What are the responsibilities and job description for the OP Nurse Coordinator I position at UPMC?
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30 pm
Occasional travel will be required to Children's North Satellite location at 2599 Wexford Bayne Road, Sewickley, PA. Both locations offer free on-site parking!
UPMC offers a robust career ladder - title and rate of pay will be based on education and experience.
The Outpatient Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse is a member of the care delivery team that is responsible for the care of the patient in a global view, accountable for multiple aspects of the patient care package even when patient contact is minimized. The Outpatient Nurse Coordinator uses independent judgment and continued communication with the patient, family, physician and community resources to assist the patient in attaining a measure of outpatient health. The Outpatient Nurse Coordinator a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.
Responsibilities:
- Actively engages in shared governance, quality improvement, change initiatives, and regulatory readiness.
- Provides leadership, supervision, mentorship, and serves as a key resource for staff, students, and the care team.
- Delivers holistic, coordinated, patient‑centered care, including assessment, triage, education, follow‑up, and care‑plan development.
- Communicates effectively, advocates for patients, and ensures accurate, comprehensive documentation.
- Builds positive, culturally sensitive relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary partners.
- Applies strong critical thinking, clinical judgment, and problem‑solving skills in complex environments.
- Maintains professionalism through safe work practices, healthy balance, and accountability for workplace safety.
- Uses evidence‑based practice to guide improvements and enhance patient satisfaction.
Supports learning, fosters open dialogue, and contributes to a culture of continuous growth.