthcare professionals and schedulers to coordinate testing, scheduling, referrals etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Current unencumbered licensure with the WV Board of Registered Professional Nurses, or appropriate state board where services will be provided, as a registered professional nurse OR current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact ( eNLC ).

2. West Virginia state criminal background check required, and Federal, if applicable, for DHHR BMS regulated area.

3. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Two years' experience as an RN OR five years' experience as an LPN required.

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor's Degree in nursing ( BSN) .

2. Certification relevant to the specialized care they will be providing.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1 . Provides hands on assistance according to the department, patient and provider needs , i ncluding but not limited to assisting with procedures, performing tests, preparing or administering patient medications, obtaining specimens.

2 . Act as first contact for patients , providing triaging and medical advice where applicable.

3 . Coordinates the plan of care and acts as a liaison between providers, departments, other healthcare professionals and schedulers to coordinate testing, scheduling, referrals etc.

4 . Monitors and manages patient's appointments, tes ting and labs necessary for the patient population.

5 . Assists with obtainin g prior-authorizations for the patient population.

6 . Prepares educational material for patient use. E ducate s and counsel s patients concerning medical condition, medication or treatment.

7 . Provide s specialized nursing assistance in research efforts when applicable.

8 . Provides advice, education and consultation services to nursing staff of any unit that care for the same patient population

9 . Attends conferences or educational opportunities to ensure up to date knowledge.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Heavy/Hard work : Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching,

positioning of patients, standing, walking, carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighing

35 +lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Position is frequently exposed to blood and bodily fluids; possible exposure to harmful toxins. There is regular exposure to communicable disease.

2. Travel may be necessary in departments with multiple locations.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center:

8239 UHA CH Pediatrics Specialties

Address:

1 Medical Center DriveMorgantownWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.