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Department: RHG-RWJ OHNS Clinic
Overview
New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.
Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.
Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator for the Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Clinic at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
The Clinical Nurse Coordinator will assist the clinical team in coordinating the care of these complex patients, act as a resource to the patient and family, provide in-depth patient education about the disease process, necessary aspects of care, and general inquiries. Act as a liaison to other departments and the hospital to support and advocate for the patients. Work collaboratively with all aspects of the department.
Key Duties
- Coordinates and navigates outpatient care for patients.
- Provides initial detailed patient and family needs assessment and periodically updates needs assessment throughout the course of treatment.
- Develops disease site expertise and provides patient and family education.
- Coordinates care and routine visits, diagnostic tests, or screenings throughout the 5 years post-surgical intervention.
- Educates patient and family regarding any concerns related to their healthcare.
- Works with Chief to prepare for and document mandatory clinical conference to discuss patient care with multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
- Participates in any patient care conferences.
Position Status
Full Time
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
- Three (3) years of clinical experience in a relevant clinical specialty.
- Experience with EPIC and Navinet.
Certifications/Licenses
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
- Current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong organizational, time management, critical thinking RN skills.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, APNs, patients, and their families.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve patient inquiries and employee issues.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Knowledge of current Medicare/Medicaid and HMO commercial insurance regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking, or hearing. No special vision requirements.
- Work Environment: Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
Special Conditions
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.
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