RN Sepsis Coordinator - Full Time - Days (UTICA, NY)
Company: Mohawk Valley Health System
Location: Utica
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Summary The RN - Sepsis Coordinator oversees the hospital's
Sepsis Program to improve patient outcomes. Responsibilities
include developing and implementing protocols, educating staff,
analyzing sepsis-related data, and collaborating with
multidisciplinary teams to ensure early identification and
treatment of patients with sepsis. Core Job Responsibilities -
Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day implementation and management
of the hospital's sepsis program. - Create and implement
evidence-based sepsis protocols to ensure consistent and timely
patient care. - Develop and deliver training programs to educate
healthcare staff on sepsis recognition, treatment, and best
practices. Educate nurses and providers to identify and treat
symptoms in a timely manner. - Collaborate with various
departments, such as nursing, medicine, and laboratory services, to
coordinate care and improve patient outcomes. - Ensure the sepsis
program meets regulatory requirements and internal quality
standards. - Act as a clinical resource and subject matter expert
for sepsis care throughout the organization. - Actively round on
patients with suspected or confirmed sepsis to ensure patients
receive appropriate care. - Evaluate and analyze utilization of
treatment protocols for patients experiencing sepsis to reduce
mortality rates and decrease patient length of stay - Collect,
analyze, and report on sepsis-related data to identify trends,
monitor performance, and drive quality improvement initiatives. -
Use data and evidence to drive decisions at point of care that
improve and optimize care delivery for patients, and clinical
outcomes. - Report data to leadership and quality management teams.
- Lead or participate in meetings with other members of hospital
staff related to sepsis or related topics. - Actively engage and
participate in committees or initiatives that promote patient and
workplace safety, optimal clinical outcomes, and satisfaction. -
Utilize process excellence tools and processes to improve the
quality of patient care delivery and outcomes. - Perform related
duties as directed. Education/Experience Requirements REQUIRED: -
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or health-related field required (will
consider candidates actively pursuing this degree on an individual
basis). - Three (3) years clinical experience, with knowledge of
sepsis pathophysiology, early recognition, and evidence based
treatment of disease and patient management. - Excellent verbal,
written and interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with
all levels of staff and regulatory agencies. - Ability to educate
and influence interdisciplinary teams. - Proficient with EHR
systems (Epic) and data collection tools. PREFERRED: - Master of
Science in Nursing (MSN). - Lean Six Sigma training. - Experience
as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. - Experience with current sepsis
guidelines. - Completion of Sepsis education/certification courses
(e.g., Surviving Sepsis Campaign). - Knowledge of Quality
Management, Performance Improvement and Utilization Management
requirements and methodologies; including data abstraction and
analysis. Licensure/Certification Requirements REQUIRED: -
Registered Nurse licensed in State of New York. Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin,
ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al),
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected
veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be
required to undergo a background verification with an external
vendor. Job Details Req Id 96629 Department INFECTION PREVENTION
Shift Days Shift Hours Worked 8.50 FTE 1 Work Schedule SALARIED
GENERAL Employee Status A1 - Full-Time Union Non-Union Pay Range
$73K - $110K Per Year
Keywords: Mohawk Valley Health System, Utica , RN Sepsis Coordinator - Full Time - Days (UTICA, NY), Healthcare , Utica, New York
