Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN - Inpatient Rehab
About The Position
The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) for Inpatient Rehabilitation serves as the clinical anchor and operational supervisor for the inpatient rehabilitation unit at Doctors Regional, part of Corpus Christi Medical Center. The CNC ensures and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care and coordinates unit functions during the designated shift. In collaboration with the management team, the CNC directs, monitors, and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures, serves as a resource for staff, and models the organization’s vision, mission, and values. The role oversees daily clinical operations, patient throughput, and multidisciplinary coordination to support patients’ medical and functional recovery. The CNC works with physiatrists, physical and occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and case managers to coordinate individualized treatment plans and patient progress. The unit supports patients recovering from conditions and injuries including stroke, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, major joint replacements, and multi-system trauma. The CNC mentors and supports nursing staff, promotes shared governance and patient advocacy, and helps maintain compliance with CMS and Joint Commission requirements. The position also partners with the management team to review quality metrics, address operational bottlenecks, and implement improvements that support departmental performance.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited diploma, associate, or baccalaureate registered nursing program.
- Current Registered Nurse license in Texas or a Multi-State Compact License. Employees with a compact RN license must obtain a Texas RN license within 90 days of hire.
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
- At least 1 year of clinical rehabilitation experience as a licensed RN in an acute care setting.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily clinical operations, patient throughput, and multidisciplinary coordination of the inpatient rehabilitation unit to maximize functional patient outcomes.
- Monitor, evaluate, and direct patient-centered nursing care in compliance with hospital policies, CMS inpatient rehabilitation facility regulations, and CARF standards.
- Collaborate with physical, occupational, and speech therapists and rehabilitation physicians to design, implement, and track individualized patient progress and discharge readiness.
- Serve as a clinical resource, mentor, and advocate for nursing staff, promoting professional accountability and shared governance during the shift.
- Model the organization’s vision, mission, and core values to foster safety, patient advocacy, and a positive patient experience.
- Partner with the management team to analyze quality metrics, address operational bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
- Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
- 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
- Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
- Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
- Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
- Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
