Sign On Bonus Eligible, up to $25,000! UHS Wilson Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Unit Coordinator to support our Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The ICU Nurse Unit Coordinator plays a key role in coordinating the daily operations of the unit while promoting a caring, healing, and patient-centered environment.
In this role, you will function as a clinical resource and role model for staff, monitor assignments and performance, identify potential operational or patient care concerns, and actively participate in Quality Improvement initiatives. This position works under the direction of the Nursing Manager and in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, the Code of Ethics for Nurses, and UHS and Nursing Division policies and philosophy.
At UHS, we believe that every connection matters—from the way we support our patients in critical moments to how we empower our teams to grow and succeed. If you're ready to contribute to strategic planning, drive departmental goals, and lead with empathy in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to make a meaningful impact where every connection truly counts. #IND2 EJob DescriptionEssential Functions:Determines staffing needs and schedules for 24 hour coverage of patient care needs.
Supervises the assignment of patients and allocation of nursing staff according to patient needs, patient acuity, and staff skill mix. Functions as a clinical consultant for patients, families, department staff, physicians and other hospital departments. Troubleshoots clinical and operational matters collaboratively.
Participates in the recruitment, interviewing and hiring of staff for the operating room. Plans, coordinates and participates in clinical education including orientation of new staff and education to meet learning needs of staff. Provides direction and assistance to students and faculty.
Mentors and coaches staff toward professional growth and development. Completes performance appraisal process for technical and support staff (i.e. assistants, aides, unit secretaries) as assigned in collaboration with the Nurse Manager. Assists with performance appraisals for RNs and others as requested.
Provides recognition and retention activities in conjunction with the Nurse Manager. Monitors and ensures staff/unit compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements and professional standards. Participates in the review and revision of department policies and procedures.
Acts as a liaison between staff and management. Participates in the development and implementation of the department performance improvement plan in conjunction with the Nurse Manager and others as relevant. Executes the duties and responsibilities of the Nurse Manager in his/her absence.
Assumes “on call” responsibilities when covering for the Nurse Manager. Maintains a clinical practice by providing direct patient care when needed. Oversees the preparation of supply requisitions and inventories equipment and supplies.
Non-Essential Functions:Duties the employee may perform that are not essential as defined in the
. Participates in the Clinical Ladder Program as knowledge and expertise develops. Will perform other duties as assignedEducation/ExperienceMinimum Required:A graduate of an accredited school of NursingBachelors in Nursing or evidence of planned completion within two (2) yearsThree (3) years of clinical nursing experiencePreferred:Bachelors in NursingPrevious experience in relevant nursing practice settingPrevious experience in a supervisory roleLicense/CertificationMinimum Required:Current New York State Registered Nurse LicenseCPR within 3 months of hireCompletion of professional certification in the relevant specialty practice as soon as eligible (generally after 2 years of experience in the specialty)Preferred:Current professional certification in the relevant specialty Work Environment Work is performed in an office environment and patient care areas which require working in proximity to other employees and patients.
Rooms are air conditioned and heated. Frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting. Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants. PPE (Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, and Gloves) as required by UHS Hospitals Infection Control policies. Age of Patients ServedAll Age GroupsHIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient InformationAll – Access to patient information, including restricted information – Level 4