Pulmonary Care Coordinator RN

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 138.000 - 194.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

UC San Diego Health’s Pulmonary Specialty Clinic Nurse coordinates outpatient care for patients with advanced pulmonary diseases. You will triage cases, coordinate referrals, ensure access to medications and DME, and support education for patients and families in a high-volume, multidisciplinary setting.

We value autonomous nursing practice within ANA standards, with opportunities to contribute to research and quality metrics. A cover letter is recommended when applying.

Qualificações

• Graduate from accredited nursing program.
• California RN license.
• BLS/CPR at hire with commitment to get BART within six months of hire.
• Three (3) years of directly related experience in a large complex healthcare or clinic setting.
• One (1) year of nursing experience in an ambulatory care acute setting within the past five (5) years.
• Knowledge of basic pulmonary physiology.
• Knowledge and experience in a clinic involving complex chronic disease management.
• Experience with patient triage, In-basket Management, and referral coordination for a high volume clinic.
• Ability to exercise judgment and make decisions with regard to patient needs across multiple disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of insurance types and authorization processes.
• Knowledge of office operations and data entry, including charge entry and scheduling.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage high volume of work.
• Ability to interpret policies and work independently.

Responsabilidades

• Triage telephone, MyChart, and in-person patient needs.
• Assist with provider inbox coverage and scheduling referrals; obtain outside medical records.
• Ensure access to routine and specialty medications and DME (oxygen therapy).
• Coordinate prior authorizations and organize patient education and support activities.
• Advance research and facilitate multidisciplinary care coordination.
• Maintain clinic-specific reports and quality metrics.
• Serve as liaison between patients, caregivers, and the health care team to promote continuity of care.

Conhecimentos

Clinical triage

Patient education

Interdisciplinary coordination

Communication

Independent work

Formação

Nursing degree (RN)

California RN license

Ferramentas

MyChart

Electronic Health Records

Scheduling systems

Descrição da vaga

UC San Diego Health’s Pulmonary Specialty Clinic Nurse coordinates outpatient care for patients with advanced pulmonary diseases. You will triage cases, coordinate referrals, ensure access to medications and DME, and support education for patients and families in a high-volume, multidisciplinary setting.

We value autonomous nursing practice within ANA standards, with opportunities to contribute to research and quality metrics. A cover letter is recommended when applying.