RN - Nurse Coordinator

Job DetailsJob Location

• Colorado
• Springs
• Pikes
• Peak
• Location -
• Colorado
• Springs,
• CO 80909Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeEducation
• Level: 4
• Year
• DegreeSalary
• Range: $38.38 - $42.22
• HourlyTravel
• Percentage:
• NegligibleJob
• Category:
• Nurse
• Position
• SUMMARY: The RN Home Care Coordinator position serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) under the CMS regulations. As such, they are responsible for attending IDT meetings to present nursing interventions for care planning and to report on changes in condition for Rocky Mountain Health Care Services (RMHCS) participants. Participates in the communication of the participants condition to the RN Home Care Manager and the IDT. This position manages provider orders, provides phone triage to participants, and manages the schedule for home care nursing. An additional per diem is also offered on top of the pay scale listed.
• MISSION: Improving lives,
• Optimizing wellness,
• Promoting independence
• COMPETENCIES: Technical Expertise Problem Solving Teamwork Effective Communication Results Oriented Personal Credibility
• Quality
• Focus
• People
• Focus
• Flexibility
• Responsibilities
• AND
• DUTIES:
• Essential
• JOB
• FUNCTIONS: Serves as a member of the IDT Presents nursing interventions for participant care planning, fall reports, and incident reports Performs chart audits and ensures that nursing documentation is complete and accurate Acts as a support to home care nurses regarding procedures, documentation, and task organization Performs home visits to administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards to supplement clinic services as needed Covers after hour and weekend call in rotation with other RMHCS NPs and RNs as needed. Observes, records, and reports participants condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians Documents all interactions related to home care visits in the EMR Instructs participants and family members regarding medications and treatment instructions Keeps Home Care Manager and IDT informed on home care issues of participants as they arise Posts advance directives in participants homes and educate participants and families regarding plans of care Attends IDT meetings at care conferences, family meetings, and any other meetings as assigned Maintains personal supplies and materials needed for home visits. Ensures cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed and in stock Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications Other duties as requested/assigned Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse Program and licensed as a professional in the State of Colorado is required Minimum of one year of health care experience in hospital, long-term or home health care setting is preferred CPR and First Aid certification is preferred Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to interact clearly and effectively with both internal and external customers Proficient in software programs, such as Microsoft office and electronic medical records Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of practical nursing to provide on-going care for participants Skilled in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision Care, Wellness Program, Telemedicine Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Company Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Company Paid Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accidental Injury Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, 403(b) Savings Plan, Legal Shield and IDShield, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time-Off plan. Such benefits are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or PRN/casual), job grade and length of service.