Job Title & Specialty Area: Oncology Care Coordinator Department: Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders (CCBD) Outpatient Location: Children's Health Dallas Shift: Days Job Type: ( Hybrid) Why Children's Health? At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all. Summary: This nurse will join the Oncology Nurse Coordinator team in the Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders Clinic. Responsibilities of the nurse coordinator involve having a designated patient load and working closely with a designated team of physicians and APPs. You will coordinate patient education and ongoing plan of care throughout their course of treatment including but not limited to insurance authorization for home medications and other aspects of outpatient care Responsibilities: * Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating patient care. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation and through critical thinking and clinical decision making, develop an appropriate plan of care for the patient, with the aim of promoting comfort. * Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations. * Oversees care delivered by patient care team; coordinates plan of care. * Provides education and facilitates learning for patients, families, and patient care team in a way that demonstrates a sensitivity to recognize, appreciate, and incorporate differences related to diversity. * Collaborates with physicians, families and other healthcare professionals to assist in developing and implementing an appropriate plan of care in a way that promotes/encourages each person's contributions towards achieving the best patient outcomes. Other information: WORK EXPERIENCE * At least 1 year registered nursing experience is required upon hire. EDUCATION * BSN required. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS * Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas Req * Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements Req * PALS/NRP/ACLS (Department specific requirements - see addendum) Req * Effective April 20, 2020, new employees must obtain PACES certification within 6 months of hire and existing employees must obtain PACES certification upon expiration of their PEARS certification (no later than April 20, 2022). (Department specific requirement - see addendum) Req A Place Where You Belong We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute. Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You: · Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years. · 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure · Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks) · Caregiver Leave · Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.
Job Title & Specialty Area: Care Coordinator (RN) Department: Enterprise Care Management Location: Children's Health- Dallas Shift: Full-time; Monday through Friday Job Type: Onsite Why Children’s Health? At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all. Summary : Utilizing advanced nursing skills and knowledge, the Care Coordinator is responsible and accountable for coordinating care throughout the continuum of care for an assigned patient population. Care Coordination in the hospital and healthcare system is a collaborative practice model. In partnership with the patient, family, and other care givers, the Care Coordinator will work with the multidisciplinary team, Providers, Nurses, Social Workers, financial counselors, and other ancillary staff to actively facilitate those functions associated with moving the patient through the continuum of care. This role will support the continuity of care across the continuum by advocating for the needs of the patient and family and working with identified care team members to promote access to care, facilitate communication and provide effective resource coordination during care transitions to ensure continuity, quality and closure of gaps in care. Identifies and implements initiatives and opportunities to improve processes. Responsibilities: * Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating patient care. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence-based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation and through critical thinking and clinical decision making, develop an appropriate plan of care for the patient, with the aim of promoting best outcomes. * Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations. * Oversees care delivered by patient care team, coordinates plan of care. * Provides education and facilitates learning for patients, families, and patient care team in a way that demonstrates a sensitivity to recognize, appreciate, and incorporate differences related to diversity. * Collaborates with physicians, families and other healthcare professionals to assist in developing and implementing an appropriate plan of care in a way that promotes/encourages each person's contributions towards achieving the best patient outcomes. * Advocates for the patient, represents the concerns of the patient/family and identifies and assists in resolving ethical and clinical concerns. * Will deliver care with a team-orientation, an emphasis on good customer relations, sound clinical judgment and appropriate decision-making abilities that take into consideration evidence-based practice. * Continuously inquiries about the condition of the patient through the ongoing process of questioning and evaluating the situation and implements treatment changes, if necessary, through collaboration with the health care team, inclusive of the patient and family. * Maintains a body of knowledge and tools that allow the nurse to manage whatever environmental and system resources exist for the patient/family, within or across healthcare and non-healthcare systems. Care Coordination / Disease Management: * Completes and analyzes comprehensive assessment with patient intake * Treatment plan coordination and management to include payors, supplies and equipment, medications, in-house services, other healthcare facilities and community resources/entities * Collaborates with the health care team on the plan of care, referrals and ongoing needs of the patients * Ensures consults, testing and procedures are sequenced in a manner that is appropriate to the patient's clinical condition and supports timely and efficient care delivery. Intervenes, resolves or escalates where barriers to service exist * Utilize disease-specific clinical pathways to ensure effective clinical / disease management * Assess the educational needs of patients, families, and caregivers taking into consideration barriers to care (e.g., literacy, language, cultural influences, comorbidities) * Ensure that education regarding the clinical / disease process has been provided by the health care team * Coach patients/families toward lifestyle changes and successful self-management of their chronic disease * Demonstrate customer-focused interpersonal skills, utilizing problem-solving processes and critical thinking * Facilitates communication and coordination of the plan of care with the Providers and the health care team * Involvement in the development of strategies and plans to maximize the most appropriate use of services in the assigned areas Resource Management: * After considering the relevant, evidence-based clinical information, support and advise patients, families and the organization in the care options that are most cost-effective * Navigate payor benefits and assist patients and families in understanding insurance plan benefits and financial impact with transition management and discharge planning * Understand impact on the organization and utilize knowledge of Diagnosis Related Groupings and estimated length of stay as guides when