Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Surgical Oncology
WVU Medicine•Aurora, CO
About The Position
The Clinical Nurse Coordinator provides specialized care to specific patient populations to optimize care and patient experience. The coordinator helps plan and coordinate care and serves as a liaison among providers, departments, other healthcare professionals, and schedulers to arrange testing, appointments, and referrals. The position is based at WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, West Virginia, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse license in the state where services are provided, or a current multistate Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
- Complete state criminal background check and federal background check, if applicable, as required for regulated areas.
- Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
- Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse or five years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning and carrying patients, materials, and equipment weighing 35 pounds or more.
- Ability to work in an environment with frequent exposure to blood and bodily fluids, possible exposure to harmful toxins, and regular exposure to communicable disease.
- Travel may be necessary for departments with multiple locations.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN).
- Certification relevant to the specialized care provided.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on assistance based on department, patient, and provider needs, including assisting with procedures, performing tests, preparing or administering medications, and obtaining specimens.
- Serve as the first point of contact for patients, providing triage and medical advice where applicable.
- Coordinate the plan of care and liaise with providers, departments, healthcare professionals, and schedulers to arrange testing, scheduling, and referrals.
- Monitor and manage appointments, testing, and laboratory work needed for the patient population.
- Assist with obtaining prior authorizations.
- Prepare educational materials and educate and counsel patients about medical conditions, medications, and treatment.
- Provide specialized nursing assistance in research efforts when applicable.
- Provide advice, education, and consultation to nursing staff caring for the same patient population.
- Attend conferences or educational opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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