Clinical Program Coordinator (Part-Time) - Colorectal Surgery

Position Summary Clinical Program Coordinator at CNMC will coordinate nursing care and services for patients and family members in specific healthcare specialty encounters by telephone, electronic, in person, and/or by mail. Consults with physicians and other health professionals to resolve health concerns. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC policies and procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. Responsible to lead activities of the patient care delivery team for a specific patient population and continuously assess, plan, implement, and evaluate clinical care ensuring continuity of care. Schedule Part‑time: 20 hours per week (10‑hour shifts). Working hours 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree (Required). Minimum Work Experience Five years of nursing experience, including at least one year of recent pediatric experience in a comparable setting, and a minimum of one year of demonstrated nursing leadership experience (e.g., charge nurse, educator, preceptor, council chair/member, advancement on the clinical ladder). Functional Accountabilities Professional Practice Participate in and support Shared Nursing Leadership. Contribute to sustainability and advancement of nursing excellence, advancing Magnet designation. Participate and contribute in internal and external committees, professional organizations, and community activities. Accountable for supporting and participating in the Division of Nursing’s performance improvement process. Identify, define, and report on measures consistent with Nurse Sensitive Indicators for Ambulatory Nursing Practice. Integrate evidence‑based practice and research into care. Assist physicians and other professional providers to maintain appropriate cost and desired patient outcomes. Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance. Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation. Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation. Demonstrate accurate, clear, and timely verbal and written communication. Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors, and co‑workers. Attend carefully to important details, practicing stop, think, act, and review to self‑check behavior and performance. Patient Family‑Centered Care Plan and consult with patients, families, physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other professional colleagues; involve patients and families in shared decision‑making; advocate for patient and family; access relevant health services. Responsible and accountable for clinical care of a specific patient population; develop goals based on patient response to illness, health promotion and program outcomes; implement suitable evidence‑based nursing interventions; provide complete documentation of care. Use the nursing process in clinic and tele‑health settings to assess patient problems; critically analyze and integrate subjective and objective data. Provide health education based on patient/family learning preferences throughout disease trajectory and health promotion; use cultural competence expertise. Act in the best interest of patient and family, building trust and confidence while upholding moral and legal standards. Coordinate mechanisms across systems, institutions, and community to ensure continuity of care; direct and participate in development of patient‑care policies and protocols. Resources and Work Environment Establish and maintain medical equipment and supplies, promoting safe and effective use. Ensure regulatory requirements are met; maintain readiness; keep updated on health informatics systems linked to patient care. Apply knowledge of operations, financial principles, and resources to deliver quality and appropriate care services cost‑effectively. Enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities in clinical, legal, regulatory, and cultural competence relevant to patient population and community. Employ effective collaboration to create, promote, and maintain a partnership environment and high‑performance team outcomes. Partners for Excellence Facilitate interdisciplinary patient care rounds or conferences to review treatment goals and optimize outcomes. Ensure accurate time, schedule, and alternate coverage to meet patients and families’ care and personal needs; participate in cross‑coverage of other areas when needed. Direct flow of patients and staff to ensure effective management and smooth care environment. Work collaboratively with professional staff (RNs, LPNs, PCTs, and other unlicensed assistive personnel) per state practice act and CNMC roles. Communicate and elevate clinical or administrative issues as appropriate to resolve them. Participate in peer review of staff. Organizational Commitment / Identification Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met. Teamwork / Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior. Partner with all team members to achieve goals. Be receptive to others’ ideas and opinions. Performance Improvement / Problem‑Shooting Contribute to a positive work environment. Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change. Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes. Make appropriate decisions using sound judgment. Cost Management / Financial Responsibility Use resources efficiently. Search for less costly ways to achieve outcomes. Location & Details Primary Location: District of Columbia – Washington. Work Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus). Organization: Surgery COE. Position Status: Regular. Shift: Day. Job Posting Date: Apr 22, 2026. Full‑Time Salary Range (indicative): 82,347.20. #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's National Hospital