RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Pediatrics Endocrinology

Scheduled Hours: 40 Position Summary: Coordinates the care of patients for a designated service throughout the continuum of care; serves as a clinical resource in area of specialty or expertise. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Provides direct patient care including assessment, planning and evaluation of patients. Completes health history on patients and conveys findings to physician. Documents all patient interactions appropriately within EHR system. Provides diabetes education to patients, families, and caregivers. Analyzes blood sugar trends and recommends dose/technology changes. Develops and coordinates diabetes education material and programs. Provides phone consultation for prescription refills, sick calls, education and other patient concerns. Attends outpatient clinic sessions with providers to provide care, education and comprehensive assessment of patients; coordinates patient care, orders diagnostic tests, conveys findings to physician, assists in coordinating patient appointments and assists with referral to outside sources. Allocates resources, i.e., home health, project concern, and DME. Provides individual or small group education to initiate and coordinate diabetes care and diabetes equipment technology; performs a variety of nursing administrative duties including compliance with environmental safety regulations, infection control standards, quality assurance, ADA standards and HIPAA regulations. Acts as a liaison and team member by facilitating communication and coordination of care between patients, families, and health team members. Educates patients and families about endocrinology related information. Develops, maintains and provides education resources for the non-diabetic endocrine patient. Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions Normal office environment Exposure to blood-borne pathogens Requires protective devices Patient care setting Direct patient care setting Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table Typically standing or walking Typically bending, crouching, stooping Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less) Equipment Office equipment Clinical/diagnostic equipment Required Qualifications Graduate of an accredited nursing program with two years of nursing experience. Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, in accordance with the Compact Act. Basic Life Support Certification (or obtain within one month of employment). Registered Nurse – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation; Registered Nurse – Missouri Division of Professional Registration. Preferred Qualifications Experience in pediatrics and endocrinology/diabetes medicine. Ability to attend conferences to gain up-to-date knowledge on endocrine and diabetes. Grade: S26 Salary Range: $60,800.00 – $105,700.00 per year Benefits Statement Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with 7% starting contributions. Wellness: wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more. Family: 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We have you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington University in St. Louis