RN Coordinator Medical Office Nursing - Rex Pulmonology Specialist

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others and at the same time love going to work every day? If so, Well Rex Pulmonary is the place for you.

We are seeking a RN with strong assessment, documentation, and clinical skills. A background in physician office setting is a plus.

Our office is located in Raleigh. The work hours are 40 hours / week M-F 8 : 00a-5 : 00p Our team is comprised of individuals that deliver exceptional patient care through positivity, compassion and teamwork.

UNC Rex offers opportunities for career advancement and provides an environment that is fun and family oriented. Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary :

Coordinate all clinical care within all clinics to maximize safety, patient and co-worker satisfaction and quality outcomes.

This position is eligible for a $10,000 commitment incentive paid out over 2 years.

Responsibilities :

1. Coordinates clinical assignments for each day and clinic to ensure optimal coverage, timely patient flow, and excellent patient care.

Identify opportunities to improve clinic flow. Works with Manager, Physicians, and APPs to provide a dynamic and user-friendly practice environment for all staff.

Ensures that care / service delivered to each patient is appropriate and in accordance with Physician orders, departmental policies, and with full consideration of patient safety needs.

Documents in patient care records.

2. Serves as a clinical and management resource for decision-making, problem solving and employee performance reviews. Serves as a liaison between staff, physicians and Manager.

Advises medical staff and Manager in matters related to patient care and operation of the department. Assists in addressing patient issues / complaints related to care / service received.

Serves as a point of contact between nurses, providers, and other team members. Delegates tasks to clinical, non-clinical, and volunteer staff as appropriate.

3. Assists in the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures. Ensures that clinical nursing staff is adhering to all applicable policies and procedures including JCAHO, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.

Establishes, maintains and evaluates protocols, policies and procedures in conjunction with physician staff and Manager.

Assists with the evaluation of quality of care / service provided. Identifies areas needing improvement and makes appropriate recommendations to address quality deficiencies.

4. Provides direct patient care maintaining current skills and competencies required of other Registered Nurses in the department.

Ensures patient care maintains the UNC REX Healthcare standard of excellence. Ensures clinic nurses are properly trained to perform clinic procedures and patient care.

5. Maintains adequate inventory of clinical supplies and equipment. Assists with adherence to the budget, cost containment and product selection.

6. Adheres to the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. Participates in performance improvement and quality improvement activities.

Recognizes, supports, and utilizes evidence based nursing practices.

7. Assists in the development and implementation of an orientation plan for new staff. In conjunction with Manager, prepares clinical staff time schedules, ensuring adequate staffing of the unit and provides assistance in covering staff absences.

Identifies, coordinates and conducts ongoing continuing education programs for the staff. Serves as lead for annual competency training.

Serves as a role model for other staff in the unit

8. Collaborates with physicians and APPs to customize their clinics, in order to meet the unique needs of their patient population.

Assists in the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures to reflect these standards. Ensures that clinical nursing staff is adhering to all applicable policies and procedures including including TJC, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.

Other Information

Other information :

Education Requirements :

Nursing Diploma, Associate Degree (ADN) or Bachelor's Degree (BSN).

Licensure / Certification Requirements :

BLS certification required. Licensed to practice as RN in North Carolina.

Professional Experience Requirements :

Two (2) years nursing experience with at least one (1) year in a medical office or outpatient setting. Prefer previous supervisory experience.

Knowledge / Skills / and Abilities Requirements :

Language Skills : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical information and technical procedures. Ability to document clinical information.

Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from patients, physicians, family members and other Rex staff.

Mathematical Skills : Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability : Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions.

Job Details

Legal Employer : NCHEALTH

Entity : UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit : Rex Pulmonology Specialist

Work Type : Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week : 40.00

Work Schedule : Day Job

Location of Job : US : NC : Raleigh

Exempt From Overtime : Exempt : No

Hiring Range : $29.98-$43.10. Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d / b / a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System.

This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities.

All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.

unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and / or to apply for a career opportunity.