Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Intake Team

Summary of Job Duties

Make a Difference Every Day as a Clinical Coordinator/RN. Join the UAMS Kids First team and play a vital role in connecting children with the clinical care and support they need to thrive. As a Clinical Coordinator/RN, you'll be an essential member of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to providing high-quality clinical nursing care to children enrolled in UAMS Kids First clinics. This position is part of the Intake Team within the Administrative Offices.

Responsibilities

• Implements the nursing process to manage patient care problems of a complex and changing nature as demonstrated by documentation and observation.
• Assumes accountability and responsibility for all aspects of care for assigned group of patients, with respect for developmental level and age-specific issues.
• Administers medications, treatments, and performs procedures according to UAMS and Kids First policies.
• Evaluates children to identify signs of illness or injury and intervenes appropriately.
• Documents growth, nutrition, and health data, and evaluates for trends.
• Coordinates and completes nursing intake/health assessment history and ongoing nursing assessments to monitor progress at established intervals.
• Maintains current and accurate records and ensures confidentiality.
• Demonstrates objective and family centered communication in documentation.
• Actively works with referral sources to coordinate care and communicate progress.
• Collaborates with Medical Director, Director of Nursing, Registered Dietitian, Primary Care Physicians, Subspecialty Providers, UAMS resources and others to inform, implement, and revise plan of care as needed.
• Develops and maintains close working relationships with clinic Director, Medical Director, Director of Nursing, and other clinic team members.
• Encourages families to take an active role in supporting their child's development using principles of Family Centered Care.
• Engages families as part of the treatment team.
• Models positive communication.
• May temporarily assume the duties of the Clinic Director in their absence.
• Supports the academic model of Kids First by participating in the training of students.
• Teaching/learning needs of patients and families are identified, addressed, and documented.
• Provides learning activities, including CPR classes, and acts as a resource for staff in the areas of health, safety, and infection control.
• Assumes responsibility for acquiring knowledge and experience to meet professional goals.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing PLUS two (2) years RN experience
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arkansas
• Current CPR instructor status or obtained within six months of hire date

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors in Nursing