Job Description

The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Responsibilities

The Disease-Specific Program Coordinator works with physician and administrative leadership to promote optimal patient care for a disease-specific patient population at a site-based level and to collaborate with peers across Legacy Health to promote integration of best practices throughout the organization. Serves as clinical expert resource for staff providing disease-specific patient care. Facilitates team coordination in the provision of evidence-based care. Develops and maintains disease-specific protocols and processes to support provision of care in conjunction with Service Line leadership (if applicable). Supports patient and community education. Prioritizes work and effectively manages time and projects with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

Education:

Academic degree in nursing (BSN or MSN/MN) required. Internal candidates promoting may meet the degree requirement with verification of bachelor’s or master’s degree in progress with an expected completion date within 2-years of the promotion date; progress will be reported periodically to the site Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).

Experience:

Two years of experience in the provision and coordination of care for the disease-specific patient population required, 3 years preferred. Experience leading performance improvement efforts and disease-specific program management strongly preferred.

Skills:

Demonstrated skills in patient assessment, multidisciplinary collaboration, problem solving, data analysis, leading change, teaching, coaching, written and verbal communication. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and clinical information systems.

Licensure

• Current applicable state RN License required.
• For RNs working in both Oregon and Washington, Oregon and Washington RN licensure required.
• BLS through AHA.
• Specialty certification for the disease-specific patient population preferred.

Pay Range

USD $57.63 - USD $86.08 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you