RN Clinical Coordinator - Radiology (Full Time, Evening shift)
Job Summary
M - F 12:30pm - 9pm
Assesses, plans, facilitates and evaluates the coordination of patient care according to unit/department policies and procedures. Provides clinical leadership, utilizes effective problem solving strategies and applies evidence based practice to improve patient care. Works under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director.
Job Specific Duties
* Coordinates & continuously monitors patient flow, supports patient throughout utilizing appropriate resources from admission, transfer or discharge & facilitates the processes in a timely manner.
* Identifies clinical strengths & opportunities, re-assigns patient assignments to support clinical competency, coaches & mentors employees to improve performance & clinical outcomes.
* Flexes the employees to align with census fluctuations, collaborates with the Operations Administrators and Nursing Staff Office to meet hospital needs.
* Promotes/practices cost containment and maintaining fiscal performance by ensuring appropriate supplies and par levels are maintained.
* Supports departmental goals and the hospital strategic plan. Actively participates in the nursing governance council and unit based committee.
* Conducts department huddles, communicates hospital and department updates and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) Patient Perception Survey data.
* Fosters staff empowerment and open communication, leads and guides staff to build a high performance and engaged team.
* Works collaboratively with all levels of the hospital interdisciplinary team and promotes the team concept within the department & hospital wide.
* Interacts with patients and families to review plan of care and solicits input and communicate any patient and family concerns to physician.
* Ensures the provision of education about disease processes, treatment and documents patient/family teachings on health related needs in the electronic health record.
* Administers direct patient care, as needed, especially during high census and/or when other resources are not available.
* Oversees and assists staff in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
* Responsible for patient care coordination on designated shift to include accountability for patient throughput and outcomes.
* Identifies opportunities to improve processes and assists with projects to enhance workflow utilizing Lean methodologies and tools.
* Assists and supports the RNs and team with code blue and rapid response efforts.
* Collaborates and rounds with a multi-disciplinary team in daily care planning rounds, as appropriate and fosters a Family Centered Care environment.
* Communicates the patient's progress including critical findings and changes in the patients' condition.
* Implements and documents the plan of care in collaboration with the other disciplines and services to assure safe and efficient care.
* Actively participates in the performance review process through chart reviews and validating timeliness of charting and all requirements are met.
* Ensuring all staff on the assigned shift is adhering to the regulatory requirements of the Joint Commission, CMS, DOH, & other accrediting agencies.
* Ensuring all staff is adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
* Promotes a safe "error free" working environment by consistently performing infection prevention are adhered to on their assigned shift.
Minimum Job Requirements
* CPR BLS -American Heart Association BLS
* PALS - American Heart Association PALS Specified by department within 1 year
* NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP/ACLS; Specified by department within 1 year
* RN - Registered Nurse RN Licensure within the State of Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
* 2-4 years RN clinical experience
* Experience as a Charge Nurse
* Microsoft Office Applications including Excel and Word experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Career Development: National certification preferably within 5 years of hire.
* BSN Degree or currently enrolled in BSN program.
* Strong customer service, problem solving, critical thinking, time management and conflict resolution skills.
* Pediatric Nursing in an acute care setting is preferred.
* Trauma certification as specified by the department.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to positively influence, hold self and others accountable.
* Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team, and lead a team to achieve business results.