RN Coordinator Bloodless Medicine - Relocation Offered! at MEDSTAR HEALTH summary:
The RN Coordinator for Bloodless Medicine is responsible for the development and management of a specialized program that eliminates the need for blood transfusions. This role involves overseeing operational budgets, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring patient safety and satisfaction through effective communication and education. With a focus on critical care, this coordinator also supervises nursing staff and participates in research to enhance program effectiveness.
The Nurse Coordinator Bloodless Medicine is responsible for the planning, development and implementation of the Bloodless Medicine program. Develops and manages the operational the operational budget and patient outcome performance; collaborates with specialty departments and patient care units regarding all aspects of non-blood management; serves as a liaison between MedStar Washington Hospital Center and other facilities, physicians, and families; and manages all personnel related aspects of the department to include the blood conservation staff.
Education- Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
- Master's degree preferred
Experience- 3-4 years of critical care nursing experience required
Licenses and Certifications- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia required
Clinical Practice: Acts as liaison between patients, physicians, family and staff.Clinical Practice: Discusses and documents clinical alternatives acceptable to patients.Clinical Practice: Finds and makes appointments with cooperating physicias.Clinical Practice: Monitors patients on an ongoing basis.Clinical Practice: Collects data related to the Bloodless Medicine program using an approved data collection tool.Communication: Communicates clearly, accurately, and effectively to peers, physicians, visitors, and other departments to facilitate patient care.Communication: Clarifies forms, financial arrangements, and hospital polices to patients and family.Communication: Acts as information resource for the medical staff.Leadership: Supports unit and organization's goals for the fulfillment of the program.Leadership: Delegates and supervises other nursing staff in rendering patient care in accordance with DC Scope of Practice, hospital polices and procedures, and the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) standards.Education and Research: Participates in educational programs to ensure the appropriate implementation of the program.Education and Research: Collaborates with nursing units to mentor and educate staff and promote successful implementation of the program.Education and Research: Incorporates research and provides ongoing revision to the program as needed.
Keywords:
Bloodless Medicine, Registered Nurse, Critical Care Nursing, Patient Care, Healthcare Coordination, Nursing Management, Clinical Practice, Patient Safety, Health Education, Budget Management
