RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Orthopedic Surgery

Scheduled Hours

Position Summary

The Orthopedic Spine nurse coordinator is an integral member of the interdisciplinary Orthopedic Spine team, and works in the outpatient clinical setting in the West County Area of St.

Louis. Washington University Orthopedics Spine Surgery Clinical Care is delivered Monday through Friday. The nurse coordinator facilitates the multidisciplinary care of spine patients from adolescence through adulthood with the goals of exceptional care, patient experience, and clinical outcomes.

The Spine nurse coordinator improves patient preparedness for treatment through education, review of clinical needs, and support while also facilitating interaction between patients, their physician team, and referrals as appropriate.

The Spine nurse coordinator works with the Spine leadership and physician teams to ensure patients are receiving comprehensive care while improving access and throughput.

We are committed to delivering compassionate and patient-centered care to our community daily. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as a family on a day-to-day basis.

We are looking for a future caregiver to take on the role of a Registered Nurse within our world-class team of caregivers.

Within this role, you will provide direct nursing care by established policies, procedures, and protocols of Washington University Orthopedics.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; completes health history and physical examination on patients;

conveys findings to physician.

• Coordinates patient care, orders diagnostic tests, conveys findings to physician, attends inpatient rounds, coordinates patient appointments and assists with referrals to outside sources.
• Assists physician and provides support with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Performs a variety of nursing administrative duties, including compliance with environmental safety regulations, infection control standards and quality assurance.
• Acts as liaison and team leader by facilitating communication and coordination of care between patients, families and health team members;

explains routines and procedures to patients and coordinates patient care information to appropriate sources.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of techniques and methodologies used in developing, coordinating and managing clinical research projects.
• Working knowledge of database management, spreadsheet and statistical analysis software.

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, depending on location, in accordance with the Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support Certification or obtains certification within one month of employment. Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.

Grade

Salary Range

$60,800.00 - $105,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.

edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position.

The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure / certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and / or governmental registry checks.

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays / coinsurance.
• Want to Live Near Your Work and / or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

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

We offer 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've got 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 :

EEO / AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups.

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, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment - fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.