Coordinates plan of care for patients through the continuum of care. Is involved in teaching of the patient and family and community. Acts as a consultant and resource person for staff. Is involved with development of clinical pathways and protocols related to care of patient.

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Clinical Excellence/Patient Care:

• Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient's electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes.
• Responsible for the development and ongoing coordination of care of the patient in the specific specialty.
• Develop, implement and evaluate standards of practice and care of the specialty patient population.
• Collaborate with physicians in the coordination of care of the patient.

Development and Patient Education:

• Serve as a resource to nursing staff as well as to other health care personnel involved in the care of the specific specialty.
• Function as collaborative resource in educating the patients, family and community regarding information relevant to health and wellness and illness prevention.
• Act as a consultant both within the institution and to outside agencies or groups.
• Share knowledge to facilitate the interdisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Consult with individuals, families, community agencies, or colleagues from associated disciplines or within nursing.
• Conduct or facilitate implementation of research studies, and translate research findings into nursing practice.

Employee Development:

• Be aware of what is happening in clinic/department and the organization by attending clinic/department meetings, reading emails and regularly checking information on the organization’s intranet site.
• Monitor environmental conditions in order to secure protected health information.
• Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.

• Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nurses.
• Valid RN license in the state(s) of practice, including eligibility under a NLC multistate license.
• Dual licensed positions must obtain and submit proof of dual licensure within 90 days of hire/transfer; proof of application is acceptable during this period.
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Requires clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to plan and evaluate patient care.
• Creative thinking; analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities; self-direction, theoretical implementation, and evaluation.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to direct others and to exercise judgment in problem situations.
• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.