Clinical Coordinator (RN)

Clinical Coordinator-Critical Care Unit

Position Summary:

Responsibilities include assisting the nurse manager with staffing, Kronos and performance appraisals and participating in 2nd level coaching and/or disciplinary actions with the nurse manager and human resources.

Responsibilities:

• Assures quality, safety and satisfaction outcomes are met on his/her shift
• Coordinates appropriate patient placement and facilitates patient flow
• Works with staffing office to determine appropriate staffing based on census, patient acuity, and skill mix
• Adjusts assignments and staffing levels as needed throughout shift and addresses any conflicts as they arise
• Demonstrates ability to adapt model of care delivery to resources available
• Escalates safety concerns appropriately and participates in patient safety initiatives
• Assures emergency readiness-crash cart and other safety checks are completed per unit requirement
• Ensures that policies, procedures, and protocols are utilized to prevent staff injury
• Upholds Nursing by-laws and Professional Practice Model; uses chain of command and Kootenai Health's Patient Care Concern Algorithm as needed for physician communication
• Maintains compliance for accreditation standards
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications :

• BSN or active enrollment and completion required within 6 months of hire
• Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program
• Licensed as a RN by the Idaho Board of Nursing OR licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the multi-state privilege to practice compact with Idaho
• Minimum of 2 years' leadership or nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred
• BLS required from American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or Healthcare Provider Card from the American Heart Association
• ACLS, if required by the department
• Procedural Sedation, if required by the department
• Kootenai Health approved professional certification to be obtained within 12 months or when eligibility requirements are met

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1 st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.