Registered Nurse – Nurse Care Coordinator

Generated Job Description

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - Nurse Care Coordinator

Location

• Juneau, AK

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, Days shift

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the active care and treatment of patients, collaborating with healthcare providers and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
• Facilitate patient referrals to specialized clinics, review referral records, and track referral progress to ensure timely care.
• Serve as the primary clinical contact for patient care coordination, proactively identifying and resolving obstacles to facilitate seamless healthcare delivery.
• Perform staff nursing duties including patient assessments, documentation, education, and administration of medications and therapies in various clinical settings.
• Maintain clinical competencies, safety standards, and infection control practices to ensure a safe and effective healthcare environment.
• Promote teamwork and effective communication within the healthcare team, contributing to department and organization-wide improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Alaska or another U.S. state; must have applied for Alaska license if necessary.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Clinical competency within 3 months of hire and every three years.
• Knowledge of nursing process, safety, infection control, and excellent assessment and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in patient care coordination or case management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
• Ability to teach and mentor team members as appropriate.

Why Join Us

• Join a dedicated healthcare team committed to improving patient outcomes in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in community health through comprehensive patient care and coordination.