Clinical Nurse Coordinator- PT Nights

Position Summary

Supervise the clinical operations of all nursing floors in the absence of the Nurse Manager and/or Director of Nursing. Assume administrative responsibilities for the Center in the absence of executive administrative personnel.

Position Responsibilities

• Communicate with patients, families, and other health professionals in a manner that conveys respect, caring, and sensitivity.
• Make clinical rounds to ensure that nursing care is being provided appropriately.
• Support nurses in expediting medical intervention in situations involving a change in a patient’s status.
• Ensure that safety and security measures are in place to provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Absentee in crisis situations, and in immediate clinical and management circumstances.
• Assess and intervene as necessary in family matters requiring immediate attention, and refer appropriately to Nurse Manager/DON and/or Social Service Department for long-term management and follow-up.
• Monitor compliance with established nursing standards, policies, and procedures on all nursing floors.
• Adjust staffing and time scheduling for shifts to meet immediate needs and resolve problems.
• Communicate concerns and issues to Nurse Manager/DON.
• Collaborate with Nurse Managers/DONs in writing annual reviews. And implement corrective actions needed.
• Serve as a resource and advisor to staff in areas of counseling and the development of personnel.
• Communicate with the Administrative Coordinator and appropriate Nurse Manager/DON on staffing, scheduling, clinical, and administrative issues.
• Collaborate with Nurse Manager/DON to assure that all nursing personnel adhere to established standards of practice, policies, and procedures throughout the shifts.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with support staff throughout the facility.
• Monitor appropriate use of supplies and equipment to ensure compliance with budgetary allocations.
• Conduct education programs in collaboration with Professional Development Department.
• Collect and analyze data for research projects for assigned shifts as assigned.
• Participate in Nursing advisory committees and meetings.
• Prepare and maintain required records and reports.
• Participate in and support Quality Improvement program and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Computer literacy preferred.
• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and ANA Certifications in Geriatrics and/or Nursing Administration preferred.
• Minimum of five years of supervisory experience in a similar setting.
• Acute care experience recommended.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, particularly in relation to problem solving and staff development.
• L.B.S. Certification required / A.C.L.S. Certificate preferred.