Registered Nurse Care Coordinator - Primary Care

Job Description

Unlock Your Career Potential at Dumfries Health Center!

Are you a Registered Nurse with a passion for exceptional patient care? Spectrum Healthcare Resources presents an outstanding opportunity for a Registered Nurse to work as a Care Coordinator in our Primary Care Unit at Dumfries Health Center in Dumfries, VA.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Elevated Practice Environment: Join our high-level, state-of-the-art clinical staff where patients can enjoy compassionate, safe, and effective behavioral healthcare treatment.
• Skills Enhancement: Perfect for Registered Nurses with at least two years of experience. This role provides a platform to hone your nursing skills.

Highlights:

• Work/Life Balance: Schedule Mon-Fri 8-4:30pm EST and may work an occassional Saturday
• Seamless Operations: Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs, prioritize care, complete daily assignments, and monthly schedules, assist with triaging patients over the phone.
• Healthcare Excellence: Thrive in an outpatient environment where your primary focus is ensuring the well-being of our patients.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a complete benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K options, all tailored to support your holistic well-being.
• Employee Status: Embrace the stability of employee status and the array of benefits that come with it.

Position Responsibilities:

• Able to perform a wide variety of nursing functions, requiring broad knowledge of many nursing specialties to include medical, surgical, obstetrical, gynecological, pediatric and psychiatric.      Assesses health care needs for family members of active duty and retired military members of all ages. Triage patients, eliciting needed information to determine the nature and urgency of health problems. Evaluated patients, directs patients to the appropriate level of care and provides pertinent patient education.
• Facilitates telephone communication between health care providers and patients. Provides telephonic nursing advice as appropriate.
• Assist with clinic procedures and is resource person for nursing procedures and technical guidance. Collaborates and plans for comprehensive health care with other healthcare team members.
• Functions as resource person and facilitate for patients, helps acquaint patient with available community resources, ensure continuity of care and coordination of patient services.
• Assists nursing staff in performance of basic nursing care procedures. Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care through patient follow-up, chart review and discussion with fellow professionals.
• Provides professional nursing care to all eligible beneficiaries, and provides health information and referral to other appropriate community services. Performs comprehensive nursing care to include the following: screens and triages the patients according to acuity and /or the communicable nature of the illness and uses professional knowledge and judgment to determine which patients require the physician’s immediate attention and in which order the others should be seen by the physician. Performs initial assessment, history taking and evaluation of patient’s condition, i.e. emergency or routine. Performs partial physical exam, which may include temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, weight and height, throat culture, neurological assessment, respiratory assessment lung sounds, and vision test. Assesses psychological behavior/development level.
• Set up equipment and instruments and assist health care providers in examinations and procedures, as specified in clinic policies. Prepares patients for examinations and assists during examinations. Monitor’s patient’s physical and emotional status during and after procedure. Ensures appropriate clinical record documentation is accomplished. Obtains specimens and performs procedures i.e. venipuncture, catheterization, intravenous fluid administration, wound care, ear irrigations, etc.
• Assist with ongoing inspection of patient care areas to insure comfortable, orderly, clean and safe environment for patients and staff. Assists with the following: Cleaning of instruments used for procedures; cleaning of rooms post exam procedure; removal and disposal of soiled and contaminated material/disinfecting area, changing linen; washing and assembling of instruments for sterilization; replenishing supplies and equipment as needed; checking expiration dates; performing general maintenance duties/cleaning utility rooms.

Your Qualifications:

• Shall have completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university; and/or graduate of an accredited National League of Nursing (NLN) School.
• Have and maintain a current and valid state license (with no limitations, stipulations, or pending adverse actions) to practice as a Registered Nurse in one of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
• Two years related nursing experience required and pediatrics experience preferred.
• Have and maintain current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Shall be able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate with patients and other staff members.
• Have knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry, and automated records.

This isn't just a job; it's a chance to be part of an innovative, patient-centric healthcare team that values your skills and dedication. Join us at Dumfries Health Center and embark on a rewarding journey toward professional growth and fulfillment.

Ready to seize this opportunity? Apply today, and let your career soar with Spectrum Healthcare Resources! Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference in patients' lives and advance your career in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join us at Dumfries Health Center and be a part of something truly exceptional.

About Prince William County, Virginia:

Located just over 30 miles southwest of Washington D.C., Prince William County offers a vibrant and sought-after community enriched with natural beauty and historical significance. Residents and visitors can enjoy a myriad of attractions and activities, including:

• Play a round at Potomac Shores Golf Club, voted one of the top ten golf courses in the U.S 
• Step back in time and visit one of the many historical sites to learn more about the history of our great Nation 
• Get outside and explore beautiful outdoor spaces, state parks, and waterways. Hike, bike, kayak, fish, horseback ride, and more
• Take a day trip to D.C., Richmond, or beautiful Lake Anna

Company Overview:

At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission. 

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