Patient Care Coordinator - NICU

Job Description

Patient Care Coordinator – NICU

Essential Duties:

Patient Care Coordination • Assists nurses with patient-related questions and clinical support needs • Facilitates patient flow for the department as it relates to admissions, discharges, visits, etc. • Manages own patient assignment, if applicable (varies by location)

Resource and Equipment Management • Confirms availability of necessary patient equipment, supplies and / or medications • Optimizes utilization of department and hospital resources

Staff and Resource Management • Creates and evaluates staffing plans and schedules • Oversees smooth transitions between care providers and between shifts • Ensures adherence to workplace protocols and procedures

Quality Improvement and Professional Development • Participates in quality improvement initiatives, including but not limited to data collection, planning, implementation, and outcome evaluation. • May support investigation and resolution of specific outcomes, situations, or clinical care concerns. • Fosters a positive professional practice environment. • Mentors and coaches staff to attain optimal performance and provides input to Annual Discussion. May serve as a competency validator in general nursing and specialty practice setting

Qualifications

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.

Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, 2 years in the specialty area preferred.

Actively pursuing a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing required for those hired into the role prior to October 1, 2018.  

A BSN is required for those hired into the role after October 1, 2018.

Transition Plan for those currently in the role for meeting Educational Requirements:
- Begin BSN within two years of October 1, 2011
- Complete BSN degree by October 1, 2018  

Charge Nurse experience preferred.   

Additional Information

Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.