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CLINIC COORDINATOR - ONCOLOGYJob Code: 800041FLSA Status: ExemptMgt. Approval: T. NeitzelDate: June 2020Department: 17260 Gyn OncHR Approval: J. Theisen Date: June 2020JOB SUMMARYThe Clinic Coordinator, Gynecological Oncology is an advanced practice registered nurse who is accountable for the effective coordination of the Gynecological Oncology Cancer patient across multiple settings including diagnostic, treatment and follow up phases of care. The Clinic Coordinator, Gynecological Oncology has primary responsibility for triaging patients based upon clinical problems and educational needs, coordinating care for the Gynecological Oncology Cancer patient, and acts as a resource to clinic staff regarding the direct provision of care.The Clinic Coordinator, Gynecological Oncology possesses expert clinical knowledge which is applied systematically and continuously for meeting the continuing care needs of the patient, family, and/or other care provider, providing care in collaboration with other nursing staff members and working with clinical research personnel to integrate research into patient care.The Clinic Coordinator, Gynecological Oncology is an active member of the multidisciplinary team and collaborates in the development, execution and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. He/She considers factors related to ethics, safety, effectiveness and cost in planning and delivering care, uses research findings in cancer and participates in clinical trials for this patient population. The Clinic Coordinator, Gynecological Oncology acquires and maintains knowledge in Gynecological Oncology Cancer nursing practice and assumes responsibility for the professional development of self, other nursing staff and students and works with the team to assure that systems of care are in place for patients to move across the continuum of care. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESClinical Practice and LeadershipIntegrate the principles and philosophy of the professional nursing care delivery system into practice.Maintain continuity of patient care and serve as a liaison between physicians, patients, and other services including medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, interventional radiology, UWHC pathology, etc.Develop the Gynecological Oncology program including policies, procedures, consent forms, patient education materials and marketing plan, in consultation with the medical director, clinic manager, ethics, and legal representatives.Provide coordination (including multidisciplinary scheduling), delegation, and support to clinical staff assigned to support the gynecological oncology patient.Provide continual guidance, emotional and physical support to the patient and family/caregiver during all phases of the treatment program.Provide leadership for day-to-day operations within the program by demonstrating competency in clinical activities.Serve as a role model to other nursing personnel by demonstrating effective direct patient and family care, leadership and professional behavior.Works with the inpatient case manager to facilitate patient transitions before and after hospitalization. Incorporates home are planning into the multidisciplinary plan of care on an ongoing basis.Maintenance of Quality Care Serve as a role model, demonstrating effective patient care, leadership and professional behavior.Act as a consultant and clinical resource to clinic staff through provision of patient care and coordination of care.Support patient advocacy, the Patient’s Bill of Rights and UWHC Clinic Service Standards.Develop, maintain and evaluate patient care standards for the clinic.Maintain clinical competency by attending and participating in the weekly tumor board meetings and inservice educations.Performs systematic nursing assessments and followup on patient outcomes (if they move to another health system or move south for the winter, notification of deaths). Involves the patient and family in planning. Calls families to offer support after patient deaths.Management of ResourcesPromote open and effective communication among clinical staff, chemotherapy staff, the medical faculty and other departments.Is responsible for a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, visitors and staff.Develop and implement efficient systems to enhance patient satisfaction and provider productivity.Interact with other departments, physicians and the cancer center staff to assure delivery of quality care to patients.Education/Research/OutreachServe as a liaison with the Gyn/Onc support group. Provides educational and support network opportunities for the gynecological oncology cancer patient and their families.Create an environment in which staff learning is supported and stimulated.Interpret and support the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures which guide personnel, patients and the public.Participate in patient, family and staff teaching.Develop and update appropriate written patient education materials.Serve as a resource to staff in other clinics as appropriate.Support and/or participate in research programs approved by the Hospital and University.ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.JOB REQUIREMENTSEducationMinimumBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)PreferredMaster of Science in Nursing (MSN)Work ExperienceMinimum Three (3) years of relevant nursing PreferredTwo years relevant oncology clinical experience Licenses & CertificationsMinimum Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) where practicing or may work under a compact license per state regulations.CPR/BLS certification PreferredOncology Nurse CertificationRequired Skills, Knowledge, and AbilitiesKnowledge regarding quality improvement and standards of care within practice area. Experience in teaching patient and families. Excellent communication and organizational skills.AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCY (Clinical jobs only)Identify age-specific competencies for direct and indirect patient care providers who regularly assess, manage and treat patients.Instructions: Indicate the age groups of patients served either by direct or indirect patient care by checking the appropriate boxes below. Next, Infants (Birth – 11 months)xAdolescent (13 – 19 years)Toddlers (1 – 3 years)xYoung Adult (20 – 40 years)Preschool (4 – 5 years)xMiddle Adult (41 – 65 years)School Age (6 – 12 years)xOlder Adult (Over 65 years)JOB FUNCTIONSReview the employee’s job description and identify each essential function that is performed differently based on the age group of the patient.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSIndicate the appropriate physical requirements of this job in the course of a shift. Note: reasonable accommodations may be made available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.Physical Demand LevelOccasionalUp to 33% of the timeFrequent34%-66% of the timeConstant67%-100% of the timeSedentary: Ability to lift up to 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one, which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.Up to 10#NegligibleNegligiblexLight: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.? Even though the weight lifted may only be a negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree.Up to 20#Up to 10# or requires significant walking or standing, or requires pushing/pulling of arm/leg controlsNegligible or constant push/pull of items of negligible weightMedium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting/and or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.20-50#10-25#Negligible-10#Heavy: Ability to lift up to 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.50-100#25-50#10-20#Very Heavy: Ability to lift over 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds.Over 100#Over 50#Over 20#Other - list any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications not indicated above:Note:The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position. ................
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