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Children's National Medical Center

Nurse Clinical Program Coordinator - Prenatal Pediatrics Institute

Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Job Description - Nurse Clinical Program Coordinator - Prenatal Pediatrics Institute (2500039H) The Zickler Family Prenatal Pediatrics Institute at Children’s National Hospital provides the most advanced and comprehensive prenatal pediatric care for unborn babies. We offer pregnant families state‑of‑the‑art prenatal diagnostics and treatment in a compassionate and supportive environment. The Clinical Program Coordinator will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at CNMC, coordinate nursing care and services for patients and family members in specific healthcare specialty encounters, and consult with physicians and other healthcare providers to resolve health concerns. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. CNMC supports the development of RN relationships within the community, specifically those associated with the health and wellbeing of the community at large. Responsible to lead the activities of the patient care delivery team for a specific patient population. Provide continuous accountability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care and ensure that continuity of care is maintained. Qualifications

Minimum Education Bachelor’s Degree (Required) Minimum Work Experience 5 years nursing experience. Minimum of one year recent pediatric experience in a comparable setting. Minimum of one year demonstrated nursing leadership experience (e.g., charge nurse, educator, preceptor, council chair/member advancement on the clinical ladder or comparable positions). (Required) Functional Accountabilities

Participate in/support Shared Nursing Leadership. Contribute to the sustainability and advancement of nursing excellence which translates into on‑going Magnet designation. Participate, contribute to internal/external committees, professional organizations, community activities. Accountable to support/participate in the Division of Nursing’s performance improvement process. Identify, define and report on measures consistent with Nurse Sensitive Indicators (NSIs) for Ambulatory Nursing Practice. Integrate evidence‑based practice and research into practice. Assist physicians and other professional providers to maintain appropriate cost and desired patient outcomes. Safety

Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance. Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation. Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation. Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication. Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co‑workers. Patient Family‑Centered Care

Plan to consult and collaborate with patients, families’ physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other professional colleagues; involve patients and families in shared decision making; advocate for patient and family; accessing relevant health services. Responsible and having the authority and accountability for clinical care for specific patient population and area workflow; develop pertinent goals based on patient response to illness, health promotion and program expected outcomes; implement suitable, evidence‑based nursing interventions; provide careful and complete documentation of care provided. Use the nursing process in the clinic setting and in tele‑health services to assess patient problems and concerns; critically analyze and integrate subjective and objective data. Provide health education based on the patient /family learning preferences throughout a patient’s disease trajectory or health promotion; utilize expertise in cultural competency to enhance relationships, processes, and outcomes for patients/families. Engage opportunities to act in the best interest of the patient/family, building trust and confidence, while upholding moral and legal standards of due care. Coordinate mechanisms across systems, institutions, and community to provide continuity of care for wellness needs or health concerns; direct and participate in the development of patient care policies and protocols in order to advise and guide practice. Benefits

Competitive salary range: $82,347.20 – $137,238.40. Full‑time, day shift, m‑f. Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace. Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

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