Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Don’t miss the opportunity to join our team at Washington University Department of Neurology, Section of Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology.

This group consists of 6 physician providers, 1 advanced practice nurse, an administrative coordinator, a medical assistant, 2 RN coordinators, and a pre-certification specialist. The group collaborates well with one another and with the other sections in neurology. Our providers are world-renowned experts in Multiple Sclerosis and provide outstanding clinical care. They also mentor medical students, residents, and fellows. Our team members are field leaders in basic science and clinical research.

The RN coordinators will help support the needs of our nearly (3000) Multiple Sclerosis patients. The RNs will work closely with the clinicians and the rest of our team as patient advocates. The RN coordinators will help triage patient care needs, help move treatment plans forward, assist with insurance navigation, and provide education and safety oversight for our patients. Additionally, the RN coordinators help the patients overcome social health deterrents by collaborating with other healthcare professionals and organizations. The RN coordinators develop a rewarding, and strong professional relationship with this patient population.
This section provides excellent patient care and continues to grow with many patients from neighboring states seeking care at the John L Trotter MS Center at WashU Medicine.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; completes health history and physical examination on patients; conveys findings to physician.
• Coordinates patient care, orders diagnostic tests, conveys findings to physician, attends inpatient rounds, coordinates patient appointments and assists with referrals to outside sources.
• Assists physician and provides support with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Performs a variety of nursing administrative duties, including compliance with environmental safety regulations, infection control standards and quality assurance.
• Acts as liaison and team leader by facilitating communication and coordination of care between patients, families and health team members; explains routines and procedures to patients and coordinates patient care information to appropriate sources.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires protective devices
• Patient care setting
• Direct patient care setting

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Typically standing or walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)

Equipment

• Office equipment
• Clinical/diagnostic equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience:

Nursing (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with two years of nursing experience.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, in accordance with the Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support Certification or obtains certification within one month of employment. Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional