OR Care Coordinator (MHBC) Urology

Virtua Health; Clermont (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/prescription

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health is hiring a clinically accountable registered nurse for Mount Holly, NJ. You will coordinate patient care on a unit, collaborate with physicians and care teams, and ensure high standards of ethics and safety. The role emphasizes thorough assessment, care planning, and education for patients and families in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Requirements include NJ RN license, OR/Urology experience, and strong communication. BSN preferred; 2 years of acute care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and have valid NJ RN License.
• BSN preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years current acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Certification in appropriate specialty preferred.
• Demonstrates strong communication and ability to coordinate care with a care team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates care on the unit/department toward specific patient outcomes.
• Prioritizes and coordinates needs of the overall unit and individual patients.
• Interacts with physicians and case management to coordinate care and establish an appropriate plan of care.
• Assigns, directs and evaluates delegated care by nursing staff.
• Performs patient assessments and develops, implements, and evaluates care plans.
• Administers and documents therapeutic interventions.
• Educates patients and families about disease processes and care needs.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and ensures safety practices.

Skills

OR experience

OR Urology experience

Strong communication skills

Team coordination

Education

RN License in NJ

BSN preferred

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we’re committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We’re also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

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 Additional Locations:

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 solves to establish 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 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 the 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 valid NJ RN License.
• BSN preferred.
• A minimum of 2years current and appropriate acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Certification in appropriate specialty preferred.
• Refer to the Educational/Regulatory Requirement (Department Specific) policy in the Nursing Administrative Manual.
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing skills, hospital practices, procedures and standards.
• Perfects skills and stays abreast of current nursing practice through on‑going education, journals, etc.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Must be able to coordinate efforts of a team of care providers.

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, but not limited to: 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 as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, 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. For more benefits information click here.

Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well

That’s our mission. We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world‑class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.