GENERAL SUMMARY:

·       Reports to the Nursing Leader/Administration. The Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse who under the direction of department leadership develops, implements, monitors and evaluates a program of care for patients.

·       Coordinates care across the continuum to facilitate quality outcomes.

·       Collaborates with other healthcare team members including physicians, nurses, extenders, ancillary and support staff to ensure optimum patient care and satisfaction.

·       Provides education to patients and family regarding disease process. Trains and directs a nursing team in the optimal care of the patient. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

·       Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

·       Successful completion of HFHS (Parent Operating Group) Pharmacology test.

·       Maintains and demonstrates current clinical knowledge in area of specialty. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

·       A minimum of three to five years of progressively more responsible clinical nursing practice in specialty.

·       Certification in specialty preferred.

·       Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.

·       Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.

·       Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and medical group personnel.

·       Preferred experience in the specialty.

·       Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills. Knowledge of Word and Excel.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

·       Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse. Current BLS or ACLS per HFHS Policy.

Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus Department: Transplant Hepatology Henry Ford Health Location: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus  Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable