Clinical Nurse Coordinator

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Dec 23, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Nursing
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 coordinate 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 depts and the hospital to support and advocate for the patients. Work collaboratively with all aspects of the department. Among the key duties of this position are the following: 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. Provides patient and family education. Coordinate 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
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	28S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	79877.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	96133.00
Annual Maximum Salary	114343.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	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 and resolve problems. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills. Must be knowledgeable of current Medicare/Medicaid and HMO commercial insurance's regulations. Must be proficient in Microsoft software (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint).
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
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

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2199
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Downtown New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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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. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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