I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responsible for the coordination of patient care throughout the continuum, in collaboration with healthcare providers and multidisciplinary care team, to provide quality, comprehensive services for assigned area(s).
• Serves as an advocate, educator and clinical resource for area(s) assigned.
• Serves as a liaison throughout the facility and in the community regarding services provided for this unique patient population.
• Coordinates all aspects of the perspective treatment plan regimen related to assigned area(s).
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Essential: finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, and speaking.
• Frequent: walking, standing, sitting.
• Occasional: lifting up to ½ pound, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods, stooping/bending, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, lifting and carrying usual weight of 1 pound up to 5 pounds, reaching above, at and below shoulder level, pushing and pulling up to 30 pounds.
• Infrequent: kneeling, pushing and pulling up to 35 pounds, horizontal, lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds, floor to waist up to 30 pounds, waist to shoulder up to 5 pounds, and bending.
• Operates computer, calculator, telephone, fax and printer.
• Operates various specialty equipment, i.e. machines, tools, etc. based on assignment.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
• Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.
• Work environment is fast paced due to multiple demands.
• Must flex hours to meet department needs, as needed.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
• Current Hawaii State license as a Registered Nurse.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Current certification in BLS/HCP.
B. EXPERIENCE:
• Two (2) years experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care and/or outpatient setting.
• Experience to demonstrate the following:
o Ability/skill in patient teaching.
o Ability to use electronic based medical records and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with spreadsheet applications, clinical databases and performance improvement activities preferred.
Assignment to Acute Hemodialysis:
• One (1) year case management experience highly desired.
• Prior dialysis experience preferred.
Assignment to Orthopedics:
• Prior orthopedic experience preferred.
Assignment to Wound Care:
• Two (2) years experience as a Registered Nurse must be in a wound care setting.
• Master’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current certification in Wound and Ostomy preferred.