RN - Clinical Coordinator (OB/GYN)

Columbia University is one of the world's most important centers of research and at the same time a distinctive and distinguished learning environment for undergraduates and graduate students in many scholarly and professional fields. The University recognizes the importance of its location in New York City and seeks to link its research and teaching to the vast resources of a great metropolis. It seeks to attract a diverse and international faculty and student body, to support research and teaching on global issues, and to create academic relationships with many countries and regions. It expects all areas of the university to advance knowledge and learning at the highest level and to convey the products of its efforts to the world.

SUMMARY:

Join the ranks of one of the world's leading centers of patient care at Columbia University Medical Center. Open up your career to all facets of nursing care—from the basic to the most complex—which will be put into practice within an interdisciplinary health care team. Instill yourself with the values and principles of nursing excellence, our nurses realize their passion for making a difference in the lives of their patients.

The Clinical Coordinator will assist physicians in all treatments and procedures, perform preoperative patient interviews and assessments including pre-op instructions, post-operative patient care and instructions, prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Work closely with the Site Manager in the clinical supervision of Medical Assistants, ensuring all competencies and clinical responsibilities are completed accurately and ensuring that Medical Assistants are updated with new medical procedures and techniques

    Observe, report and record patient’s condition, reaction to drugs and treatment, compile and record all patient laboratory information.

    Assist providers during clinical practices, record patient histories and vital signs, venipuncture, injections and collect/prep specimens.

    Prepare pre and post-operative surgical room including cleaning, sterilization and maintenance, monitor use of equipment, surgical instruments and supplies including the ordering of medical equipment and supplies

    Triage calls and advise appropriate clinicians when necessary.

    Assists in improving and maintaining the existing laboratory and pathology tracking system

    Maintains precise records of all specimens obtained and sent for testing

    Maintain weekly MA schedules/coverages

    Weekly maintenance of Code Cart and Emergency medications/supplies for cart

    Ensure all medications and injections are logged and accounted for

    Other duties as assigned

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus four years of related experience
Must have a current New York State Registered Nurse License
2 years outpatient OB/GYN clinical experience
2 years of related supervisory experience
BCLS Required
ACLS Preferred

Apply here: https://jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1461265592769

Columbia University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.