Transition Care Coordinator Registered Nurse, Cancer Center

143579 Transition Care Coordinator Registered Nurse, Cancer Center Req #: 0000229563 Category: Nurses Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Department: Cancer Ctr-Admin Pay Range: $95,000.00 - $127,000.00 per year Location: 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039 Job Title: Coordinator RN Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr Department Name: Cancer Ctr-Admin Req #: 0000229563 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $95,000.00 - $127,000.00 per year Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Overview: Since 1865, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, formerly known as Saint Barnabas Medical Center, New Jerseys oldest nonsectarian hospital, has worked to exceed our communitys highest expectations for compassionate, comprehensive health care. Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center is one of the largest health care providers in the state, treating more than 32,000 inpatients and 82,000 Emergency Department patients each year. Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center has long been recognized as a leader in providing world-class care providing more than 100 medical and surgical specialty and subspecialty services. Required Certifications and Licenses/experience: Baccalaureate degree or higher Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Currently licensed to practice professional Nursing in the State of New Jersey BLS Certification Required Previous oncology experience and OCN preferred Scheduling Requirements: Full time - Days Monday - Friday Job Description: Contributes to the care of any hospitalized cancer patients by engaging patients in the transitional care management process and by collaborating with the outpatient clinicians. This person meets with patients upon admission to the inpatient unit, participates in multidisciplinary daily rounds, ensures the coordination and confirmation of appointments and follow up requirements for discharge, including but not limited to: Identify patients at an increased risk for discharge barriers or readmission Clinic appointments Treatment appointments Diagnostic tests Consultation appointments Radiation/Oncology appointment Referring community provider appointments Confirmation of home needs Review discharge checklist and instructions with patients and caregivers Essential Functions: The Oncology Care Transition Coordinator is a registered professional nurse who under the supervision of the Oncology Care Transitions Manager contributes to the care of any hospitalized cancer patients by engaging patients in the transitional care management process and by collaborating with the inpatient and ambulatory clinicians. This person meets with patients upon admission to the inpatient unit, participates in multidisciplinary daily rounds, ensures the coordination and confirmation of appointments and follow up requirements. Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jerseywhether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer   At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees deliver on our mission to build and sustain a healthier New Jersey every day. To ensure our employees can bring their best selves to work, we strive to provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that is market-competitive and supports physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Benefits for eligible positions at RWJBarnabas Health include the following: Paid Time Off (PTO) We understand how important it is for our employees to take time off to be with their families, recover from illness, travel, and more. Our competitive time-off package includes: Holidays Vacation Sick Time Benefits and Perks Our employees and their family members are our patients, too! Many of our medical plan options provide access to RWJBarnabas Health’s world-class doctors and facilities at no cost to those enrolled. Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long-Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs and Health Coaching Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!   Meet Jackie, an RWJBarnabas Health Emergency Department nurse. 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