Description
Clinical Nurse Coordinator – Oncology (Georgetown)
Coordinates activities with the Attending Physician as assigned. The primary responsibilities of the position will be the following: assisting in communications with patients; triaging patients and patient issues, symptom management, and patient education regarding their disease process and treatment. Assures the monitoring and confirmation of service delivery and evaluation of health care services for patients and patient families. Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team, utilizing clinical outcome data to support innovative and cost-effective changes to practice and to the health care system. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies procedures and standards.
We believe in fostering a world-class healthcare environment. By joining our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to work amongst passionate individuals making a difference in healthcare.
Schedule:
Day Shift 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Benefits:
Competitive salaries plus differentials
20 Days of Paid Time Off per year plus personal time/holidays
Education/Tuition assistance
Relocation reimbursement
Generous Total Rewards Benefits Package
Matched Retirement Savings Plan
Specialized training opportunities with one-on-one preceptorship
Nationally renowned Nursing Wellbeing Program
Education:
Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited academic nursing program required.
Master's degree preferred.
License/Certifications: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia required.
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required.
Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification within 1 Year preferred.
Pediatric Nursing Certification (CPN) or Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN) is desirable.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides direct and indirect care to patients and families and objectively and systematically evaluates the quality and appropriateness of care delivery.
- Collaborates and coordinates with physicians and all disciplines involved in the patient's care to assure timely progress toward the best clinical outcome in the most cost-effective manner.
- Provides extensive patient education regarding disease process, treatment plan, and symptom management. Expertise in specialty area enables the registered nurse to triage and assess patients in order to provide optimum level of care. Assists patients and families through disease process and cancer diagnosis continuum.
- Collaborates to assist patients with authorizing and precertification of insurance coverage for tests as ordered as part of the treatment plan.
- Serves to problem solve; focusing on operational issues that may impede patient outcomes in a timely manner.
- Triages phone calls and patient portal inquiries and provides consultations and follow-up as needed.
- Reports the status of progress and recommends/implements appropriate measures for Performance Improvement (PI).
- Assists with new employee orientation while continuing to complete competency assessments and continuing education.
- Serves to problem solve; focusing on operational issues that may impede patient outcomes in a timely manner.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all-inclusive. This position may be used from time to time in other capacities as directed by department leadership.
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
Strong emphasis on teamwork—our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity—we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
Comprehensive total rewards package—including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
More career opportunities closer to home—as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
Apply on company website
Find Connections via Linkedin
