Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - Neonatal ICU (NICU) Discharge Facilitator Job at OU Health
Position Title:
Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - Neonatal ICU (NICU) Discharge Facilitator
Department:
Neonatal ICU
Job Description:
General Description:
Under limited direction, will coordinate a comprehensive discharge process.
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
- Develops and coordinates a comprehensive program to ensure the smooth transition toward discharge for patients in the NICU, in collaboration with physicians, nurses, social services and case managers
- Oversees the inpatient side of the discharge process and the education of the parents
- Assesses the effectiveness of the program and makes recommendation for change as required
- Ensures that information and assistance is provided in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Works with the physician and parents to ensure an effective action plan for care related to the discharge of the patient
- Ensures that proper documentation is maintained
- May identify and coordinate healthcare resources for the patient and family after discharge
- Ensures that the educational needs of the family are met.
General Responsibilities:
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required. Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved Program preferred.
Experience: Three (3) years experience as an RN in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC). Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required within 6 months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of nursing practices and procedures. Strong clinical assessment skills. Knowledgeable about resources available in the community for use by patients and families. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Good computer skills needed. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care. Strong problem solving skills.
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