POSITION SUMMARY: The Lung Nodule Coordinator leads and facilitates the development, implementation, and ongoing adherence to identifying and treating lung nodule patient populations. The Lung Nodule Coordinator works under the supervision of the Director of Pulmonology, Clinic Manager, Pulmonary Specialists, and Cardiothoracic Surgeons. This position develops systems of care that monitor patient progress and promote early intervention. Work effectively with other healthcare team members to optimize interventions and manage community outreach to promote disease awareness and the offerings of the specific clinic focus. The Lung Nodule Coordination will manage the utilization and practice metrics to refine the delivery of care model to maximize clinical, quality, and fiscal outcomes. The RN Coordinator also ensures these programs adhere to the mission and vision of CSV.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an ADN, BSN, or MSN degree
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Hold a valid NM RN license. Current BLS certification; ACLS within 6 months
SKILLS:
Excellent reading, writing, and editing skills in English
Familiarity with Epic and ability to effectively evaluate medical records
Must be able to understand graphical displays of data
Strong organizational skills
Must be self-directed
Excellent telephone and communication skills
Ability to articulate information or data to multiple audiences with varying levels of knowledge and expertise
Demonstrate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of nursing experience in a critical care setting or RN level experience for the related specialty; One (1) to two (2) years of Quality Improvement experience desired.
NATURE OF SUPERVISION:
-Responsible to: Pulmonary Clinic Manager
ENVIRONMENT:
- Bloodborne pathogen
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to move around the hospital to all units/departments; requires close work, good vision, and fine motor dexterity.
CHRISTUS HEALTH is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of almost more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS operates in 6 U.S. states, Colombia, Chile and 6 states in Mexico. To support our health care ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on medical staffs who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.