Job Summary
The Care Coordinator is responsible for evaluating, creating, and overseeing detailed care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to address the healthcare needs of patients. This role also plays a crucial part in facilitating seamless transitions of care, ensuring precise clinical documentation, and recognizing opportunities for quality enhancement throughout the healthcare continuum.
Responsibilities
- Assess and develop comprehensive care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
- Monitor and adjust care plans to meet evolving patient health requirements.
- Facilitate smooth transitions of care for patients across different settings.
- Ensure documentation is accurate and adheres to clinical standards.
- Identify and promote quality improvement initiatives within the care continuum.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing or an associate’s degree with enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
- A minimum of three years of nursing experience in an acute care environment.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Texas Children's Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
