RN Nursing Coordinator - Neurology Clinic

UNC Health Care; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 49,414 - 71,042; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care in Chapel Hill is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide clinical nursing care coordination in our Neurology Clinic. You will assess patient needs, coordinate care, and collaborate with a team of health professionals to improve patient outcomes. This full-time role offers a supportive environment and a chance to significantly impact patients' lives daily.

The position requires graduation from an accredited nursing school and licensure in North Carolina. Competitive salary range of $35.87 - $51.57 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Five years of professional nursing experience required.
• Ability to assess patient status and coordinate care effectively.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with patients and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient status and coordinate ongoing care.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to provide patient resources.
• Collect and analyze data related to patient outcomes.

Skills

Care coordination

Data analysis

Patient education

Education

Graduation from a state-accredited school of professional nursing

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina

Job description

Description

Description:

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Come join our growing team!

The UNC Neurology Clinic provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with complex neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, movement disorders, and more. As part of UNC Health, we combine clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care to improve patient outcomes.

Join a collaborative team of neurologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff dedicated to advancing brain health. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives every day.

Schedule and Location:

• Address: 300 Meadowmont Village Cir, Chapel Hill, NC
• Shift: M-F (Days)
• No weekends
• No holidays

Summary

Provides clinical administrative nursing care coordination in support of a patient care area. Duties include one or more of the following: care coordination, discharge planning, data analysis and performance metrics, and patient/staff education.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient status of a specialized population. Rounds with an interdisciplinary health care team to determine patient care needs and coordinate ongoing acute care and long‑term needs. Uses expertise and experience in specialty practice to facilitate patient care. Acts as a liaison between the patient, family, and health care team to communicate patient care needs including coordination of patient/family care conferences.
• Collaborates with the health care team to provide information and resources to facilitate patient care. Provides in‑services and formal presentations to nursing, medical, and ancillary staff on topics related to the specialized patient population. Assists staff in developing patient education materials and performs patient teaching on specific topics and needs. Documents patient teaching in the medical record in the appropriate sections.
• Collects data related to the specialized patient population and analyzes for trends. Enters data or coordinates its entry into databases and registries for benchmarking purposes. Participates in performance improvement activities to promote quality patient care. Analyzes data for trends and makes suggestions for revisions to patient care protocols. Monitors outcomes of care and collaborates with the interdisciplinary health care team on evaluation of outcomes.
• Coordinates patient care for post‑hospitalization care and discharge planning. Makes referrals to other care providers during acute care and for post‑discharge care. Communicates discharge needs to the interdisciplinary health care team, patient, and family. Coordinates appointments with clinics, outside referral sources, home care, durable medical equipment providers, and other providers to ensure continuity of care. Attends care conferences and interdisciplinary care rounds. Documents care planning and communication with health care providers in the medical record.
• Promotes own professional development by attending in‑services and presentations. Keeps current in practice through conferences, reading current literature and research. Role‑models professional nursing practice through the nursing process and professional behaviors.

Other Information

• Education Requirements: Graduation from a state‑accredited school of professional nursing
• Licensure/Certification Requirements: Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina
• Professional Experience Requirements: Five (5) years of professional nursing experience
• Knowledge/Skills and Abilities Requirements:

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: UNCH Neurology Clinic

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $35.87 - $51.57 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or to apply for a career opportunity, please email [e-mail].