Nursing Excellence Coordinator (RN)

Logan Health Medical Center•Kalispell, MT

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Logan Health is hiring a registered nurse as a Nursing Excellence Coordinator, based at Logan Health Medical Center in Kalispell, Montana. The coordinator advances clinical practice and improves patient and staff outcomes through process improvement, evidence-based practice, education, and collaboration. The role primarily supports ambulatory clinics and works with teams across ambulatory and inpatient settings, partnering with clinical managers, educators, providers, clinical staff, and other Logan Health leaders. It also provides direction and oversight for Shared Governance, aligning its goals and activities with the organization’s strategic nursing and system goals. The coordinator supports nursing excellence initiatives, including Logan Health’s Magnet and Pathways journeys. The role develops and improves clinical processes, translates research into practical improvements, supports staff education and coaching, and uses data to monitor project outcomes. Other duties include facilitating Shared Governance meetings, reviewing policies and procedures for compliance, maintaining records and reporting data, and serving as a subject matter expert in nursing excellence. The position requires regular attendance and may include other duties consistent with the role’s required knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week day-shift position with variable hours. Schedules may be adjusted to accommodate position requirements and organizational needs. The position is based in Kalispell, Montana.

Requirements

Current Montana RN license, or a multistate compact license authorizing nursing practice in Montana.
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
Current Healthcare Provider CPR.
Strong initiative and ability to work independently, manage projects, and follow through on priorities.
Strong data skills and proficiency with Excel, Microsoft Office applications, and related tools.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate meetings, provide education, and coach staff.
Ability to collaborate with clinical teams, providers, educators, and leaders across care settings.
Sound judgment in identifying when to seek guidance or involve other team members.
Ability to translate research and evidence-based practices into practical clinical workflow improvements.
Excellent organizational skills; attention to detail; self-starter; critical-thinking skills; and ability to set priorities and work independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to teamwork and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for communicating with varied audiences.
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
Ability to learn other software as needed.
Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance as scheduled.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, or willingness to obtain it.
Experience with change management, action planning, and leadership training.

Responsibilities

Coordinate process-improvement projects, primarily within ambulatory clinics, and work with staff and leadership to develop standardized clinical workflows supporting established objectives.
Collaborate with clinical staff and leadership to develop, standardize, and improve clinical workflows.
Review scholarly literature and clinical research to identify evidence-based practices that inform improvement initiatives and enhance clinical outcomes.
Coach and educate staff on evidence-based practice, process-improvement methods, clinical workflows, and participation in Shared Governance.
Use data and computer systems to support projects, monitor outcomes, guide improvement efforts, and complete data entry as needed.
Coordinate Shared Governance activities and councils, facilitate meetings, and establish and monitor progress toward goals and objectives.
Support Logan Health’s Magnet and Pathways journeys through nursing excellence initiatives and collaborative improvement efforts.
Formulate objectives, goals, and strategies with stakeholders while supporting patient- and family-centered care.
Stay current on trends and best practices and incorporate them into Nursing Excellence practices and programs.
Develop and implement systems and processes that improve staff and patient quality and safety.
Report data promptly and maintain records related to nursing excellence according to department protocol.
Review policies and procedures related to nursing excellence to ensure compliance.
Provide input to assigned leadership and serve as a subject matter expert in nursing excellence.
Facilitate meetings effectively and represent Nursing Excellence at staff and nursing-management levels.
Maintain membership in a professional organization and develop knowledge and resources through networking, continuing education, and participation in professional activities.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.