St. Tammany Parish Hospital
Location
Covington, Louisiana
The Care Coordinator assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, and evaluates options and services to meet an individual’s health needs. They facilitate the progression of care and monitor the patient's progress to ensure high-quality, patient-focused services.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing school with a preference for a baccalaureate degree and have 3-5 years of hospital adult acute care nursing experience. Current RN licensure in Louisiana and BLS certification are required, along with effective communication skills and a basic understanding of healthcare regulations.
Graduate of accredited school of Nursing, Baccalaureate degree preferred. Current RN licensure by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing 3-5 years of hospital adult acute care nursing experience preferred. Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: American Heart Association and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off. CCM, CMAC, or ACM preferred. Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and possess emotional and professional maturity. Basic understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Managed Care regulations. Organized and efficient in establishing priorities and performing tasks within specific timeframes. Self-motivated requiring minimal supervision. Views problems as a challenge and investigates alternatives which demand creativity, flexibility, and the ability to work under stress. Responsible for maintaining strict confidentiality of all verbal and written information and documents. Familiarity with and appropriate use of community resources. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 10 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - NONE Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling/feeling Contact Information: Shelby Johnson Matherne, HR Talent Partner Talent Acquisition - Human Resources EMPLOYMENT Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home. St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.
