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Patient Navigators provide a single and centralized point of patient access to physician and radiology services across disciplines. This includes Internal and Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Cardiology, OB/GYN, Endocrinology, Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, and Pain Management Patient Navigators thrive on working in a fast paced environment, have a strong ability to multi-task, are technically savvy, service oriented, communicate effectively and consistently display a professional demeanor. Delivers an exceptional experience to patients, customers and physicians who contact the Access Center by facilitating patient access throughout Cooper’s provider network

A nonexempt position responsible for the nursing care under the supervision of physicians, providers and/or registered nurse(s). May be involved in both the clinical and administrative areas including physical assessments, medication administration, promotion of wellness through patient education and teaching, care of the patient environment and organizational tasks. Maintains working knowledge of regulatory standards and is accountable to sustain these standards in daily operations. Initiates and implements patient teaching plans. Clinical direction, oversight and competency review is provided by medical providers and ambulatory professional development team in coordination with office management.

A Registered Nurse who has completed educational preparation in Wound Ostomy and Continence Nursing and demonstrates professional competence in this specialized nursing field.         Nursing practice includes: - care of patients with selected disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and integumentary systems.   - In consultation with the clinical nurse and members of the health care team impacts on nursing care and positive patient outcomes.     Responsibilities include: - clinical practice, staff education, patient education, and research. The CWOCN serves as a significant member of the multidisciplinary health care team.

Appointment scheduling to patients PCP within 7 days or discharges. If patient has no PCP, assist with obtaining PCP and schedule appropriate appointment within set guidelines Facilitate patient discharge from 24/7 Emergency Department by coordinating/scheduling follow-up appointments. Works closely with both primary care physicians and physicians in all specialty areas to coordinate patient’s care plan for consultations, procedures, testing, surgeries or other services as ordered by the treating ED provider. Verify insurance coverage and demographic information. Collect and receipt patient payments. Responsible for retaining patients in the Cooper Health System whenever possible by scheduling directly in Centricity Business system, Central Scheduling, or calling physicians’ offices directly. Schedule patients for appointments with community services when appropriate. Ability to work collaboratively with and communicate with multidisciplinary teams on behalf of the patient. Inform patients of billing policies and managed care referral and/or pre-authorization requirements. Assists patients and their families with obtaining referrals from PCP to needed specialist when needed. Provides support and counseling to patients and families as appropriate. Communicates with referring providers as appropriate to address patient and physician needs. Partners with patients, families, the interdisciplinary team and community resources to provide well-coordinated, timely, and exemplary care. Serves as a resource for community resources. Track and report weekly on all scheduled services. Float to other ED Registration work areas, as needed, to assist with patient access to Cooper services. Position will cover all discharged patients on IP units, CDU, Urgent Care Centers, Cooper Camden ED, Salem ED, and other hospital-based care areas as deemed in scope.

Appointment scheduling to patients PCP within 7 days or discharges. If patient has no PCP, assist with obtaining PCP and schedule appropriate appointment within set guidelines Facilitate patient discharge from 24/7 Emergency Department by coordinating/scheduling follow-up appointments Works closely with both primary care physicians and physicians in all specialty areas to coordinate patient’s care plan for consultations, procedures, testing, surgeries or other services as ordered by the treating ED provider Verify insurance coverage and demographic information Collect and receipt patient payments Responsible for retaining patients in the Cooper Health System whenever possible by scheduling directly in Centricity Business system, Central Scheduling, or calling physicians’ offices directly Schedule patients for appointments with community services when appropriate Ability to work collaboratively with and communicate with multidisciplinary teams on behalf of the patient Inform patients of billing policies and managed care referral and/or pre-authorization requirements Assists patients and their families with obtaining referrals from PCP to needed specialist when needed Provides support and counseling to patients and families as appropriate Communicates with referring providers as appropriate to address patient and physician needs Partners with patients, families, the interdisciplinary team and community resources to provide well coordinated, timely,and exemplary care Serves as a resource for community resources Track and report weekly on all scheduled services Float to other ED Registration work areas, as needed, to assist with patient access to Cooper services Position will cover all discharged patients on IP units, CDU, Urgent Care Centers, Cooper Camden ED, Salem ED, and other hospital based care areas as deemed in scope

Dental hygienists collaborate with dentists, dental assistants and office administrators to manage patient appointments and provide custom care for each patient. Performs technical skills for oral health and patient education for oral health maintenance.  Perform a range of dental treatments, maintain equipment, and help patients feel comfortable when receiving dental work.

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), assists with patients’ activities of daily living and plan of care. Communicates with and supports healthcare team, patients and/or patient’s family or significant other(s). Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.   1. Supports the activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting/hygiene, and assisting with mobility and transport. Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice. 2. Performs technical duties as directed by RN, such as phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, Foley catheter care specific to population served and documents appropriately. 3. Identifies and communicates changes in patient’s status to RN and responds appropriately. Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice. 4. Reinforces education of patient and family/responsible party regarding individual care needs and safety issues. 5. Participates in Cooper patient satisfaction initiatives and goals. Participates in the performance improvement activities. Assists in orientation of new hires. 6. Completes annual unit-specific competencies by specified due date. 7. Attends Staff Meetings when available for documents review of staff meeting minutes. 8. Assists in admission, transfers and discharges of patients to and from the unit

  Manages day to day operations of the department including timekeeping, payroll, recruitment, prioritizing assignments, and training. Escalates any issues that may impact the Volunteer department during the year Ensures that all departments are staffed with volunteers they have requested and that the resources are used effectively and smoothly

The Graduate Nurse (GN) is a professional care-giver who, as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team, assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and who supervises and provides care to these patients utilizing the nursing process including the therapeutic use of self. The GN holds a temporary emergency RN license and shall be eligible to work only under supervision in an acute care facility licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health. Such supervision may be in the form of a preceptor relationship. Follows established policies and procedures. Communicates openly with internal customers and supervisors. Provides excellent customer service interfacing well with all levels of staff, management and physicians. Applies Cooper core values. Other duties as required. The following tasks will not be performed by the GN: •Procedures not signed off by the RN preceptor or Clinical Educator that requires competency. •Direct or supervise other healthcare staff. •Make assignments for other staff.

Assumes responsibility and accountability for the direction, implementation and evaluation of patient care services within the assigned unit at the direction of the Clinical Director and in his/her absence. This role is broad in scope and requires the ability to work independently and apply a high degree of judgment. Assigns workload and assumes responsibility for the operational functioning of the department. Ensures the delivery of patient care through the coordination of customer services and the leadership and management of the nursing unit at the direction of the Clinical Director. Assists the Clinical Director in coordinating interdepartmental and ancillary activities to ensure quality, cost-effective patient care. Assists the Clinical Manager in directing the preparation and maintenance of patient’s clinical record, including nursing and medical treatments and related services provided by the Registered Nurse. Assists the Clinical Director in leading the patient care team to meet the needs of the customers and to achieve departmental objectives. Assists the Clinical Director in ensuring that the staff participates in educational activities and the evaluation process to enhance their personal growth and development. Acting as a liaison between nursing and medical staff, serving as a problem-solver and mediator for positive change; develops and maintains effective intra and interdepartmental relationships.