Overview

Position: Registered Nurse Coordinator - Cleft & Craniofacial

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (No weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities)

Overview: The Cleft & Craniofacial Nurse Coordinator collaborates with other members of our multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless, coordinated care for patients and families. This role involves guiding families through treatment plans, preparing for clinic visits, and supporting the clinical team to deliver comprehensive care.

Why Choose IU Health?
As the state's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program for eligible participants to help reduce remaining student loan balances over time
• Employee Assistance Program providing free counseling services
• Healthy Results Incentive Programs that reward participation in wellness initiatives with points that translate into financial bonuses on your paycheck

To learn more about our benefits, please visit our benefits website: careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate logistics for each cleft and craniofacial team visit, ensuring providers and patients are prepared.
• Prepare and review patient records, including requesting reports, test results, and pertinent information from community providers.
• Manage clinic flow, assist families with questions, and serve as a resource for team members during visits.
• Lead team conferences, documenting recommendations and understanding each patient's treatment plan.
• Follow up post-visit to review care plans, clarify instructions with families, provide counseling, and coordinate referrals.
• Manage incoming clinical phone triage and develop educational materials for patients and families.
• Organize educational opportunities for team members, patients, families, and the community.
• Support new team member orientation, data collection, and research initiatives.
• Act as a role model and resource within the team, aligning with the organization's mission and vision.

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively support and educate patients and families.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach, understanding the needs and concerns of patients and their families.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster trust and provide emotional support throughout the care process.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.

Qualifications:

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN).
• Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Degree from a nursing program accredited through the ACEN or CCNE.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Two years experience in an ambulatory setting preferred.
• Knowledge of procedures for performing the functions appropriate to the specific clinical area and familiarity with designated pieces of equipment and supplies.
• Requires ability to coordinate a number of functions for a group of patients in an effective timely manner.
• Requires ability to assess patients without face-to-face interaction.
• Requires awareness and understanding of legal implications of patient care activities and performance as a Registered Nurse.

Join us and be a vital part of a dedicated team committed to improving the lives of children and families. We offer a supportive environment where your skills and compassion make a difference every day. If you are a motivated, empathetic nurse ready to provide exceptional care, we encourage you to apply!