Bariatric Coordinator (RN)

Job description

This position is Sign-On Bonus Eligible. Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital's 3 Ridley-Tree accepts all medical-surgical patients and specializes in the care of surgical and trauma patients. This is a fast-paced unit with a focus on patient and staff satisfaction through teamwork, shared governance, and a commitment to quality. The unit has 32 beds and the capability for remote telemetry monitoring. We work closely with the Surgeons, Surgical Residents, and the Trauma Team. The ASMBS (American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery) has designated Cottage Health as a Bariatric Center of Excellence. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES / SPECIFIC JOB COMPETENCIES: 1. Utilizes the nursing process in collecting data and performing nursing care interventions on an on-going basis. 2. Documents all required information in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner, such as patient care changes and updating plan of care. 3. Delivers quality care in an organized manner within the scope of practice. 4. Coordinates, orders, and meets multiple patient needs and requests within acceptable time frame by managing workflow utilizing team resources. 5. Monitors and ensures the quality of healthcare practices, suc...