RN Coordinator Rheumatology - Washington PA

Wheeling Hospital; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeling Hospital seeks an experienced nurse leader to direct and coordinate nursing programs and performance improvement initiatives. The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, education program development, and ongoing evaluation of outcomes to promote quality care.

The position requires RN licensure, an associate degree in nursing (BSN preferred), and BLS certification within 30 days. Five years of nursing clinical experience is desired, with stronger preference for BSN and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state or eNLC.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Three years of clinical nursing experience.
• BSN preferred.
• Five years of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and other health care providers to ensure comprehensive, coordinated patient and family education.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement in patient outcomes and participates in plans to enhance clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Coordinates and oversees preparation and submission of education programs to meet national standards of accreditation for patients, nurses, exercise physiologists and exercise specialists, as applicable.
• Prepares and performs annual review of the program.
• Assists in the revision and review of policies and protocols.
• Assists with marketing and program preparation.
• Conducts daily rounds and/or audits on applicable patient population, as needed.
• Supervises, trains, and promotes the development of staff and provides direction as needed.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Communication

Education & training

Quality improvement

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)

RN license (state or eNLC)

BLS certification

Certification in area of specialty

Job description

Provides administrative support and coordinates management and operations. Responsible for the development and implementation of services/systems toward an organized, multidisciplinary approach to the delivery of care to patients and program goals. Responsible for promoting the continuity of care for patients through ongoing education, development of programs, evaluation of outcomes, and direct interaction with patients, families, and groups.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years of clinical experience in nursing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Certification in area of specialty.

EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years of clinical experience in Nursing.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs and oversees Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and other health care providers to ensure comprehensive, coordinated patient and family education.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement in patient outcomes and participates in plans to enhance clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Coordinates and oversees preparation and submission of education programs to meet national standards of accreditation for patients, nurses, exercise physiologists and exercise specialists, as applicable.
• Prepares and performs annual review of the program.
• Assists in the revision and review of policies and protocols.
• Assists with marketing and program preparation.
• Conducts daily rounds and/or audits on applicable patient population, as needed.
• Supervises, trains, and promotes the development of staff and provides direction as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 35+lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Working irregular hours.
• Working around biohazards/infectious diseases.
• Working with electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process.
• Knowledge of professional theory, practice and procedure.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, physicians, and other employees.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: United States of America (Exempt)

Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.

Cost Center: 6467 WH Rheumatology Washington

Address: 1 Medical Park Drive, Wheeling, West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.