Nurse Coordinator Salary in Santa Fe, NM

DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:  The APCT is responsible for quick reaction and competent care of patients with emergency situations that arrive at the hospital. Monitors patients, collects information and documents data.  Inserts and removes peripheral intravenous therapy lines under the direction of the physician/nurse.  Performs blood collection, and Foley catheter placements. Performs wound care and dressing changes; applies plaster and fiberglass splints, casts and traction devices.  Performs bedside testing such as oximetry, glucometery, and other point of care tests. Operates and monitors patient monitoring systems specific to unit. Specific duties include:  insures cleanliness of unit, cleans and stores equipment and empties sharps containers. Documents all interventions and data, communicates with the primary nurse on findings and interventions.The APCT stocks medical supplies and paper goods; inventories and processes broken equipment as required; assists physicians and nurses with procedures under their direction; assures proper storage of E-cylinders (oxygen); organizes care in a manner that contributes to the overall quality of the team; and performs other job duties as assigned, within their scope of practice. The APCT is a vital part of the ED team and acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff. RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION:  High School diploma or equivalent plus trade or vocational school in medical/surgical patient care.CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:  Current BLS issued through American Heart Association is required.  Proof of EMT course completion or completion of 1st level of nursing school required.  Two (2) years of experience as CNA or CMA can substitute for course completion.  De-Escalation certification preferred.SKILLS: Must have critical thinking skills and the ability to prioritize quicklyKnowledge of methods and techniques of:Emergency medical responsePrinciples of emergency medical service provisionFirst aid and life supportAbility to operate and maintain emergency medical apparatus and equipmentExcellent communication skillsAbility to read and interpret technical reports, charts, etc.Ability to write concise reportsAbility to handle a high level of stress and to maintain composure under a variety of adverse conditionsComputer skills required to enter data and generate reports. EXPERIENCE:  One year EMT, CNA or CMA experience preferred.  NATURE OF SUPERVISION:-Responsible to: Reports directly to ED Director/ED Clinical Manager or designee for essential job duties and day-to-day responsibilities. ENVIRONMENT:- Bloodborne pathogens - B Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to x-rays and infectious diseases such as hepatitis-B and AIDS. In addition, may be subject to varying unpredictable situations such as violence from mentally unstable patients. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking, kneeling, bending, and heavy lifting. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity must be within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required. The work is not only physically strenuous but can be stressful, sometimes involving life-or-death situations and suffering patients.

DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:  The APCT is responsible for quick reaction and competent care of patients with emergency situations that arrive at the hospital. Monitors patients, collects information and documents data.  Inserts and removes peripheral intravenous therapy lines under the direction of the physician/nurse.  Performs blood collection, and Foley catheter placements. Performs wound care and dressing changes; applies plaster and fiberglass splints, casts and traction devices.  Performs bedside testing such as oximetry, glucometery, and other point of care tests. Operates and monitors patient monitoring systems specific to unit. Specific duties include:  insures cleanliness of unit, cleans and stores equipment and empties sharps containers. Documents all interventions and data, communicates with the primary nurse on findings and interventions.The APCT stocks medical supplies and paper goods; inventories and processes broken equipment as required; assists physicians and nurses with procedures under their direction; assures proper storage of E-cylinders (oxygen); organizes care in a manner that contributes to the overall quality of the team; and performs other job duties as assigned, within their scope of practice. The APCT is a vital part of the ED team and acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff. RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION:  High School diploma or equivalent plus trade or vocational school in medical/surgical patient care.CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:  Current BLS issued through American Heart Association is required.  Proof of EMT course completion or completion of 1st level of nursing school required.  Two (2) years of experience as CNA or CMA can substitute for course completion.  De-Escalation certification preferred.SKILLS: Must have critical thinking skills and the ability to prioritize quicklyKnowledge of methods and techniques of:Emergency medical responsePrinciples of emergency medical service provisionFirst aid and life supportAbility to operate and maintain emergency medical apparatus and equipmentExcellent communication skillsAbility to read and interpret technical reports, charts, etc.Ability to write concise reportsAbility to handle a high level of stress and to maintain composure under a variety of adverse conditionsComputer skills required to enter data and generate reports. EXPERIENCE:  One year EMT, CNA or CMA experience preferred.  NATURE OF SUPERVISION:-Responsible to: Reports directly to ED Director/ED Clinical Manager or designee for essential job duties and day-to-day responsibilities. ENVIRONMENT:- Bloodborne pathogens - B Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to x-rays and infectious diseases such as hepatitis-B and AIDS. In addition, may be subject to varying unpredictable situations such as violence from mentally unstable patients. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking, kneeling, bending, and heavy lifting. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity must be within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required. The work is not only physically strenuous but can be stressful, sometimes involving life-or-death situations and suffering patients.

DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:  In collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and interdisciplinary team, the Case Management Coordinator ensures patient progression through the continuum of care in an efficient and cost effective manner. The Case Management Coordinator is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation and overall evaluation of individual patient needs.  Care coordination, and discharge planning are accountabilities of this role. Payer-based requests regarding individual members are fulfilled, where appropriate and pertinent.  The Case Manager adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance and policies and procedures, continually assuring quality patient care and regulatory compliance.RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION:  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred OR Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) requiredCERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Licensed as a Registered Nurse to practice nursing in the state of New Mexico.  Meets contact hour requirements for licensure, including all state required courses. OR Current licensure as an LMSW/LISW/LCSW in New Mexico.  Case Management certification highly desirable – ACM (Accredited Case Manager), CCM (Certified Case Manager, RN-BC (Board Certified in Case Management)SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populationsAbility to function in a stressful and fast paced environment Interpersonal skills that promote teamworkCritical thinking/problem solving skillsKnowledge of and ability to utilize in house and external resourcesFlexibility in prioritizationAbility to multitaskEffective organizational skillsSignificant knowledge and understanding of availability of community and post-acute resourcesEXPERIENCE: Two years’ experience in Health Care setting preferred, with at least one year in an Acute Care Setting.NATURE OF SUPERVISION:Responsible to: Director of Case ManagementENVIRONMENT: General office environment and general hospital department/nursing units (100% of day).  Blood borne Pathogens: A PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to move around the hospital to all units/department for about 80% of the day, in office 20% of the day.  Requires close work, good vision, dexterity to write as well as to use computer keyboard.

Coordinates care of individual clients with application to identified populations using assessment, care planning, implementations, coordination, monitoring and evaluation for cost effective and quality outcomes. Duties are typically performed during face-to-face home visits. Promotes the appropriate use of clinical and financial resources in order to improve the quality of care and member satisfaction. Assists with orientation and mentoring of new team members as appropriate.Provides care coordination to members with behavioral health conditions identified and assessed as requiring intensive interventions and oversight including multiple, clinical, social and community resources.Conducts in depth health risk assessment and/or comprehensive needs assessment which includes, but is not limited to psycho-social, physical, medical, behavioral, environmental, and financial parameters.Communicates and develops the care plan and serves as point of contact to ensure services are rendered appropriately, (i.e. during transition to home care, back up plans, community based services).Implements, coordinates, and monitors strategies for members and families to improve health and quality of life outcomes.Develops, documents and implements plan which provides appropriate resources to address social, physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and supportive needs.Acts as an advocate for member`s care needs by identifying and addressing gaps in care.Performs ongoing monitoring of the plan of care to evaluate effectiveness. Measures the effectiveness of interventions as identified in the members care plan.Assesses and reviews plan of care regularly to identify gaps in care, trends to improve health and quality of life outcomes. Collects clinical path variance data that indicates potential areas for improvement of case and services provided. Works with members and the interdisciplinary care plan team to adjust plan of care, when necessary.Educates providers, supporting staff, members and families regarding care coordination role and health strategies with a focus on member-focused approach to care.Facilitates a team approach to the coordination and cost effective delivery to quality care and services. Facilitates a team approach, including the Interdisciplinary Care Plan team, to ensure appropriate interventions, cost effective delivery of quality care and services across the continuum.Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care plan team which may include member, caregivers, member`s legal representative, physician, care providers, and ancillary support services to address care issues, specific member needs and disease processes whether, medical, behavioral, social, community based or long term care services. Utilizes licensed care coordination staff as appropriate for complex cases.Provides assistance to members with questions and concerns regarding care, providers or delivery system.Maintains professional relationship with external stakeholders, such as inpatient, outpatient and community resources.Generates reports in accordance with care coordination goal.Other Job RequirementsResponsibilities3-5 years experience in Social Work, Nursing, or Healthcare-related field, or relevant experience in lieu of degree., Experience in utilization management, quality assurance, home or facility care, community health, long term care or occupational health required.Experience in analyzing trends based on decision support systems.Business management skills to include, but not limited to, cost/benefit analysis, negotiation, and cost containment.Knowledge of referral coordination to community and private/public resources.Requires detailed knowledge of cost-effective coordination of care in terms of what and how work is to be done as well as why it is done, this level include interpretation of data.Ability to make decisions that require significant analysis and investigation with solutions requiring significant original thinking.Ability to determine appropriate courses of action in more complex situations that may not be addressed by existing policies or protocols.Decisions include such matters as changing in staffing levels, order in which work is done, and application of established procedures.Ability to maintain complete and accurate enrollee records.Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work well with clinicians, hospital officials and service agency contacts.General Job InformationTitleCare CoordinatorGrade22Work Experience - RequiredClinical, QualityWork Experience - PreferredEducation - RequiredGED, High SchoolEducation - PreferredAssociate, Bachelor'sLicense and Certifications - RequiredDL - Driver License, Valid In State - OtherLicense and Certifications - PreferredCCM - Certified Case Manager - Care Mgmt, LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Care Mgmt, RN - Registered Nurse, State and/or Compact State Licensure - Care MgmtSalary RangeSalary Minimum:$50,225Salary Maximum:$75,335This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.

DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:  The APCT is responsible for quick reaction and competent care of patients with emergency situations that arrive at the hospital. Monitors patients, collects information and documents data.  Inserts and removes peripheral intravenous therapy lines under the direction of the physician/nurse.  Performs blood collection, and Foley catheter placements. Performs wound care and dressing changes; applies plaster and fiberglass splints, casts and traction devices.  Performs bedside testing such as oximetry, glucometery, and other point of care tests. Operates and monitors patient monitoring systems specific to unit. Specific duties include:  insures cleanliness of unit, cleans and stores equipment and empties sharps containers. Documents all interventions and data, communicates with the primary nurse on findings and interventions.The APCT stocks medical supplies and paper goods; inventories and processes broken equipment as required; assists physicians and nurses with procedures under their direction; assures proper storage of E-cylinders (oxygen); organizes care in a manner that contributes to the overall quality of the team; and performs other job duties as assigned, within their scope of practice. The APCT is a vital part of the ED team and acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff. RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION:  High School diploma or equivalent plus trade or vocational school in medical/surgical patient care.CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:  Current BLS issued through American Heart Association is required.  Proof of EMT course completion or completion of 1st level of nursing school required.  Two (2) years of experience as CNA or CMA can substitute for course completion.  De-Escalation certification preferred.SKILLS: Must have critical thinking skills and the ability to prioritize quicklyKnowledge of methods and techniques of:Emergency medical responsePrinciples of emergency medical service provisionFirst aid and life supportAbility to operate and maintain emergency medical apparatus and equipmentExcellent communication skillsAbility to read and interpret technical reports, charts, etc.Ability to write concise reportsAbility to handle a high level of stress and to maintain composure under a variety of adverse conditionsComputer skills required to enter data and generate reports. EXPERIENCE:  One year EMT, CNA or CMA experience preferred.  NATURE OF SUPERVISION:-Responsible to: Reports directly to ED Director/ED Clinical Manager or designee for essential job duties and day-to-day responsibilities. ENVIRONMENT:- Bloodborne pathogens - B Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to x-rays and infectious diseases such as hepatitis-B and AIDS. In addition, may be subject to varying unpredictable situations such as violence from mentally unstable patients. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking, kneeling, bending, and heavy lifting. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity must be within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required. The work is not only physically strenuous but can be stressful, sometimes involving life-or-death situations and suffering patients.

DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:  Provides compassionate, effective outpatient clinical wound care to patients, often in fast-paced environment.  May case-manage a group of patients, will work under guidance of clinic physicians and Clinical Coordinator, provide patient/caregiver wound related education, communicate with other healthcare providers regarding a patient’s care, enter and evaluate data, maintain patient charting.   RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s Degree required. Four years experience and/or training directly applicable to Position Summary may substitute for degree.CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:  Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with current New Mexico license or compact state license.  BLS issued through the American Heart Association required, ACLS preferred.  Wound Care and/or Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy certifications preferred.SKILLS: Basic/operable computer skills requiredMust have obvious concern for patient welfareMust have sound organizational skills and the ability to analyze dataMust be able to read, understand and implement professional journals as well as regulatory documentsAbility to learn and use wound care productsAbility to multi-task and possess effective and mature communications skillsAbility to read and speak Spanish a plus.EXPERIENCE:  Experience in general nursing, wound care, hyperbaric oxygen and outpatient clinical operations preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: Responsible to:  Clinical CoordinatorENVIRONMENT: Bloodborne Pathogens: BExposure to infectious disease, bloodborne pathogens and caustic chemicals; occasional unpredictable physically demanding situations.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations as well as move or assist in moving, lifting, positioning, pushing, transferring patients as well as equipment or supplies. Frequent prolonged standing and walking, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, often in fast-paced environment. Hearing & visual acuity within normal limits.