- Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating patient care. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation and through critical thinking and clinical decision making, develop an appropriate plan of care for the patient, with the aim of promoting comfort.
- Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations.
- Oversees care delivered by patient care team; coordinates plan of care.
- Provides education and facilitates learning for patients, families, and patient care team in a way that demonstrates a sensitivity to recognize, appreciate, and incorporate differences related to diversity.
- Collaborates with physicians, families and other healthcare professionals to assist in developing and implementing an appropriate plan of care in a way that promotes/encourages each person's contributions towards achieving the best patient outcomes.
- At least 2 years experience as a Registered Nurse working in pediatric hematology oncology
- BSN in Nursing is required.
- Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas required.
- BLS certification approved by the American Heart Association required.
- PALS/NRP/ACLS (Department specific requirements - see addendum) required.
- Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
- 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
- Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
- Caregiver Leave
- Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement >
rn - new patient intake coordinator - ccbd plano - Plano, TX , USA, United States - Children's Health
Description
Job Title & Specialty Area:
Registered Nurse - New Patient Intake Coordinator
Department:
Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders Clinic (CCBD)
Location:
Children's Health Plano
Shift:
Days
Job Type:
(On-Site)
Why Children's Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.
Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.
Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
Summary:
This Nurse will join the multidisciplinary team in the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Clinic (CCBD) The Intake Coordinator will act as a liaison between the Ambulatory Service Representatives and Medical Provider to assist in coordination of newly referred patients.
Some highlighted responsibilities will include:
Navigating communications between discharging providers of new patients and providers in CCBD.
Maintain contact with families and provide updates on patient's status and answer any clinical questions the families have about patient's care.
Meet with Medical Provider to provide update & history for each patient and then give handoff report to the Coordinator.
Responsibilities:
Other information:
WORK EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues.
We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.
Holistic Benefits - How We'll Care for You: