RN Behavioral Health Clinical Coordinator Nights
Merit Health · Jackson, MS · 4 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Job Summary
The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for coordinating clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care, and supporting staff within a designated department or clinical area. This role involves overseeing workflows, managing resources, and fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The Clinical Coordinator serves as a key point of contact for clinical inquiries, process improvements, and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
Essential Functions
- Captures and maintains accurate documentation related to patient care, clinical activities, and quality measures as required.
- Serves as a liaison between clinical staff, physicians, patients, and families to facilitate communication and resolve concerns.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Participates in emergency response planning and execution, supporting staff and patients during critical situations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting required.
- 1-2 years of prior experience in a coordination role preferred.
- Strong clinical knowledge and the ability to oversee complex patient care situations.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration among interdisciplinary teams.
- Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing operational challenges.
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations, policies, and quality improvement practices.
- Ability to train, mentor, and support clinical staff in adhering to best practices and standards.
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required.
- BLS - Basic Life Support required.
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.