OR Care Coordinator (MHBC) Urology

Virtua; Clermont (NJ); On-site; USD 59,236 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Virtua is seeking a clinically accountable nurse at Mount Holly (175 Madison Avenue) to coordinate patient care within a 12‑hour day shift. You will supervise the nursing team, interact with physicians, and ensure high standards of ethical practice across a 36-hour workweek.

You must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program with a valid NJ RN License. BSN preferred, and 2+ years of acute care experience is desirable. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and have a valid NJ RN License.
• BSN preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing skills, hospital practices, procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates care on the unit/department toward specific patient outcomes.
• Prioritizes and coordinates needs of the unit and individual patients.
• Collaborates with physicians, case management, and families to plan care.
• Delegates and evaluates care provided by the nursing team.
• Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions.

Skills

RN License

Acute care

Communication

Team coordination

Clinical decision-making

Education

NJ RN License

BSN preferred

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Location

Mount Holly - 175 Madison Avenue

Remote Type

On‑Site

Employment Type

Employee

Employment Classification

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Work Shift

Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours

36

Job Summary

Clinically accountable for coordinating needs of an assigned group of patients, including assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care through outcome identification and evidence-based practice. Coordinates patient care on the unit/department. Communicates and collaborates extensively with other caregivers, physicians, case management, patient and/or patient’s families or significant others. Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.

Position Responsibilities

• Coordinates care on the unit/department working toward specific outcomes for each assigned patient.
• Prioritizes and coordinates needs of the overall unit/department as well as those of individual patients.
• Interacts with physicians and case management to coordinate care and effectively problem solve to establish an appropriate plan of care promoting appropriate outcomes.
• Assigns, directs and evaluates all delegated care given by other members of the nursing team in accordance with the plan of care.
• Performs an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care.
• Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes.
• Effectively manages rapidly changing situations.
• Participates in clinical decision‑making.
• Educates patient and family/responsible party regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, safety issues, etc.
• Delegates and monitors care rendered by other members of the nursing department and healthcare team.
• Demonstrates standard precautions and patient safety principles in practice.
• Participates in orientation, education and development of healthcare team.
• Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities.
• Maintains professional and departmental level competencies.

Educational Requirements, Qualifications

OR experience and/or Urology experience required. Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and have a valid NJ RN License. BSN preferred. A minimum of 2 years current and appropriate acute care nursing experience preferred. Certification in appropriate specialty preferred. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing skills, hospital practices, procedures and standards. Perfects skills and stays abreast of current nursing practice through ongoing education, journals, etc. Must have strong communication skills and be able to coordinate efforts of a team of care providers.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $43.28 - $60.15. The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave, short‑term disability and optional long‑term disability; colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance; and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.