Clinical Coordinator

Job Summary

The Clinical Care Coordinator has the responsibility and accountability for coordinating the medical management of patients using an evidence-based approach. In collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, the Clinical Coordinator identifies at risk patients, develops a plan of care, and coordinates care with the patient’s involvement. Will work with physicians and other patient care providers as he/she supports the department in meeting quality process and performance objectives through data collection, data analysis and process outcome evaluation.

Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and confidentially at all times. Work with other team members to achieve Care Navigation Center and organizational goals in order to provide quality patient service. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines

The Clinical Care Coordinator has the responsibility and accountability for coordinating the medical management of patients using an evidence-based approach. In collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, the Clinical Coordinator identifies at risk patients, develops a plan of care, and coordinates care with the patient’s involvement. Will work with physicians and other patient care providers as he/she supports the department in meeting quality process and performance objectives through data collection, data analysis and process outcome evaluation.

Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and confidentially at all times. Work with other team members to achieve Care Navigation Center and organizational goals in order to provide quality patient service. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines

• Performs a thorough and timely assessment of patient’s condition including physical, psychological, social and rehabilitative aspects
• Provides and/or delegates patient care according to the plan of care. Sets priorities based on patient needs including discharge.
• Develops/assists a patient centered plan of care based on clinical standards of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care and revises plan if necessary.
• Supervises and serves as a clinical resource and behavioral role model
• Maintains departmental efficiency/effectiveness and sets priorities appropriately
• Contributes and enforces the departmental Performance Improvement initiatives and National Patient Safety Goals
• Supervises unit orientation and staff development programs
• Participates in staff/peer performance evaluations
• Performs other related duties/participates in special projects and committees

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Graduate of an accredited program in nursing.

Current Registered Nurse license to practice in the state of NJ.

Certifications required: BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support. IV Certification preferred

3 year or more experience in an acute care setting preferred. Critical care experience preferred

Must be willing to work holidays, weekends and provide additional coverage as needed

The following tables detail the individual physical demands using the following six categories:
Mobility, Strength, Upper Extremity Postural Activity, Sensory/Perceptual, Work Environment, and Conditions of Work.