What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLINICAL COORDINATOR-RN - PACU - Full-Time- Varies position at The Christ Hospital Cardiovascular Associates?
Job Description
The Clinical Coordinator works under the direction of the Manager in support of Patient Care Services and unit specific goals. They are responsible for assisting with the coordination of patient care and providing support and directions for staff in the performance of their duties. They also provide direct patient care as necessary. They supervise daily operations assuring regulatory compliance and acting as a liaison between management and staff. The Clinical Coordinator is instrumental in creating a positive public image and working environment.
Responsibilities
Administrative Leadership
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives in assigned areas to improve outcomes.
- Demonstrates knowledge of job standards and key requirements for each staff position in assigned areas of responsibility, holding staff accountable for the responsibilities inherent to their positions. Communicates with Manager regarding staff performance. Has knowledge of and ensures all Joint Commission requirements are followed by all staff.
- Provides feedback to staff.
- Provides information to manager to assist with staff discipline as appropriate.
- Provides input to manager for performance evaluations as defined by HR.
- Supports peer review systems and participates in peer review for staff.
- Provides structure and opportunity for staff nurses to establish and accomplish their goals.
- Participates in regular leadership and staff meetings.
- Creates an atmosphere that encourages staff participation in nursing and hospital based activities.
- Supports professionalism through ethical conduct, appearance, positive communication, attendance and holding self-accountable for same standards set for staff.
- Participates in councils, task forces, and special projects as assigned or requested and provides opportunities for staff.
- Ensures that patient satisfaction targets are achieved and maintained.
Operations
Finance
Professional
Population Served
Qualifications
EDUCATION : Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. All nurses hired after January 2010 must receive their BSN within 5 years of the date of hire. RN's who were employed at TCH prior to January 2010 and have more than 20 years of experience as an RN are permitted to pursue their BSN on a voluntary basis. An MSN or DNP are not required but superseded the requirement for the BSN.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE : Minimum of three (3) years in clinical nursing practice. One (1) year experience in leadership or charge role.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE : Demonstrates knowledge of nursing, healthcare, and organizational systems and strategies. Demonstrates knowledge and experience in performance improvement theory and application. Knowledge of JCAHO standards and other external organizations related to healthcare evaluation and accreditation. Well-developed communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS & / or CERTIFICATIONS :
Active RN License in State of Ohio / state of employment required, BLS and ACLS required
Membership in Professional Organization preferred, Certification in area of specialty preferred
Other Credentials Required or Preferred : NONE
