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Quality Care Coordinator - RN
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$72,674 / year median in Kentucky
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Requirements:
▪Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. ▪Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork. ▪Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. ▪Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the public. ▪Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff. ▪Must be able to relay information concerning a resident's condition. ▪Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace. ▪Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. ▪Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status for various infectious diseases. ▪Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. ▪Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations. ▪Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position. ▪May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants. ▪Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis. ▪May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel. ▪Ability to work independently, and to organize, plan, and manage time effectively to complete assignments. ▪Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices, and ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to meet resident needs. ▪Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement. ▪Strong listening skills and ability to deal with conflict with professionalism and courtesy. ▪Intermediate computer skills, including ability to create documents in various programs (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Adobe), and navigate electronic medical record systems. ▪Positive interpersonal relationship skills, including with people of all ages and cultures. Required Qualifications ▪A nursing degree from an accredited college or university or be a graduate of an approved RN program. ▪Two years of experience as an RN in long-term care, preferred, but not required. ▪Eligible to participate in federally funded health care programs. ▪Must also meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against professional license. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance