Job Title & Specialty Area: PRN Care Coordinator

Department: Enterprise Care Management

Location: Dallas

Shift: Day

Job Type: Onsite

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:

Utilizing advanced nursing skills and knowledge, the Care Coordinator is responsible and accountable for coordinating care throughout the continuum of care for an assigned patient population. Care Coordination in the hospital and healthcare system is a collaborative practice model. In partnership with the patient, family, and other care givers, the Care Coordinator will work with the multidisciplinary team, Providers, Nurses, Social Workers, financial counselors, and other ancillary staff to actively facilitate those functions associated with moving the patient through the continuum of care. This role will support the continuity of care across the continuum by advocating for the needs of the patient and family and working with identified care team members to promote access to care, facilitate communication and provide effective resource coordination during care transitions to ensure continuity, quality and closure of gaps in care. Identifies and implements initiatives and opportunities to improve processes.:

WORK EXPERIENCE

* At least 4 years Pediatric nursing, Case Management, Care Management, Care Coordination, Utilization Review, or Community-based nursing required

EDUCATION

* Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience required

* Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Care Coordinators must have a minimum of a BSN by December 31, 2023. Effective 10/1/2020, new employees in this position must have a BSN at time of hire required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

* Registered Nurse in the State of Texas Upon Hire required

* Accredited Case Manager (ACM) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Care Coordination and Transition Management (CCTM) Upon Hire preferred

* Effective 7/1/2023, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Upon Hire required

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits - How We'll Care for You:

* Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.

* 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

* Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

* Caregiver Leave

* Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement