Chronic Care, Wellness and School Based Clinic Coordinator

Description

History:

Martin County Hospital District (MCHD) was organized in 1967 and has boundaries coterminous with Martin County, Texas. It is located in the heart of West Texas. Opened in 1949, the hospital was originally located near downtown Stanton. This facility served the community well for many years but was replaced with a state of the art 18 bed facility in 2012. The new facility is located on I20, and has been designated as a Critical Access Hospital

Summary of Responsibilities

 The Chronic Care, Wellness, and School Based Clinic Coordinator is responsible and accountable for clinical expertise for specific patient populations. The nurse will oversee and perform disease management, assessment of disease states, care plan development, facilitation, and evaluation, education and referral to appropriate resources. Collaborates with internal and external   resources or disciplines in an effort to achieve optimal clinical outcomes for the patient. Oversees and is responsible for the Chronic Care Management Programs, School Based Clinic Program, and other programs that promote wellness and prevention in specific and or vulnerable populations. Conducts outreach and coordinates events to promote wellness, patient empowerment, and prevention in the community and within the clinic. The coordinator will also apply business principles to reduce costs, better outcomes, and will actively participate in quality improvement processes as pertained to the Chronic Care, Wellness and School Based Clinic programs of the clinic.    

Requirements

Education

Graduate of a School of Professional Nursing - LVN or RN

Licenses/Certificates

Must have a license to practice professional nursing by the Texas Board of Nursing or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact.  

Successful completion of AHA approved courses in BLS upon hire   

Experience

One (1) year experience as a Professional Nurse - LVN or RN

Mission Statement

Committed to excellence, Martin County Hospital District will provide the highest quality, compassionate care to improve the lives of those we serve.

Vision Statement

Martin County Hospital District strives to ensure the availability and viability of patient-centered primary and specialty care in a rural setting.

Martin County Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, strong morals, values, and ethics. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.