RN Care Coordinator Anticoag - Strategic Insurance Development - FT

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week. Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus for qualified RNs.

Summary

The Care Coordinator–Anticoagulation works closely with physicians and clinic staff to deliver RN-level care management in a centralized anticoagulation program. The role involves assessing, monitoring, and adjusting anticoagulation therapy, educating patients, and coordinating care to maintain safety and therapeutic goals. The anticoagulation Care Coordinator supports PCMH initiatives by meeting quality process and performance objectives through data collection, data analysis, and process outcome evaluation.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of relevant clinical experience
• Demonstrated leadership and autonomy in nursing practice
• Strong understanding of anticoagulation and lab interpretation
• Licensed Registered Nurse required; current state license prior to start date
• Additional state licensure must be obtained within 6 months of hire
• Patient outreach limited to state of current licensure until dual licensure is obtained
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Clinical Knowledge & Assessment

• Understand coagulation processes, vitamin K role, thrombogenesis, hypercoagulable states, and antithrombotic therapy
• Identify cardiovascular indications for anticoagulation and explain mechanisms of warfarin and other anticoagulants
• Assess impact of medications, disease states, diet, lifestyle, and psychosocial factors on therapy adherence

Patient Education & Management

• Provide initial and ongoing education on anticoagulants, diet, activity, and self-testing
• Manage pre- and post-procedure warfarin protocols; develop Lovenox bridging schedules
• Instruct patients on subcutaneous anticoagulant administration (e.g., Lovenox)

Lab Monitoring & Dosing

• Adjust warfarin dosing based on INR results, clinical judgment, and department protocol
• Monitor for signs of bleeding or thromboembolism and refer appropriately

Coordination & Continuity of Care

• Communicate with other anticoagulation nurses, department medical director, providers, pharmacists, and physicians
• Develop a patient-specific care plan with associated goals
• Assess and address any barriers to care and goal attainment
• Support PCMH initiatives through quality improvement, participation in PCMH/Population Health meetings, and educating on best practice models
• Active member of the Care Coordination team; participate in team meetings, regional Case Management meetings, and lead discussions on expertise
• Engage in ongoing professional development

Other Duties

• Other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of this position
• Up to 25% travel is required

Pay

Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus for qualified RNs.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week.