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The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

Ambulatory Clinic Care Coordinator - RN, Workers Compensation

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeKansas City, KS, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor degree in Nursing is required.
  • At least 2 years of registered nurse experience is required.
  • Basic Life Support Heartsaver (non-clinical) certification from the American Heart Association is required or must be obtained within 14 days.
  • An active multi-state registered nurse license in good standing in the state of residence, or an active single-state registered nurse license in good standing in the state of work with proof of application for a multi-state license in the state of residence, is required.
  • Basic typing and word-processing ability is required.
  • Analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Schedule follow-up appointments and phone calls for patients.
  • Coordinate patient care plans by liaising with necessary care providers and employers to ensure patient needs are met.
  • Use computer software to coordinate follow-up appointments and phone calls.
  • Create efficient systems and workflows within the clinic.
  • Manage patient flow, triage, and provide direct patient care.
  • Communicate between front desk staff, nursing staff, physicians, and the clinic manager.
  • Manage patient care by developing expected outcomes, defining appropriate resource utilization, and working with providers to set patient goals.
  • Provide nursing support and coordination to optimize patient outcomes and quality of life through clinical and educational programs or support services.
  • Support patient self-management of disease.
  • Coordinate continuity of care with patients and families following hospital admission, discharge, and emergency room visits.
  • Manage high-risk patient care, including care for patients with multiple comorbidities or high readmission risk, and maintain a registry.
  • Develop relationships with patients and use assessment skills to identify physical, psychosocial, financial, and environmental healthcare needs.
  • Educate patients and appropriate ancillary personnel about healthcare needs, safety issues, and benefits.
  • Use available electronic tools, including electronic medical records, to document assessments, clinical findings, treatment plans, and progress toward goals.
  • Observe, record, and report patients' conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments to physicians.
  • Educate patients and families about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition, and health and wellness maintenance.
  • Maintain and review patient records, charts, and other pertinent information; record test and examination results, follow up with patients, and post results.
  • Respond to or refer incoming patient treatment-related phone calls.
  • Instruct patients and families about medications and treatment instructions.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Document patient care in the electronic medical record to maintain or develop patient records in compliance with practice standards.
  • Perform the professional, clinical, and technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous medical office experience is preferred.

About the Company

The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

The University of Kansas Health System is a non-profit academic medical center with locations in Kansas City, Topeka, Great Bend, and Lawrence. It delivers comprehensive medical services—from primary care to highly specialized treatments—through the largest physician practice in Kansas, covering more than 200 medical specialties. As an academic medical center, it combines patient care with research and education, and it operates the only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center in the area. Care is coordinated across its hospitals, clinics, and affiliated providers, with revenue generated from patient services, research grants, and educational programs. The system distinguishes itself by its large, integrated physician network, broad range of specialties, and its role in research and training, all aimed at improving health outcomes in Kansas and the surrounding region.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Kansas City, KS
Founded
1998

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