RN, Acute Dialysis Program Coordinator - Full-Time - Ukiah Valley

pAdventist Health Ukiah Valley has been deeply connected to the community we serve since 1956. We are comprised of a 50-bed acute care medical center, level IV trauma center, level II intensive care nursery services, extensive physical rehabilitation program, outpatient surgery and diagnostic center and advanced wound care center. Ukiah is a unique small town that charms you with its rich character, arts, vineyards and natural surroundings. Ukiah beckons you to explore all that the valley has to offer amidst our 300 days of sunshine each year. We are also conveniently located just two hours north of San Francisco and 45 minutes from the Pacific Coast./p pJob Summary:/p pDelivers coordinated nursing care to dialysis patients ensuring established standards of care. Supports the physician and interdisciplinary team in facilitating patient care with the underlying objective of enhancing quality of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. Coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and independent judgment./p pJob Requirements:/p div pEducation and Work Experience:/p ul liBachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred/li liMaster's Degree in Nursing, Clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner: Preferred/li liExperience in acute care nursing: Preferred/li liExperience in cardiovascular nursing. : Preferred/li liExperience in orthopedic case management: Preferred/li /ul /div div pLicenses/Certifications:/p ul liRegistered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required/li liCritical Care Registered Nurse Certification (CCRN): Preferred/li liCertification in case management and/or orthopedic nursing practice: Preferred/li /ul /div div pEssential Functions:/p ul liPerforms rounds with the Critical Care Unit and other Inpatient Care Units, as required. Conducts ongoing review and education on dialysis nursing care to staff including all shifts. Ensures elements of the Acute Dialysis program are in place and functioning appropriately. Acts as clinical resource to staff by providing in-services, validating dialysis-related competencies and advising management of training needs./li liCoordinates all disciplines involved in the care of patients to ensure appropriate, cost-effective and efficient progression through the system and continuity of care. Leads multidisciplinary team efforts to identify clinical problems and needs. Designs processes to implement and manage patient transitions through the system. Evaluates care to ensure desired patient outcomes. Works under minimal supervision./li liServes as the point-of-contact for the program to both internal/external customers and healthcare providers. Maintains and ensures continued success of the program by complying with quality and regulatory requirements, as outlined by the appropriate agencies. Functions as an expert clinician, consultant educator and leader in the care of the dialysis patient population. Implements day-to-day care management interventions for identified patients./li liMentors, develops, inspires, educates and leads staff members in patient care setting. Maintains responsibility for enhancing efficiency and cost effectiveness by identifying opportunities to decrease costs, as applicable to the job. Demonstrates subject matter expertise regularly regarding medication, treatment and patient care standards./li liPerforms other job-related duties as assigned./li /ul /div div pOrganizational Requirements:/p pAdventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.br/br/Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein./p /divh2Company/h2divAdventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope./div