RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator – Gastroenterology

Position Summary
As part of a multidisciplinary team, this clinical nurse coordinator position is within the Inflammatory Bowel Disease section of the Division of Gastroenterology, providing advanced, high-quality care to individuals affected with chronic inflammatory GI disorders such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. The position provides direct clinical support as well as phone support to a high-volume practice that utilizes complex therapies and most up-to-date standards of care.
Washington University in St. Louis RN jobs offer a competitive salary and exceptional employee benefits. Enjoy 20 vacation days & 10 paid holidays a year, a 7-10% matching 403(b), Dependent tuition and so much more! This St. Louis RN role is a premier position for life work balance. All of our RN position at Washington University in St. Louis offers you a unique opportunity to combine medical research with patient care. Most WashU RN jobs hold regular clinic hours — no nights or weekends — and all are within an environment characterized by innovation and excellence. Our Washington University clinics can be located in all St. Louis counties, Illinois and St. Louis City.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• This position consists of ~50% clinical support and 50% in-office phone support with variable work schedule. 
• Clinical support consists of collaboration with the provider and care team members in the facilitation of patient care on an outpatient setting, providing order and prescription entry into the EMR, patient education on new medications/therapy management and disease monitoring, as well as the facilitation of patient resources.
• In-office support consists of considerable phone volume providing skilled triage, critical thinking in collecting a thorough patient assessment verbally over the phone, education and collaboration/communication within the patient care teams.
• Management of high-profile therapies that are infusion based, self-injected and/or orally administered that require thorough patient education to ensure therapy adherence, frequent/close lab monitoring, procedures for disease assessments and close appointment follow up.
• Utilization and implementation of patient resources including therapy support resources and financial assistance.
• Coverage of other staff within the same nurse coordinator role when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of techniques and methodologies used in developing, coordinating and managing clinical research projects with working knowledge of database management, spreadsheet and statistical analysis software.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Two years of nursing experience.

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

• Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, in accordance with the Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support Certification, Level C, or obtains certification within one month of employment (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements).

Grade
S26

Salary Range
$59,600.00 – $103,600.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected]  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.