Job Description
LOCATION: Baylor All Saints Medical Center, Fort Worth, Texas
SPECIALTY/DEPARTMENT: Heart & Lung Clinic
SHIFT/SCHEDULE: Full time days, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; no weekends or holidays and no on-call
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what s right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
- Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
- Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Job Summary
The Congestive Heart Failure Nurse Coordinator specializes in managing heart failure for patients in and out of the hospital. They create and implement health strategies to promote wellness in congestive heart failure patients. They work closely with healthcare providers to assess and address the self-care and education needs of patients and families. Additionally, they provide different resources for learning.
Essential Functions of the Role
- You will oversee care for patients with various needs, including mental, physical, and social areas. Your job involves coordinating care plans after discharging patients, working closely with referring doctors on medications and risks.
- Reviewing financial and outcome data for heart failure patients to improve healthcare delivery.
- Managing program policies, protocols, and data. Helping with selections on CHF nursing role scope.
- Leading projects, giving input on clinical outcomes and financial indicators, and analyzing the effects of practices and environment.
- Partnering with management to address any clinical or professional issues.
- Partnering with educators and managers to create a supportive learning environment.
Key Success Factors
- Familiarity with patient care coordination, resource allocation, and usage management is beneficial.
- Skills in patient care coordination and assessment are necessary.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities are imperative.
- Capable of closely monitoring, evaluating, and documenting patient progress in conjunction with a care plan.
- Efficient in facilitating patient access to community resources.
- Capable of fostering collective relationships with both internal medical staff, external medical professionals, partners and organizations.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
Qualifications
- Applicants must hold a bachelor s degree or higher in Nursing.
- A minimum of (3) three years experience in a clinical setting is required.
- All applicants must hold a current registration as a Registered Nurse.