Clinical Coordinators allocate human resources to promote efficient, effective, safe and compassionate nursing care using the unit-based staffing matrix. They are responsible for maintaining safe, compassionate nursing care based on current standards and practice. They promote shared decision-making and professional autonomy by providing input into unit-level decisions and keeping the staff informed at the unit level.
They problem solve to prevent a potential crisis, assess, evaluate, and manage unit operational issues and assist the nurse manager by sharing on-call responsibilities. The purpose of this position is to coordinate the completion of all required medicare and insurance documentation . The Clinical Coordinator provides education and training based on the staff’s needs while making sure that clinical competencies of staff meet standards of practice.
They facilitate an atmosphere of interactive management and the development of collegial relationships among nursing personnel and others. Clinical Coordinators serve as a link in continuity of care between nursing personnel and others healthcare disciplines and must have facilitate open communication to support the continuum of care for the patient. The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for (a) education and training of staff based on the specialty area, (b) staffing and scheduling using the matrix, (c) completion of payroll, (d) updating ANSOS on a regular basis, (e) completion of the unit performance improvement plan, (f) assisting in the completion of employee evaluations; and, (f) when needed, serving as a staff nurse.
The Clinical Coordinator assures that care is delivered with respect for patient rights and appropriate nursing services. The Clinical Coordinator is accountable for the unit environment in which clinical nursing is practiced. The Clinical Coordinator creates an environment that is open and respectful, and promotes the sharing of expertise to promote the benefits of health outcomes.
The ability of the Clinical Coordinator to enhance the practice of the environment is critical to the recruitment and retention of registered nurses. Clinical Coordinators contribute to the unit processes, day-to-day operations, standards of care, and attainment of goals of the assigned unit. Clinical Coordinators collaborate with the Nurse Manager or Director in planning, innovation, and evaluation of unit activities.
Qualifications
AS/Diploma/Regency degree is required Bachelor's degree is required Master's degree is preferred. Graduated from accredited school of nursing is required Valid WV RN license is required. Certification Specialty is preferred.
AHA BLS required. ACLS required. PALS required.
1 to 2 Years of Position-Related Experience required; 3 to 5 Years of Position-Related Experience preferred. The kind of position-related experience includes: -Demonstrated team building skills and leadership ability in the charge nurse role -Demonstrated ability to communicate appropriately and effectively -Demonstrated ability to delegate based on skill level of staff -Experience in effectively dealing with the public. -Knowledge and skill in management of patient care required -Demonstrated skill in management of patient care required -Knowledge of and use of performance improvement -Knowledge of and use of Staffing Matrix, management of ANSOS program with development of statistical reports -Takes initiative to identify and analyze problems; generates alternative solutions.
Takes appropriate risks that lead to improved work practices. -Demonstrates and promotes high standards for quality and productivity; focuses on results. -Demonstrates understanding and sensitivity to compliance issues related to corporate compliance plan.