RN Appointment Coordinator
About The Position
The RN Appointment Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of all appointments, clinics and related communication with staff, families and physicians on the Pediatric Rehabilitation unit. This position will oversee the vaccine program for the inpatient children/young adults and provide professional nursing services to the children. Assists with personal care and skill development services as needed. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, this position works within the framework of physicians’ orders, care team guidelines, individualized care plans, professional and regulatory guidelines. Schedule Generally M-F within 7a-5p, flexible to meet unit needs. Benefit eligible including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement with company match and generous PTO accrual and front-loaded PTO.
Requirements
- Current valid license as a Registered Nurse in Iowa
- Five years nursing experience in the field of pediatrics and/or developmental disabilities.
- Maneuver within the physical work environment with some bending, stooping, reaching and light lifting.
- Documentation of current CPR/BLS certification
- Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
Nice To Haves
- Experience in care coordination and program facilitation preferred.
Responsibilities
- Attend and coordinate all aspects of children’s appointments.
- Facilitate physician communication pertaining to appointments both prior to and follow-up after.
- Facilitate coverage for appointments if not able to attend, both on the unit and for the appointment.
- Facilitate communication with transportation dept.
- Facilitate communication with care team members regarding appointments and related care issues.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of pertinent documentation and orders relating to appointments.
- Ensure prior authorizations are completed.
- Oversee vaccine program for inpatient children and young adults.
- Provide back-up for Care Coordinator position when needed.
- Oversee all coverage and care coordination of clinics (Dental, Pulmonology).
- Complete all other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Benefit eligible including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement with company match and generous PTO accrual and front-loaded PTO.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
