RN, Spina Bifida Coordinator (Fort Worth)

Summary

Title: RN, Spina Bifida Coord, SC 

Cook Children's Physician Network

The power to change the life of every child in our region–that's what the integration of nearly 300 physicians with thousands of other caring employees brings to North Texas.

Our award-winning medical center with Magnet designation provides state-of-the-art technology to more than 30 specialties and subspecialties. We care for patients from a huge referral area, recording more than one million patient encounters a year through our medical center, neighborhood clinics, primary care offices, specialty clinics and outpatient settings.

The network includes primary care physicians and/or pediatric specialists with offices in Tarrant, Denton, Parker, Johnson and Hood counties. Through the network, Cook Children's has established physician offices in several medically underserved, predominately low-income neighborhoods. The network also has increased access to pediatric specialty care through outreach clinics in many communities in North and West Texas.

Each thought and decision of our employees is guided by the Promise to improve the health of every child in our region. It's that passion for serving children and their families that empowers all of us who work for Cook Children's.

We welcome you to explore opportunities to become part of our network, and part of the Promise.

Summary:

The SC Program Coordinator (RN) functions in collaborative practice with physician(s) and/or nurse practitioner(s) and/or other licensed clinical personnel in the outpatient clinic setting. For the assigned patient population(s), coordinates all scheduling of ordered tests and clinic visits. Skillfully and consistently performs clinical duties per established policies and procedures. Care is based on the nursing process and augments the medical plan of treatment appropriate to the specialty clinic.

Education and Experience:

• Requires an Associate Degree in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Three years of clinical experience preferred
• Experience working with children/youth with complex medical conditions preferred
• Bilingual English and Spanish a plus
• Effective interpersonal communication
• Adept at working in a dynamic team environment
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated initiative
• Ability to plan and organize effectively

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification:

• Current license to practice nursing in the state of Texas
• BLS required

***This position is located in Fort Worth, Texas***

Why join Cook Children's Physician Network?

Cook Children's Physician Network (CCPN) attracts and retains highly skilled physicians from around the United States and the world.

The management philosophy and organizational culture allow physicians to focus on patient care, while expanding their medical knowledge.

Cook Children's Physician Network is unique because it is Promise driven, financially sound and one of the largest pediatric networks in the country.

About Fort Worth?

Fort Worth is a thriving city full of today's modern amenities, while keeping its small-town feel.

You will find:

• Top-rated public and private schools.
• Five world-class museums
• A lively and entertainment packed downtown.
• Many family-friendly annual events.
• World-class performance arts.
• Upscale, eclectic boutiques and other unique shop located downtown
• A top-ranked zoo by Family Life magazine, Los Angeles Times and USA Today, plus a nature center and botanic garden.
• Amazing resources are available in a city with an affordable cost of living

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