Description
Registered Nurse (RN) Coordinator Cardiac Surgery Northern NJ Region FT DaysReq #:
Category:Ambulatory / Outpatient Nursing
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department:Cardio Thoracic O. R.
Location:
Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027
Job Overview:
First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.
At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care.
Qualifications:
Required:
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing with an Associates Degree or Diploma in Nursing
Minimum (2) two years experience in Cardiac Surgery/Cardiology Specialty
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Goal and outcome oriented
Proficient computer skills
Preferred:
BSN
Experience with insurance process/managed care and practice management
Certifications and Licenses Required:
Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement
BLS from the American Heart Association
Scheduling Requirements:
Day Shift 8a-6p
Full Time 37.5 hours per week
Monday Friday
Essential Functions:
Organizes, plans, coordinates the operational activities for case scheduling for the Department of Cardiac Surgery.
Monitors and schedules resources for providers who utilize the department.
Communicates and provides information for transfers, pre-authorizations, and resources needed for case load.
Acts as a liaison for the department and outside referrals. Provides support for clinical information systems.
Other Duties:
Communicates and plans for next day and weekly scheduled cases
Books cases with appropriate OR process at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
Initiates process for pre-authorizations and authorizations, provides initial coding for process
Produces daily and weekly reports and communication
Communicates to cardiac team new consults and transfers
Communicates coverage needs to anesthesia, OR, perfusion, PA's, cath lab, and physician needs for back-up cases
Maintains open lines of communications with referring physicians and appropriate office staff
Coordinates clinical conferences as needed
Assist with other department needs as necessary
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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