Virtual Care Coordinator (RN) - Telemedicine (Mon - Fri, 2pm - 10pm)

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 relationships associated with the health and wellbeing of the community at large. 

The Virtual Care Coordinator supports operations of the BOV Telehealth Command Center at Children's National Hospital. Provides virtual surveillance for patients with critical congenital or acquired heart disease in the CICU at Children's National Hospital, as well as others in remote institutions nationally or internationally. Monitors patient's vital signs, trends from multiple monitoring devices, and alerts bedside teams of concerning trends when appropriate. Coordinates nursing care and services for patients and family members in specific healthcare specialty encounters by telephonic, electronic, in person, and/or by mail. Consults with physicians, and other healthcare providers to resolve health concerns. Incorporates all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of patient care. Deals successfully with complex clinical problems. Conduct quick assessment of patients through the command center and handle emergency situations appropriately. Demonstrate evidence-based practice through participation in unit projects and activities. Responsible to lead the activities of the patient care delivery team for specific patient population. Provide continuous accountability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care and ensure that continuity of care is maintained.

Previous pediatric critical care nursing experience is preferred. 

This position is on-site at our main campus (111 Michigan Ave NW Washington, DC 20010).
 

Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree in nursing (Required)

Minimum Work Experience
5 years nursing experience with a minimum of two (2) years' recent pediatric experience in a comparable setting and a minimum of one (1) year of demonstrated nursing leadership experience for example as a charge nurse, educator, preceptor, council chair/member or comparable jobs (Required)

Prior telehealth experience (Preferred)

Required Skills/Knowledge
Successfully completes the hospital and nursing orientation at CNMC.
Knowledge of pediatric healthcare standards with related clinical skill competency.
Strong knowledge of JC and other regulatory agency requirements.
Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven capacity to make critical clinical decisions when appropriate

Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse (Required) Or
Registered Nurse licensure in the state of practice or supervision (Required)

Functional Accountabilities:

Professional Practice/Research

• 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.

Patient Family-Centered Care

• Plan to consult and collaborate with patients, families, ph