Nurse Coordinator RN - Medical Observation

POSITION PURPOSE

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Nurse Coordinator on our 5 North Medical Observation unit. The Nurse Coordinator plays a vital leadership role in delivering safe, high-quality care and ensuring smooth day-to-day unit operations in collaboration with the Nurse Manager.

What You Will Do

• Day-to-Day Operations & Leadership: The Nurse Coordinator assumes delegated accountability from the Nurse Manager for staffing, scheduling, workflow coordination, and operational oversight. This is a frontline leadership position that combines clinical expertise with team support and resource management.
• Charge Nurse Leadership: Function as the Charge Nurse and operational lead during assigned shifts.
• Daily Unit Rounds: Lead weekday rounds to review patient status, staffing, and care planning with the interdisciplinary team.
• Patient Assignments & Workflow: Prepare the daily agenda, assign nurse/tech teams, set break schedules, and organize overall workflow for the unit.
• Staffing & Scheduling Support: Assist in forecasting staffing needs and adjusting schedules based on patient census and acuity.
• Admissions Oversight: Review new admissions for clinical appropriateness and coordinate necessary accommodations for care.
• Collaboration & Communication: Maintain regular dialogue with the Nurse Manager and Nurse Educator to align on priorities, implement initiatives, and support staff development.
• Mentorship & Team Development: Coach and support staff, model professional behavior, and resolve conflicts using Relationship-Based Care principles.
• Operational Awareness: Be familiar with the unit’s budget and the volume-adjusted staffing model to support effective resource use.
• Joint Commission Preparation: Actively participate in preparing the unit for the upcoming Joint Commission (JC) survey, including implementing and reinforcing standards, protocols, and compliance measures.

Position Benefits And Highlights

• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.
• Benefits effective Day One!
• No waiting periods.
• Retail savings plan with employer match.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health.
• Tuition Reimbursement.