Community Health Rn Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY: Under general direction of the Community Health and Outreach Director, the Community Health RN Coordinator (CH/OR RN Coordinator) provides leadership to regional teams who support community health planning activities, agency and community relations, resource development for community health improvement projects; and to do related work as required. This position is responsible for working with the community and managing the regional CH/OR teams to support community health planning and/or support activities to improve the health of Native Americans in the NVIH service area.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list, but rather to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) will be required to perform a variety of duties listed, including but not limited to:

• Provides care management services to patients with complex health care needs and creates a patient-centered self-management plan that ensures access to medical, dental, & behavioral health services and lifestyle interventions to improve health outcomes.
• Provide team and regional leadership and support to CH/OR team, including but not limited to staff evaluations, coaching/counseling, motivate and inspire staff to work as a cohesive and productive team.
• Ensures CH/OR programs within the region are functioning to meet the expectations of the program and the community
• Provides oversight and supervision for day-to-day programming, including onboarding of new CH/OR staff, monitoring/auditing caseloads of CH/OR team members to provide guidance and support for complex cases; and supporting case conference meetings.
• Provides effective support to patients and works with NVIH staff, and the community to support all phases of public health planning; assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation; applies interpersonal skills to enhance collaboration of NVIH staff, community members and agencies toward common health outcome improvement goals.
• Plan and participates, in collaboration with NVIH staff, to obtain input for community health and outreach planning activities, such as health fairs, health events, and health educational programs.
• Facilitates and participates in program quality improvement projects, as well as Government Performance Results Act (GPRA) activities to improve program workflows and patient health outcomes.
• Assists with preparation of grant applications or funding proposals and to promote the development of resources to support innovative population-based health promotion efforts.
• Assists in reviewing and revising policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience and Skills:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are required for an employee to successfully perform their duties.

• Valid and current California Registered Nursing License.
• BSN or PHN certificate preferred.
• One (1) year experience as an RN.
• Demonstrates clinic knowledge and skills that will be essential in conducting health assessments and developing a patient-centered health plan in accordance with best practice standards.
• Ability to learn, adapt, supervise and/or direct others, display concern and initiative, and be resourceful and calm in emergencies.
• Clinical leadership experience, preferred.
• Proficient in case management skills to support patients and collaborate with providers on complex patient cases.
• Demonstrates ability to think creatively and critically to support various initiatives.
• Effectively communicate in a clear, concise manner, including but not limited to public speaking.
• Demonstrates ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team members and community health organizations to ensure effective coordination of patient care.
• Demonstrates understanding of age-related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served by adapting style, treatment and plan to each population.
• Ability to use electronic health records and maintain current, accurate medical records, charts and health plans. Familiarity with Microsoft applications, such as Outlook, Excel, Word, & Teams
• Work independently under limited supervision, prioritizes work assignments, show excellent organizational skills, and works well under pressure of deadlines
• Ability to travel and operate GSA vehicle for business purposes

Job Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Retirement Plan