Nursing Excellence Coordinator (RN)

Logan Health•Kalispell, MT

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Logan Health is seeking a registered nurse to serve as a Nursing Excellence Coordinator, advancing clinical practice and improving patient and staff outcomes through process improvement, evidence-based practice, education, and collaboration. The role primarily supports ambulatory clinics and works across ambulatory and inpatient settings with clinical managers, educators, providers, clinical staff, and other Logan Health leaders. The coordinator also provides direction and oversight for Shared Governance, aligning its goals and activities with strategic nursing and system goals. The position is based at Logan Health Medical Center in Kalispell, Montana. It is a full-time position of 40 hours per week on a day shift with variable hours. Schedules may be adjusted to accommodate position and organizational needs. The coordinator supports nursing excellence, patient- and family-centered care, quality and safety, and Logan Health’s Magnet and Pathways journeys. The role includes using data and computer systems to monitor outcomes and guide improvement work, maintaining records and reporting data, reviewing relevant policies and procedures, and serving as a nursing excellence subject matter expert.

Requirements

Current Montana RN license or a multi-state 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.
Excellent 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-direction, critical thinking, and ability to set priorities and work both 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.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

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.
Collaborate with staff and leadership to develop, standardize, and improve clinical workflows that support established objectives.
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, and guide improvement efforts, including completing data entry as needed.
Coordinate Shared Governance activities and councils, facilitate meetings, and establish and continuously 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 collaboratively with stakeholders while supporting patient- and family-centered care.
Stay current on new 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 in a timely manner and maintain nursing excellence records according to department protocol.
Review nursing excellence policies and procedures for compliance and provide input to assigned leadership.
Serve as a subject matter expert in nursing excellence and represent Nursing Excellence at staff and nursing management levels.
Maintain membership in a professional organization through networking, continuing education, and participation in relevant activities.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.