Clinical Coordinator-NHC Far West

University Medical Center of El Paso10 months ago
El Paso, TX, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Navigates, coordinates and assists patients requiring clinic and community resources in the Neighborhood Health Care Centers (NHC) while conducting population health management to meet patient care needs. Assumes responsibility for coordinating resources and navigating within the clinics in accordance with regulatory standards, including The Joint Commission requirements, Primary Care Medical Home models, and the Nursing Practice Act.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and facilitate patient navigation through clinic and community resources.
  • Conduct population health management to address patient care needs.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including The Joint Commission, Primary Care Medical Home, and the Nursing Practice Act.

Required Qualifications

  • Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Bilingual highly preferred (English/Spanish).
  • Demonstrates effective patient interviewing and counseling techniques.
  • Able to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions as well as safety precautions.
  • Proficient in utilizing computers for documentation purposes.
  • Capable of negotiating and resolving conflicts.
  • Willingness to accept and manage change.
  • Ability to analyze situations and solve problems.
  • Skilled in the use of computer systems and related software applications.
  • Three years of experience as a Registered Nurse required, preferably in Emergency Room, Urgent Care, Critical Care, or Clinic settings.
  • Current and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas is required.
  • Current CPR training required.
  • A Bachelor degree in Nursing is required.

Required Skills

Patient interviewing and counseling
Conflict negotiation and resolution
Ability to comprehend and follow instructions
Problem analysis and solving
Adaptability to change
Computer documentation
Effective oral and written communication
Proficiency with computer systems and software
Bilingual (English/Spanish)