developing discharge plans * Understand the negative impact of readmissions on the patient and the health care system, and engage in review of root cause and implementing strategies to prevent readmission Discharge Planning / Transition Management: * Identifies and addresses actual and potential barriers in service or treatment and works with the appropriate resources across the continuum of care * Evaluates with the team, the patient's response to pharmacological and therapeutic treatment regimens * Works with multidisciplinary staff to ensure patient / family has received appropriate information and education prior to transition to the next level of care * Identify and solve problems related to discharge needs; implement a plan of care and coordinate a safe and timely discharge * Ensure / maintain plan consensus from patient / family, healthcare team and payor * Advocate, mediate and negotiate to formulate a cohesive plan for maintaining or enhancing patient's health status and moving the patient safely to the next level of care Communication: * Communicate and resolve conflicts with Providers, health care team members, community agencies, clients and families with diverse opinions, values, and religious/cultural ideals * Build therapeutic and trusting relationships with patients, families and caregivers through effective communication and listening skills * Continually communicate with patients and families, Providers, multidisciplinary team members and payors to facilitate coordination of clinical activities and to enhance the effect of a seamless transition from one level of care to another across the continuum * Managing Key Performance Indicators (as defined by the hiring manager): * Works to improve quality through reduction in treatment delays, use of clinical pathways and monitoring of quality indicators * Provide ongoing consultation and training to medical staff and other healthcare professionals on discharge and home care issues; participate in process improvement activities; identify barriers in service delivery systems and develop a process for improvement * Increase quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction while managing cost of care for targeted population * Collects, completes and submits statistical data in a timely manner * Professional Development: * Remain current in EMTALA and regulatory requirements * Stay abreast of payor guidelines and standards * Stay abreast of community resources available to facilitate safe patient transitions of care * Remain current on clinical advancements related to primary patient population * Proactively seek to understand areas/roles outside of immediate area/role within the department * Community involvement and advocacy participate in health fairs, appropriate professional organizations and educational speaking WORK EXPERIENCE * At least 4 years Pediatric nursing, Case Management, Care Management, Care Coordination, Utilization Review, or Community-based nursing required EDUCATION * Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience BSN required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS * Registered Nurse in the State of Texas Upon Hire required * Accredited Case Manager (ACM) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Care Coordination and Transition Management (CCTM) Upon Hire preferred * Effective 7/1/2023, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required A Place Where You Belong We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute. Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You: · Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years. · 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure · Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks) · Caregiver Leave · Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.
Job Title & Specialty Area: NICU Seasonal Commit 16 week RN Department: Critical Care - Neonatal Intensive Care Location: Dallas Campus Shift: 3 (12 hour) shifts; 7a - 7p and 7p-7a shifts available Job Type: On-Site The PRN Commit program is a staffing plan to address seasonal surges in patient volumes. Individuals will be expected to commit to a 16-week assignment; opportunities to extend may be available based on patient volumes and staffing need. This is an as needed position; to ensure the best coverage during our season surges, external new hires should be available for 3 shifts per week. A completion payout is also available to be paid at the end of each 16-week assignment block. Why Children’s Health? At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all. Summary: Independently performs the functions of a registered nurse in direct patient care. Utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care. Also works in collaboration with other health care professionals to provide a comprehensive plan of care to meet the patient/family needs. Responsibilities: * Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating patient care. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence-based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation and through critical thinking and clinical decision making, develop an appropriate plan of care for the patient, with the aim of promoting comfort. * Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations. * Oversees care delivered by patient care team; coordinates plan of care. * Provides education and facilitates learning for patients, families, and patient care team in a way that demonstrates a sensitivity to recognize, appreciate, and incorporate differences related to diversity. * Collaborates with physicians, families and other healthcare professionals to assist in developing and implementing an appropriate plan of care in a way that promotes/encourages each person's contributions towards achieving the best patient outcomes. * Advocates for the patient, represents the concerns of the patient/family and identifies and assists in resolving ethical and clinical concerns. * Accurately & thoroughly document all patient encounters in EPIC. * Ensure that Patient Health Information (PHI) is protected and secured at all times. * Adhere to all infection prevention initiatives (i.e., hand hygiene, proper disposal of waste, etc.) * Deliver competent and skilled care to patients and families according to their identified needs. * Will deliver care with a team-orientation, an emphasis on good customer relations, sound clinical judgment and appropriate decision-making abilities that take into consideration evidence-based practice. * Continuously inquiries about the condition of the patient through the ongoing process of questioning and evaluating the situation and implements treatment changes, if necessary, through collaboration with the health care team, inclusive of the patient and family. * Maintains a body of knowledge and tools that allow the nurse to manage whatever environmental and system resources exist for the patient/family, within or across healthcare and non-healthcare systems. How You’ll Be Successful: WORK EXPERIENCE * At least 2-3 years job NICU experience Required EDUCATION * Four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS * Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas Required * Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course * Requirements Required * PALS/NRP/ACLS (Department specific requirements - see addendum) Required A Place Where You Belong We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute. Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You: · Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years. · 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure · Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks) · Caregiver Leave · Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.
Job Title & Specialty Area: Registered Nurse Department: Cardiology ICU D3 Location: Dallas, TX Shift: Night Job Type: On-Site Why Children's Health? At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all. Summary: Independently performs the functions of a registered nurse in direct patient care. Utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care. Also works in collaboration with other health care professionals to provide a comprehensive plan of care to meet the patient/family needs. Critical care settings are defined as intensive care units and/or emergency department. Responsibilities: * Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating patient care. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation and through critical thinking and clinical decision making, develop an appropriate plan of care for the patient, with the aim of promoting comfort. * Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations. * Oversees care delivered by patient care team; coordinates plan of care. * Provides education and facilitates learning for patients, families, and patient care team in a way that demonstrates a sensitivity to recognize, appreciate, and incorporate differences related to diversity. * Collaborates with physicians, families and other healthcare professionals to assist in developing and implementing an appropriate plan of care in a way that promotes/encourages each person's contributions towards achieving the best patient outcomes. WORK EXPERIENCE * At least 1 year Registered Nurse experience in Cardiology ICU required EDUCATION * Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience BSN required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS * Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas Upon Hire required * Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required * PALS/NRP/ACLS (Department specific requirements - see addendum) required * PACES certification (Department specific requirements - see addendum) 180 Days required A Place Where You Belong We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute. Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You: · Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years. · 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure · Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks) · Caregiver Leave · Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.
Job Title & Specialty Area: Registered Nurse Cardiac Cath Lab Department: Cardiology Cath Lab Location: Dallas, TX Shift: 10 hours shift with rotating day offs. 06:45-15:15 Job Type: On-Site Why Children's Health? At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all. Summary: Independently performs the functions of a cath lab registered nurse in direct patient care in the cath lab and other critical care areas. Utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care. It also works in collaboration with other healthcare professionals to provide a comprehensive plan of care to meet the patient/family needs. Cath lab nurses are critical care nurses who work in a high-stakes environment. They must be able to problem solve, handle emergent situations, and manage stress. Responsibilities: * Cardiac Cath Lab RN is responsible for functioning in all 3 roles in the Cath lab (circulating nurse, nurse scrub, recorder) * Circulating nurse: patient assessment and preparation, patient safety and monitoring, environmental control, medication management in conjunction with anesthesia provider, patient transfer and recovery, quality compliance, interdisciplinary collaboration, emergency preparedness. These duties must be performed using clinical knowledge, technical skills and professional judgement in accordance with professional and departmental standards and protocol. * Cath lab RNs are responsible for assisting physicians with access in Cardiac MRI during hybrid procedures and complex diagnostic procedures. * Recorder duties include responsibility for recording hemodynamic data, physiological data, procedural details and assists team with real time data interpretation. * Electrophysiology RN duties include managing pacemaker devices throughout the system, providing pacemaker education to patients and families and troubleshooting permanent and temporary devices in both inpatient critical care units and outpatient clinics. Also responsible for managing devices in radiology diagnostic areas. WORK EXPERIENCE * At least 1 year Critical Care required * At least 1 year Cath lab/EP preferred EDUCATION * Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience required * Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred * All bedside nurses whose jobs include 50% or more direct patient care must have a minimum of a BSN by July 1, 2021. Effective 12/1/2019, new employees in this job must have a BSN at time of hire. * All registered nurses acquired via merger/acquisition must have a BSN within 2 years from the effective date of the transaction, except RNs at Pediatric Heart Specialists at Houston, who must have BSN no later than 7/1/2022 required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS * Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas Upon Hire required * Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required * PALS (Department specific requirements-see addendum) required * NRP/ACLS preferred A Place Where You Belong We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute. Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You: · Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years. · 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure · Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks) · Caregiver Leave · Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.
