Nursing Care Coordinator - General Cardiology Clinic (Nebraska Medicine)

Job Description

Shift:

Nursing Care Coordinator - Cardiology Clinic

Shift Details:

Full Time

Monday - Friday

8am - 5pm

Clinic Highlight:

The General Cardiology Clinic is dedicated to providing top-tier cardiovascular care for our patients. Our experienced team of cardiologists and healthcare professionals offers a full spectrum of services, from preventive care and routine check-ups to the management of complex heart conditions. Utilizing the latest diagnostic tools and treatment options, we create personalized care plans aimed at optimizing heart health and preventing disease progression. Our clinic emphasizes patient education and lifestyle modification as key components of cardiovascular wellness. With a commitment to excellence in clinical care, research, and patient support, we strive to improve the heart health and overall well-being of our community. Join our life changing team!

Why Nebraska Medicine?

We provide meaningful work for every individual.  Here is what sets Nebraska Medicine apart:

• Making an impact: When you join Nebraska Medicine, you become part of something much bigger.  Our work is impactful and life changing.  Every day, we create moments of triumph, instill hope, and make a positive difference in the lives of our patients and their families.
• Colleague Support: We understand the crucial role each of our employees play, and we want to support them at every stage of their career.  From our comprehensive benefits package to wellness programs, we value personal and professional well-being.
• Professional Growth: We offer ample opportunities for professional growth and development, empowering our staff to reach new heights in their careers.  From tuition assistance to educational sponsorship opportunities, we are committed to supporting your ambitions.
• Reputation: U.S. News & World Report has named Nebraska Medicine the Best Hospital in Nebraska for 12 consecutive years, and we have been named one of the state's best employers for four years straight.  We are a multi-year Becker's 100 Great Hospitals in America recipient and have Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Job Description:
Coordinate a patient care delivery system for a designated group of patients in order to achieve high quality, cost effective patient outcomes across the continuum of health care with the goal of optimizing the patient's health status. Perform duties in the ambulatory setting as well as assisting complex (consisting of many different needs, intensive coordination) patients in the transition of care throughout multiple settings. Provides targeted interventions to avoid hospitalization and emergency room visits. Position may be designated within a primary care or specialty care area.

 Required Qualifications: 
• Minimum of three years Registered Nurse (RN) experience OR a combination of relevant experience with specific patient population related to position, to be approved by the CNO, as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (three years LPN experience equals one year RN experience) inclusive of a minimum of one year in RN role required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to prioritize and make independent clinical judgments required.
• Experience with basic patient care equipment, policy procedure and protocol manuals required.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team required.
• Effective critical thinking/analytical skills required.
• Ability to effectively evaluate care across the continuum.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).


Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior nursing experience in related field preferred.
• Based on position, prior experience in one or more of the following areas including oncology, cardiovascular care, neonatal intensive care, nephrology, solid organ transplantation, general medical/surgical care, emergency care, critical care, med spa, dialysis, interpretation, and explanation of physical/laboratory/screening results preferred.
• Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree preferred.
• Based on position, successful completion of nephrology nurse education program preferred.
• Knowledge of health care financial environment and reimbursement systems preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel preferred.
• Experience with graphic software preferred.
• Experience with patient teaching materials preferred. 
• Understanding of related patient registries and data bases preferred.
• Experience leading/supervising a team preferred.
• Based on position, certification preferred in one or more of the following areas including Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse, Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN), Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy and Biotherapy, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) department dependent required, and/or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred.