Bariatric Program Coordinator

We are recruiting for a motivated Bariatric Program Coordinator to join our team!

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Department

Bariatric Ctr of Excellence

Job Summary
Under minimum supervision coordinates care of surgical bariatric patients from preoperative evaluation and education, through clinic care, and postoperative follow-up. Performs nursing care at an expert level, advising and monitoring delivery of patient care.
Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates knowledge and applicability of the principles of growth and development over the life span, as well as demonstrating the ability to assess data reflecting the patient’s status and interpreting appropriate information relative to the age specific needs of the patient(s) to whom care/services is being delivered/provided. (10%)
• At a minimum, the success with which employees produce the results expected utilizing the above methods, techniques and approaches with specific patient age groups, shall be assessed via observation and/or competency review and/or patient outcome assessment. (10%)
• Performs according to the AHA Standards of Nursing Specialty. (10%)
• Knowledgeable in operational aspects of care throughout the care continuum including auxiliary departments (radiology, lab's, etc.). (10%)
• Is knowledgeable about the bariatric continuum of care including standards (national and regional), guidelines, and relevant policies and procedures. Maintains Bariatric Program database to include data-entry, reporting and troubleshooting. Ensures data is accurate entered in a timely fashion. (10%)
• Organizes and conducts bariatric patient group education sessions (English and Spanish) to include securing a room and speakers, preparing a power point presentation and developing and preparing materials for the session. (10%)
• Organizes the development of a comprehensive patient reference manual. Ensures manuals are attractive, translated, at the appropriate reading level and kept current (10%)
• Tracks and manages bariatric patient population. Ensures patients meet preoperative requirements and attend preoperative appointments. Ensures patients are not lost to follow up and receive the appropriate post operative care. (10%)
• Program marketing, promotional material development, web-site development, etc. Ensure materials and web-site remain up-to-date. (5%)
• Respond and provide any requested information to patients or referring providers by phone, e-mail and in person. Respond to requests for information generated from the DHMC website. (5%)
• Takes the lead in identifying Program needs and follows through. (5%)
• Participates in research activities. (5%)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years Three years of professional nursing experience. Required

Licenses:

• RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Shift

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$71,668.00 - $107,502.00 / yr

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program 

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Denver Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our commitment to diversity visit: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.