Pediatric Cardiology Nurse Coordinator

Yale New Haven Health • New Haven, CT

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About The Position

The Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse who reports to Nursing leadership within the Pediatric Specialty Centers and works under the direction and supervision of the Attending Physician for the specialty or program. The role coordinates patient care across the continuum, including clinical practice, care coordination, education, and quality improvement, with significant latitude to exercise professional judgment. The Nurse Coordinator is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, providing developmentally appropriate care to patients and families within the specialty service.

The position is guided by YNHHS values of integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with a Connecticut RN license.
• At least 2–3 years of RN experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to assert oneself, 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.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Must value and execute a patient-centered model of care.
• Must be flexible to meet the demands of the specialty, outpatient clinic session, and specialty and patient/family needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Relevant experience in the specialty area, pediatrics, or in a Nurse Coordinator role preferred.
• Pediatric experience highly preferred.
• Ambulatory experience preferred.
• Pediatric cardiology background ideal.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of patient care for the specialty as the lead member of the health care team.
• Educate patients and families about medical conditions, including signs and symptoms, treatment regimens, side effects, expected outcomes, potential adverse reactions, and condition management to promote optimal health.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care across the continuum.
• Participate in data collection related to clinical and operational efficiencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed