Registered Nurse, Care Coordinator - Hematology (PFK)

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH, seeks an experienced registered nurse with BSN to coordinate care across inpatient and transition settings. You will collaborate with physicians, families, and care teams to develop individualized plans and ensure high-quality, cost-effective care.

The role requires active Ohio RN licensure, pediatrics experience preferred, and strong communication. Sign-on bonus applies; full-time benefits accompany the salaried position.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Current Ohio RN licensure.
• Two years of nursing experience; pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of CMS and other review standards.

Responsibilities

• Screen and identify patients.
• Assess patient and family needs.
• Develop family-centered plan of care.
• Coordinate care across teams and settings.
• Monitor and follow up across the continuum.
• Educate patients on self-management and resources.
• Facilitate transitions between care settings.
• Maintain knowledge of care coordination concepts.
• Educate others on care coordination roles.
• Engage in IT/system requirements for the department.

Skills

Communication

CMS knowledge

Collaboration

Delegation

Digital literacy

Education

BSN

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

**5,000 Net Sign-on Bonus** 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Salaried Nursing position. Full-time benefits. Family Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIGQYYVzDDQ Partners For Kids Website: partnersforkids.org

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.

Job Description: Essential Functions

• Screens and identifies patients.
• Assess 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 and position-specific requirements. 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

General Duties Statement

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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

Company Culture

The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We’re 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.