Outpatient Pediatric Urology Nurse Coordinator

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. The Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse reporting to Nursing leadership within the Pediatric Specialty Centers and under the direction and supervision of the Attending Physician for the specific specialty or program.

The primary role of the nurse coordinator is to ensure seamless coordination of patient care across the continuum, including clinical practice, care coordination, education, and quality improvement, with significant latitude for exercising professional judgement. The Nurse Coordinator is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team providing developmentally appropriate care to patients and families within the specialty service. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• Professional Practice:
  The Pediatric Nurse Coordinator is the lead member of the health care team coordinating all aspects of patient care for the specific specialty.
• Education:
  
  Provides patient and family education on the appropriate medical condition, including signs, symptoms, treatment regimens, side effects, outcomes expected, and potential adverse reactions or outcomes. Includes management of condition and promoting optimal health.
• Multi-Disciplinary
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Functions as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team coordinating all aspects of patient care across the continuum.
• Quality Improvement:
  Participates in data collection related to clinical and operational efficiencies.

Education:
Registered Nurse;
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred;
Connecticut RN license.

Experience:
At least 2-3 years RN experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting required. Relevant experience in the specialty area, pediatrics or in the Nurse Coordinator role preferred.

Licensure:
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.

Special Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to advocate for patients and work independently with minimal supervision; ability to manage multiple priorities; computer experience and knowledge of word processing and data entry systems; effective communication with all members of the healthcare team, patients, and families; commitment to patient-centered care.

Physical Demand:
Must be flexible to meet the demands of the specialty, outpatient clinic sessions, and patient/family needs.

At least 2-3 years RN experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting required. Relevant experience in the specialty area, pediatrics or in the Nurse Coordinator role preferred.