Registered Nurse, Program Manager, Bariatric Surgery Program, Wilmington, DE - Relocate to Delaware

Company: Shaker for ChristianaCare Direct
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: September 30, 2024

Job Description:

ChristianaCare is currently seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for our Bariatric Surgery Program Manager located on our Wilmington campus.Primary Function:To optimize coordination of services across the continuum of care for patients enrolled in weight management /bariatric surgery programs. To teach patients, families and professionals the principal components of the treatment plan to achieve weight loss. - To effectively transition patients from the outpatient setting to the inpatient unit, with discharge to the home setting and long-term follow-up. - To act as a liaison between the surgeons, inpatient staff, discharge planning staff, insurance carriers and the patient/family to promote the highest quality, most cost-effective care. -Work ScheduleMon-Fri, day shiftNo weekends or holidaysPrincipal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Acts as a clinical liaison between Christiana Care, patients, clinicians, and other healthcare providers.
• Coordinates and documents patients' care plans, prioritizing based on patient need.
• Reviews patient's surgery scheduled including all readmissions.
• Conducts and coordinates bariatric education programs on a variety of topics, in a variety of community and clinical settings.
• Reviews, evaluates, and utilizes current research related to bariatric surgery and weight management.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings and patient care conferences.
• Maintains up-to-date information on innovative and successful strategies to reach the target population.
• Assesses patient's/caregiver's learning needs and adapts teaching methods to provide a thorough understanding that will maximize successful clinical outcomes.
• Assesses support systems and sets realistic patient expectations for service delivery &/or initiation of the treatment plan.
• Regularly reviews areas of charting and maintaining patient records and reports in accordance with policies and procedures and in compliance with JCAHO standards.
• Ensures continuous compliance with MBSAQIP standards, maintaining relevant pathways, protocols, staff, and patient education.
• Monitors and collects statistical data /outcomes as required in collaboration with MBS Clinical Reviewer.
• Facilitates medical information, progress toward therapeutic goals, errors, patient reactions, or complaints to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Takes personal responsibility for accurate and timely completion of all necessary patient care documentation.
• Functions as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team; communicates/contributes, receives information, acts on decisions reached via the Team Conference.
• Collaborates with management team of the Surgical Unit and the Unit Based Medical Director regarding administrative issues that require intervention and/or resolution
• Shows skill in customer service principles and leads by example in exhibiting these skills in dealing with all customers.
• Is proactive in addressing cost containment measures and is aware of the need for operating in a cost-effective manner.
• Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives regarding safety, environmental and infection control issues. - -
• Initiates and actively participates in performance improvement (PI) activities and quality assurance.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in inservice or educational programs.
• Participates in marketing activities as needed.
• Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide appropriate care to adult, and geriatric patients, including the ability to obtain and interpret clinical information and to identify patient needs.
• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices. - Reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients or visitors.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as directed.Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Licensed / Registered clinician with minimum 10 years' experience in healthcare delivery.
  • Prior experience in weight management programs required, with emphasis on Bariatric Surgery preferred.
  • Experience in case management preferred.
  • Certified Bariatric Nurse (CBN) preferredSpecial Requirements:
    • Current RN licensure (or eligible to reciprocate) in the state of Delaware
    • BCLS certifiedQualified candidates should apply online and include a current resume for consideration.#L1-CS1

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