Clinical Coordinator, Medical Surgical

The Clinical Coordinator has a dual role. This dual role includes time at the bedside either
as a charge nurse or primary nurse in addition to administrative responsibilities. In collaboration with the
Assistant Vice President of Nursing and Clinical Nurse Manager, assists him/her in the daily management of the
unit, in the coordination of patient flow, in assuring appropriate staffing, budget compliance, and in the
preparation of performance evaluations. The Clinical Coordinator functions as a clinical expert for the unit,
participating in the ongoing professional development of the team members and in the orientation of new team
members. The Clinical Coordinator is expected to participate in unit-based and organization-wide committees
and task forces, and to make a significant contribution to the unit’s performance improvement and patient safety
initiatives.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.

A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Education & Training:  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.  Currently licensed as an RN in the state of Maryland.  Bachelors’ degree in Nursing is strongly preferred.  Certification in BCLS is required; ACLS certification is preferred.

Work Orientation & Experience:  The Clinical Coordinator has a minimum of three years of recent nursing experience in appropriate specialty setting; including one (1) year Charge Nurse experience.  Proven clinical competence and proficiency in the area of specialty is required. 

Skills & Abilities: Ability to:  a) convey effective verbal and written communications; b) utilize basic assessment and critical thinking skills; c) organize and manage time effectively setting appropriate priorities; d) make independent decisions consistent with current policies, procedures and nursing standards; e) successfully complete standardized dosage exam; f) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts; g) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; h) respond to emergency situations appropriately, and i) adhere to standards of behavior and support Culture of Excellence.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 Compensation

• Pay Range: $48.12-$67.57
• Other Compensation (if applicable): 
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide