Ambulatory Nurse Coordinator (RN) Orthopedics - Relocation Offered!
MedStar Health | Washington, DC, US, 20010Posted 3 days ago
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Description
General Summary of Position
Are you an experienced nurse looking for a unique and
rewarding opportunity? MedStar Health is seeking a dedicated and visionary Ambulatory
Nurse Coordinator to join our Physician Services-Ortho team. As a member of the Division of Nursing's
(DON), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of patient care in
this specialized ambulatory field.
Position Overview
The Ambulatory Nurse Coordinator will coordinate the
operations of designated ambulatory practice(s) associates. They will supervise
clinical and support staff, provide direct patient care and assist physicians
with patient care. The Ambulatory Nurse Coordinator will develop, implement,
and maintain operational policies and procedures in consultation with
physicians and administrative director.
Key Responsibilities
Develops goal/objectives for the work group to contribute
to the achievement of the MWHC business strategy. Addresses roadblocks to
achieving established goals and objectives.
Coordinates the day-to-day patient flow of designated
ambulatory practices. Adjusts schedules/patient appointments to meet changing
priorities due to severity of patients’ needs. Works with physicians and staff
to minimize patient wait time.
Supervises clinical and support staff. Establishes work
schedules, makes daily assignments, delegates, and assigns
duties/responsibilities. Interviews, hires, evaluates performance, promotes,
and disciplines staff in conjunction with the Medical and Administrative
Director.
Monitors and controls the unit’s budget in consultation
with the physicians and the Administrative Director. Forecasts activities and
costs. Procures and manages unit equipment, instrumentation, supplies, etc.
Evaluates and recommends new equipment and instruments.
Why Join Us
Work with a highly skilled, motivated, and committed team
of professionals dedicated to excellence.
Embrace a patient-centered approach and engage in
multi-disciplinary collaboration.
Competitive Comprehensive Benefit Plan.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
Active DC RN License
3 or more years of progressively more responsible job-related nursing and medical
office practice experience, preferably in
a multiple physician practice
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
If you are ready to make a significant impact on patient
care and work in a cutting-edge environment, we invite you to apply for the Ambulatory
Nurse Coordinator position at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Join us in
our mission to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our
communities.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
Experience
- 3 or more years of progressively more responsible job related nursing and medical office practice experience, preferably in a multiple physician practice required
Licenses and Certifications
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia required
- BLS - Basic Life Support required
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
- Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
- Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
- Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
- More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.