Clinical Coordinator - Med Surg

Hi-Desert Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program
• Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

About the Role

At the direction of the assigned Nursing Director, the Clinical Coordinator, RN, coordinates all patient care activities for a defined clinical unit during the designated shift, participates in the provision of quality patient care, and ensures cost-effective operations. Assists with administrative tasks such as scheduling, timekeeping, and helps develop unit goals. Participates in evaluating, coaching, and disciplining department staff as warranted. Participates in assigned meetings as needed and provides coverage for the Director when requested. The Clinical Coordinator may be required to work during all shifts to provide training or work with staff.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Director with employee evaluations and performance management.
• Utilizes observation techniques, chart review, and patient interviews to evaluate staff nurse performance and quality of patient care delivered.
• Assists employees to improve/maintain performance by establishing goals with measurable performance outcomes, action plans, and time frames.
• Assists the Director in developing unit goals and plans for evaluating and achieving those initiatives.
• Makes shift patient care assignments and provides direction to other members of the patient care team to coordinate all aspects of a nursing unit/department for assigned shift(s).
• Assesses effectiveness of directions given and problem solves issues regarding patient care.
• Provides direct patient care when needed, evaluates outcomes, consults with other care providers as warranted, and adjusts nursing care interventions appropriately to ensure optimal patient care, including placement of patients at the proper level of care.
• Ensures schedules are completed timely and balanced with minimum core staff levels and skill mix to cover patient care needs, acting as a staffing/department management resource as needed.
• Participates in planning staff education and in-service related to staff or patient needs; new technology or products; quality and performance improvement opportunities with follow-up evaluations/assessment of program effectiveness.
• Performs Kronos timekeeping data entry and monitoring, meeting payroll deadlines.
• Demonstrates responsibility for cost containment, conservation of supplies and equipment, and provides input to the Department Director on budgeting matters.
• Demonstrates flexibility in the work setting with changing patient assignments, varying staff levels, and patient care environments, completing work on time.
• Assesses quality of nursing care on the units and implements necessary changes to promote excellence in practice.
• Assists in organization and follow-up on CQI projects and preparation for Joint Commission.
• Coordinates new hire process, education, competency verification, and development of staff.
• Maintains current competencies and skill levels required for work/specialty areas.
• Participates on committees, special projects, and teaching presentations as agreed with the Director.
• Identifies patients at risk for abuse as well as associated signs and symptoms and understands mandatory reporting requirements for healthcare professionals.
• Works to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and families.

Requirements

• Current California RN license.
• Current BLS Certification.
• ACLS required.
• Other certifications as required per assigned unit (e.g., NRP, PALS, MICN).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an acute care setting within area of clinical expertise.
• Recent supervisory/management experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge and understanding of differences in care requirements for the assigned area (age-specific care requirements).

Pay

$49.69 - $77.02 hourly. Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Full-time, night shift.