Registered Nurse - Clinical Surveillance Unit Coordinator

Quick Facts

• Role: Registered Nurse (Clinical Surveillance Unit Coordinator)

• Schedule: 07:00AM–15:30PM

• Telework: Not available

• Virtual: Not virtual

Description

The Clinical Surveillance Unit Coordinator tracks suspicious diagnostic exams through diagnosis and ensures the right clinical follow-up is completed via a “double-check” system with communication to the Primary Care Provider (PCP). The coordinator facilitates tracking and follow-up for suspicious lung nodules, abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA), and hepatic lesions, aiming for measurable outcomes in veteran satisfaction and clinical improvement. The role also ensures compliance with accreditation, VISN, and OIG requirements and promotes a positive, transparent CSU process.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track abnormal images (including lung nodules)

• Alert clinicians when abnormal images require action

• Collaborate with informatics teams to improve reporting systems

• Coordinate follow-up imaging for pulmonary, hepatic, and AAA patients

• Improve veteran-centered care through patient education, care management, and appropriate system utilization

• Organize in-services and training for the Clinical Surveillance system

• Identify system problems, lead improvement processes, and evaluate outcomes

• Use appropriate care coordination strategies to deliver quality, coordinated care while controlling costs and improving efficiency

• Conduct an annual system-wide needs assessment and develop annual/projected plans

• Identify required CSU resources within the station and CBOCs

• Consult on CSU methods and approaches, including unit design

• Collaborate across SA V AHCS disciplines to encourage CSU use

• Participate in at least one educational activity per year for professional development

• Promote CSU visibility via seminars and meetings

• Review and monitor compliance with Joint Commission accreditation standards

Benefits

A comprehensive federal benefits package is available (eligibility depends on position type).