RN Clinical Coordinator (PRN)

*JOB PURPOSE:* Supervises the patient care activities performed by other RNs, LPNs and CNAs.
The Clinical Coordinator communicates with Physicians/CNO/staff, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.
Provides professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients.
Any position that has direct patient care is considered to be safety sensitive by Avem Health Partners standards.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:* * Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
* Responsible for fostering a positive work environment.
* Communicates to the Nurse Manager, CNO and CEO of situations that may place facility at risk.
* Provides direct patient care as required based on staffing and patient acuity.
* Contributes to the assessment of the patient.
* Participates in the development and modification of the plan of care.
* Implements the appropriate aspects of the patient plan of care.
* Delegates such tasks as may safely be performed by others, consistent with educational preparation and that do not conflict with the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act.
* Provides safe and effective nursing care rendered directly or indirectly.
* Administers medications as stipulated by the policies and procedures of the facility.
* Communicates with all members of the healthcare team.
* Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards.
* Evaluates, and regularly re-evaluates the nursing needs of the client; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions of the client's plan of care.
* Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and/or other appropriate health professionals as often as needed, changes in the client condition.
Ensures documentation reflects.
* Responsible for keeping current in nursing trends and knowledge.
Participates in In-service programs as required.
* Must be able to provide clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs * Ensure all safety and infection control practices are followed.
* Distributes and documents medications (including narcotics) according to established standards and regulations.
* Respond to emergency situations.
* Maintain confidentiality of client and patient information.
* Participates in orientation for new hires.
Serves as a preceptor as requested.
* Performing other duties as assigned within scope of practice.
* BEHAVIORIAL STANDARDS:* * The individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model within the company.
* Exhibit positive customer service behavior in every day work interactions.
* Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.
* Communicate accurately and appropriately.
* Handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner.
* Hold self-accountable for professional practice.
* Interact and cope effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness.
* Participate in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care.
* Demonstrate knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals.
* Keep current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions and best practices in patient care.
* Assume responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth as well as meeting mandatory education requirements.
* Act as a preceptor as requested.
* Demonstrate excellent work attendance and attend and actively participate in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required.
* Adhere to the Avem Health Partners Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior.
Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements.
* EDUCATION/** CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE**:* * Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program * Current RN license issued by the State of Oklahoma Board of Nursing * Current BLS (or obtained within 30 day of hire) * Current ACLS (or obtained within 30 days of hire) * EXPERIENCE:* * Three (3) years of clinical experience preferred.
* LTAC, Critical Care or ICU experience preferred.
* PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:* * To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duties satisfactorily.
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Such accommodations must be requested by the employee/applicant to be considered.
* This job requires visual abilities, auditory abilities, must be intact to perform duties.
#INDMP Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching Work Location: In person