RN Care Coordinator - Denver Health Medical Plan (* Must Live In Colorado *)

We are recruiting for a motivated RN Care Coordinator - Denver Health Medical Plan (* Must Live In Colorado *) to join our team! We are here for lifes journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Managed Care Administration * Must Live In Colorado * Job Summary Under general supervision, the RN Hospital Care Coordinator is responsible for facilitating and coordinating the care delivered to an assigned group of patients through multidisciplinary and patient/family collaboration to ensure quality and cost-effective outcomes are delivered within appropriate care coordination parameters. Coordination involves assessment, planning, support, and evaluation of patient care and related outcomes. Activities to be performed are facilitation of appropriate status and level of care, screening for high risk and transition of care needs, interviews with patient/family, progression of care facilitation with the healthcare team. The Care Coordinator is an active contributor in the development of systems (e.g., care maps, clinical paths) to improve the care of assigned patient populations. Essential Functions: Implement evidence-based plan with patient in coordination with healthcare team. Develop, modify patient care and treatment plans as indicated by patients responses and conditions. Provide safe, appropriate nursing care and patient education in an ambulatory clinic setting. Safely administer medications and treatments as ordered, according to policy. (10%) Nursing Assessment Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient situation. Assess the needs of individuals, families and/or communities to identify potential health or safety problems. Communicates findings to patient and appropriate healthcare team members. Data maybe collected as the result of a face to face, video, or telephone encounter. (10%) Partners with patient and inter-professional healthcare team to review assessment and plan measurable goals and outcomes and strategies for achievement. Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. Advocates for patients and family in accordance with ANA code ethics and professional practice standards. (10%) Support interdisciplinary healthcare team through supervision, education, and training of other clinic team members including medical assistants, educators and care navigators. The ACS RN is key participant in the health care team providing problem solving, escalation of patient care issues, outreach to patients and families, and coordination of services and care activities within the clinic setting and the community (10%) Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records. (10%) Prepare patients for, and assist with examinations and treatments (25%) Nursing Diagnosis analyze assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. (10%) Direct and supervise less skilled nursing/health care personnel (5%) Promote positive patient experience (10%) Education: Associate's Degree Completion of a nursing education program that satisfied the licensing requirements of the Colorado State Board of Nursing for Registered Nurses required Work Experience: 1-3 years of clinical experience in a hospital, acute care, home health/hospice, direct care or case management required AND 1-3 years of experience in care coordination or case management required Licenses: RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge and understanding of case management/coordination of care principles, programs, and processes in either a hospital or outpatient healthcare environment required. Effective problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze complex situations, draw conclusions and implement actions appropriately and efficiently. Evidence of leadership, creativity, integrity, and initiative required. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Experience with windows-based computer programs and ability to use computer for data analysis and data display required; must be able to type 35 words/minute. Shift Days (United States of America) Work Type Regular Salary $84,968.00 - $131,705.60 / yr Benefits Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer Our Values Respect Belonging Accountability Transparency All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denvers 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation. As Colorados primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. Denver Health was founded as City Hospital in 1860 to serve the health care needs of the rapidly developing city of Denver. Since then, we have grown alongside the community to become a complete health care system, proudly providing care for all residents -- at every point in their lives. We believe healthy people are the foundation of a vibrant community, and Denver Health has been treating and healing the people of Denver for more than 160 years. Today, Denver Health delivers preventive, primary and acute care services. We are committed to making our community a healthy place to live, work and raise a family. Youll see that commitment in the programs we offer, through the care we provide and in our determination to achieve continuous improvement so our community always has the best care available. As a comprehensive, integrated organization, we provide hospital and emergency care to the public, regardless of ability to pay. This integration promotes continuity of care for each patient and assures health care that is delivered in the most efficient, cost-effective setting. We care for: thirty-three percent of Denver's population annually; Denver Health sees nearly 1,200,000 total patient visits annually. one in three Denver-area children each year. the needs of special populations such as the poor, uninsured, pregnant teens, persons addicted to alcohol and other substances, victims of violence and the homeless. As Colorado's primary safety-net institution, Denver Health has provided uncompensated care and serves as a model for other safety net institutions across the nation.