Clinical Coordinator, NonExempt

Lifepoint Health • Paris, TX

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About The Position

A Clinical Coordinator assists with the daily coordination of personnel and resources within the scope of assignment. Acts as the liaison between the nursing departments and all of the ancillary departments to promote continuity of care, optimal patient outcomes, patient satisfaction, cost efficiency and compliance.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Licensed RN in good standing

Nice To Haves

• BSN Preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinates staff scheduling, educational/development activities and performance evaluations.
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing, pharmacy and other healthcare team members/departments to determine, coordinate, and provide medical nutrition therapy.
• Identifies and resolves issues affecting the delivery of clinical services.
• During tour of duty, maintains constant communication between all nursing areas and the registration area in order to facilitate a smooth through put of patients.
• Provides basic direct patient care as needed.
• Insertion of PICC lines when ordered by the physician.
• Accesses Hickman catheters and port-a-cath lines when needed.
• Responds to all in hospital emergencies to guide and assure appropriate outcomes.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• During tour of duty, rounds on all post surgical or procedural patients.
• Provides ‘just in time’ education for staff during tour of duty.
• Assists physicians with procedures.
• Reports all incidents or unusual events to their Director or appropriate supervisor.
• Provides moderate sedation when required.
• Knowledgeable of policy and procedure.
• Understands and practices within the scope of practice as an RN.
• Abides by and promotes the behavioral performance standards as set by the facility.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees