Registered Nurse Care Coordinator - Feeding Clinic (PFK)

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Net sign-on bonus $5,000

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a salaried Nursing professional for care coordination and case management, focusing on inpatient and transition-to-care roles. The position emphasizes collaboration with families, physicians, and the care team to ensure high-quality, cost-effective outcomes.

The role requires a BSN and current Ohio RN licensure, with desirable pediatric case management certifications. A 5,000 net sign-on bonus is noted for new hires.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Current Ohio RN license.
• Certification in pediatric care or case management desirable.

Responsibilities

• Screen and identify patients and assess family needs.
• Develop family-centered care plans.
• Coordinate transitions between care settings and providers.
• Collaborate with care team and families to ensure quality, efficient care.

Skills

Effective communication

CMS knowledge

Team collaboration

MS Office

Analytical skills

Education

BSN degree

Tools

CMS systems

MS Office

Job description

5,000 Net Sign-on Bonus New employees only 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Salaried Nursing position. Full-time benefits.

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Job Description Summary

Ensures the provision of quality patient care in the appropriate setting through care coordination, case management, utilization management of inpatient admissions, and transitions of care to different levels of care. Collaborates with the attending practitioner, the family and other members of the health care team, coordinates individualized plans of care, and communicates the plan to appropriate stakeholders. Ensures high quality care is provided as efficiently and cost effectively as possible. Facilitates continuity of care by coordinating transition to post-discharge care. Practices professional nursing and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses. Maintains a current Ohio Nursing License.

Essential Functions

• Screens and identifes patients.
• Assesses patient/family strengths and needs.
• Develops a family-centered plan of care.
• Facilitates communication and collaboration amongst the health care team.
• Provides monitoring and follow-up across the continuum of care.
• Develops patients’ self-management skills through education and resource provision.
• Manages transitions between settings, caregivers, and providers.
• Maintains knowledge of current concepts, researches needs and research strategies related to care coordination including case management, utilization review, and discharge planning.
• Assists in educating others regarding the role of care coordination/case management.
• Participates in ongoing education related to information technology requirements for the department.

Education Requirement

BSN, required.

Licensure Requirement

Current licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Ohio is required. Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Certifications

Pediatric certification, Advanced-Continuity of Care Certification (A-CCC), or other Case Management certification desirable.

Skills

• Ability to communicate with health care professionals, by demonstrating diplomacy, tact and a professional demeanor.
• Working knowledge of CMS and other review agency standards.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and delegate tasks.
• Ability to relate to diverse age and demographic backgrounds.
• Computer literate.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Professionally appropriate analytical and organizational skills required.

Experience

• Two years of nursing experience, required.
• At least one year in pediatric nursing is highly preferred.
• Nursing experience may include inpatient nursing, case management, utilization review, discharge planning, community health nursing.
• Utilization review, and/or discharge planning experience desirable.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Color vision, Depth perception, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Peripheral vision, Seeing – Far/near, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Decision Making, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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