Discharge Nurse Navigator (RN) - Full Time, Days

Job description

Work Location Orange, California Work Shift Day – 08hrs (United States of America) Why CHOC? At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you. Environmental Sustainability Statement Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety. Job Summary The Discharge Nurse Navigator (DNN) as part of the Discharge Navigator Nurse team, utilizes evidence-based approaches to the hospital discharge process, assisting patients/families navigating their hospitalization course to assure a safe transition of care to home. The DNN conducts daily rounding on inpatients, proactively identifying potential barriers/gaps to discharge, collaborating and following up with the appropriate members of the healthcare team, and assist in optimizing each patients’ discharge planning. The DNN reinforces education of diagnosis, plan of care, medications, home care needs, etc., utilizing teach-back technique in all aspects of care from admission throughout their admission to time of discharge. As part of the DNN team, the DNN actively participates in quality improvement activities to improve processes and outcomes as related to assuring a safe transition home for CHOC’s patients and families. Pay Range Minimum $59.81 Midpoint $77.75 Maximum $95.69 Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements. Experience • Required: Minimum two (2) years of inpatient pediatric experience. • Preferred: Five (5) + years of nursing experience, two (2) + years of inpatient pediatric experience. Education • Required: Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited school. • Preferred: Master of Nursing degree. Training • Required: N/A • Preferred: Nursing certification. Specialized Skills • Required: Knowledge of and ability to provide appropriate family-centered patient care based upon age appropriateness and cultural and spiritual needs. Understanding of pediatric acute care inpatient hospital processes and workflow. Excellent customer satisfaction skills, understand and exceed customer expectations. Effective communication skills. Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner; work collaboratively and in a positive manner with others; prepare timely and accurate documentation and reports; perform work according to CHOC policies and procedures, professional standards of care, and applicable laws. Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in response to unexpected changes in workload/staffing. Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards. Provides care with sensitivity and respect. Advance care through development of new ideas and technology. Promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission. • Preferred: Bilingual English/Spanish. Licensure • Required: CA Registered Nurse (RN); Basic Life Support (BLS); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Neonatal Resuscitation Provider - Essentials (NRP) - American Heart Association. Neonatal Resuscitation Provider - Advanced (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics. Work Environments - Functional Demand: Light - Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher). Physical Activity Requirements: Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35% Sensory Requirements: Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision Environment Requirements: Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations Non-Discrimination Statement: CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities. If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.