RN Coord. ICU/PCU FT 40 hours

USMD Hospital At Arlington LP•Arlington, TX

54d

About The Position

The RN Medical Surgical/Telemetry Coordinator is a member of the care delivery team who sets standards for the level and quality of care. The coordinator supports a patient-first philosophy and provides service recovery when needed. The role includes leadership, partnership, collaboration, and supervision of Medical Surgical/Telemetry staff. The coordinator builds and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and families to achieve desired outcomes throughout the continuum of care, and demonstrates commitment to the community and nursing profession. The position requires graduation from an accredited School of Nursing; a BSN is preferred. Current Texas or Compact RN licensure and BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required. The posting calls for 3–5 years of clinical experience, with supervisory experience strongly preferred.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current RN licensure in Texas or a Compact state.
Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
3–5 years of clinical experience.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients and families.
Ability to work productively and effectively in a complex environment, manage multiple or changing priorities, and use specialized equipment.
Good clinical judgment, critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities related to patient care.
Critical-thinking skills to apply and lead others in applying the nursing process.
Verbal and written communication ability to effectively inform employees about activities and policies.
Numerical ability.
Ability to receive, comprehend, and carry out instructions; work safely with equipment, supplies, and materials; and comply with attendance requirements and Human Resource policies.
Ability to manage anger, fear, hostility, and stress appropriately; work effectively alone and with others; and handle multiple priorities.
Ability to stand and walk 6–10 hours and sit 1–2 hours.
Ability to crawl, climb, and reach up to one-third of the time; bend, squat, lift, carry, push, and pull one-third or more of the time; and continuously use hands for gross and precise motor functions.
Ability to lift up to and over 50 pounds up to one-third of the time and up to 25 pounds one-third or more of the time.
Exposure to body fluids.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
Supervisor experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and guidance to Medical Surgical/Telemetry staff in goal setting, problem solving, resource management, and outcome achievement.
Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer processes to support efficient throughput and high-quality, patient-centered care.
Direct and evaluate Medical Surgical/Telemetry patient care during designated shifts to ensure quality and compliance.
Model desired behaviors and foster an environment where staff can discuss actual and potential vulnerabilities without fear of reprisal.
Manage change and help others adapt to it.
Collaborate with other departments to address system and workflow issues affecting departmental or organizational goals and patient care delivery.
Support a patient-first philosophy and engage in service recovery when necessary.
Ensure staff follow standards of care established by the State Board of Nursing, State Nurse Practice Act, and other governing agencies.
Participate with the management team in ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit.
Maintain understanding of regulations applicable to patient care and department functions.
Demonstrate competencies listed on the competency validation form.
Follow hospital exposure-control plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
Communicate identified workplace safety hazards to peers and management.
Deliver nursing care to assigned patients, including education, treatment planning, pain management, and discharge planning using the nursing process.
Collaborate with Nursing Leaders to develop and implement policies and procedures consistent with organizational policies and nursing standards.
Assist with nursing staff orientation; identify needs and recommend staff development and education programs.
Assist with the design and implementation of curriculum for staff clinical competence.
Assist Nursing Leadership with recruitment, interviews, selection and hiring, and staff retention.
Conduct concurrent audits of patient care records for documentation compliance and recommend improvements.
Assist with departmental and hospital Performance Improvement Plans.
Assist in managing a comprehensive program to ensure The Joint Commission standards are met.
Check equipment availability and working condition and report findings.
Coordinate with the supply coordinator regarding department supply needs.
Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
Maintain confidentiality of hospital and patient information.
Attend mandatory education programs and understand responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.