RN - Registered Nurse Coordinator - Primary Care

Job Summary As one of the Top 8 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems in Becker’s Hospital Review, we’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact. Join us as an RN Coordinator at Geisinger’s Healthplex Woodbine to strengthen that impact. Job Duties A typical schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours weekly, from 8 am to 4:30 pm. At least two (2) years of RN work experience is required. Previous Med/Surg, Medical / Surgical hospital RN experience is helpful and preferred for success in the role. Qualifications Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Nursing (Required) or Bachelor’s Degree‑Nursing (Preferred). Minimum of 2 years nursing experience. Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) – RN State of Pennsylvania. Basic Life Support Certification (default issuing body). Knowledge of disease management, risk stratification, EPIC documentation, laboratory coordination, IV management, medication and vaccine administration. Strong communication, patient education, and interdisciplinary teamwork skills. Responsibilities Serve in an expanded nursing role in an interdisciplinary team to promote preventative patient care, offer screening services, and coordinate disease management services while providing primary clinical support. Assist clinic team with triage of in‑basket messaging and management of patient interaction with the clinic, identifying patient needs, intervention pathways, clinical guidelines, and diagnostic tests to develop individualized plans of care. Assess the healthcare, educational, and psychosocial needs of the patient and family and involve them in establishing a treatment plan based on realistic goals and interventions. Investigate healthcare options and facilitate communication among the patient, primary care provider, and other members of the healthcare team to eliminate barriers and identify interventions for treatment. Apply age‑appropriate learning principles to educate patients, family, and other health‑care members on care coordination, disease, and case‑management programs and outcomes. Serve as a resource to patients, families, and other healthcare team members regarding disease management. Implement clinical interventions based on risk stratification and evidence‑based clinical guidelines. Collaborate with primary care providers to enhance guideline adherence and promote best practice by initiating and adjusting therapies, providing follow‑up, and monitoring as needed. Coordinate laboratory and diagnostic tests for all disease‑management programs. Maintain required documentation in EPIC for all disease‑management activities. Collect and enter data and patient information according to department standards. Attend and participate in professional and nursing continuing education programs and exploit professional development opportunities. Review current literature regarding effective teaching/learning strategies and disease‑management strategies and incorporate appropriate techniques into practice. Maintain active involvement in post‑discharge transitions of care coordination. Assist leadership in the design, implementation, and evaluation of care coordination programs to support overall goals and strategic business strategies. Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and complete associated paperwork to expedite laboratory studies with maximum accuracy and efficiency. Insert, monitor, regulate, and discontinue IVs as required by provider and per scope of practice. Administer medications and vaccines, including intradermal and skin testing, under the direction of a provider and per scope of practice. Benefits Full benefits (health, dental, and vision) starting on day one. Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents. Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA). Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage. 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions. Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly. Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year. MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive. Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools and more. Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance. Our Purpose & Values Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS : We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE : We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING : We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION : We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY : We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. Equal Opportunity We are a proud affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr