Clinical Coordinator, (RN)

Lifepoint Health • Hot Springs, AR

13h • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Coordinator for the Medical-Surgical unit acts as a key clinical and administrative leader, overseeing daily operations, facilitating patient flow, and supporting nursing staff to ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience, ideally within Medical-Surgical or ICU settings.
• Proven leadership capabilities, including staff scheduling, mentorship, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, clinical standards, and relevant regulations (HIPAA, Nurse Practice Act, CMS, and TJC).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills; adept at multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification (per unit requirements).
• Proficiency with EHR systems and basic financial or budget monitoring skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Master’s or post-grad certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide shift-by-shift operational oversight, including admissions, transfers, and discharges, to ensure smooth patient flow and effective team coordination.
• Monitor and evaluate nursing care delivery in line with hospital policies and clinical standards; serve as the unit’s clinical resource.
• Assist with staff scheduling, mentorship, onboarding, performance evaluation, and conflict resolution.
• Collaborate across departments (e.g., case management, pharmacy, other hospital units) to enhance continuity of care.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives by monitoring patient care metrics, engaging staff in audits, and implementing evidence-based best practices.
• Participate in unit-level and hospital-wide meetings and committees; read and disseminate relevant policies, protocols, and safety guidelines.
• Facilitates staff and patient/family communication, including service recovery when applicable.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, such as HIPAA and the Nurse Practice Act.

Benefits

• Shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees