Pediatric Endocrine/ Diabetes Nurse Coordinator

Yale NewHaven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Nurse Coordinator to join the Pediatric Specialty Centers. You will coordinate all aspects of patient care, participate in education, quality improvement, and act as a liaison within the care team.

The ideal candidate is a Registered Nurse licensed in Connecticut, with 2–3 years RN experience in inpatient or outpatient settings, preferably in pediatrics. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential in delivering patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Connecticut RN license.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• 2–3 years RN experience in inpatient or outpatient settings.
• Experience in pediatrics or Nurse Coordinator role preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of patient care for the specific specialty across the continuum.
• Provide patient and family education on condition, treatments, and expected outcomes.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary care team to improve quality and service delivery.
• Participate in data collection related to clinical and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Patient advocacy

Independent work

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Connecticut RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse, reporting to Nursing leadership within the Pediatric Specialty Centers and under the direction and supervision of the Attending Physician for the specific specialty or program. The primary role of the nurse coordinator is to ensure seamless coordination of patient care accross the continuum. This includes clinical practice, care coordination, education, quality improvement, with significant latititude for exercising professional judgement. The Nurse Coordinator is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team providing developmentally appropriate care to patients and families within the specialty service.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1.Professional Practice:
  • 1.1The Pediatric Nurse Coordinator is the lead member of the health care team coordinating all aspects of patient care for the specific specialty.
• 2.Education
  • 2.1Provides patient and family education on appropriate medical condition, including signs, symptoms , treatment regimens, side effects, outcomes expected, and potential adverse reactions or outcomes. Including manangement of condition, promoting optimal level of health.
• 3.Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration
  • 3.1Functions as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team coordinating all aspects of patient care across the continuum
• 4.Quality Improvement
  • 4.1Participates in data collection related to clinical and operational efficiencies.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Registered Nurse , Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred, Connecticut RN license.

EXPERIENCE

At least 2-3 years RN experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting required. Relevant experience in the specialty area, pediatrics or in the Nurse Coordinator role preferred.

LICENSURE

Licensed as a Registered Nurse from the State of Connecticut.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to assert oneself, advocate for patients, and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Computer experience and knowledge of word processing and data entry systems. Must be able to communicate efffectively with all members of the healthcare team, patients and families. Must value and execute "patient -centered model of care."

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Must be flexible to meet the demands of the specialty, outpatient clinic session, specialty and patient/family needs.