What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Clinical Coordinator OB position at ST JOHNS HEALTH?

Job Summary:

The area specific Clinical Coordinator role works as an integral part of the leadership team and assists with administrative help as defined by the departmental Manager or Director. This role provides clinical direction for staff on a day-to-day basis within the area of expertise in the organization. The role works in accordance with organizational professional standards of care and nursing standards of care, all in alliance with policies and procedures to enhance a culture of safety, drive quality patient care, and operational excellence.

In planning for a healthy future for the organization, this position requires a full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission and Strategic Plan of St. John’s Health. It is anticipated that the person occupying this role will always demonstrate behaviors that are consistent with St. John’s Core Values and Vision and maintain trust and collaboration with both staff and leadership individuals. This role, in alliance with the Manager/Director acts as a mentor to others to promote individual growth and development of clinical personnel.

Essential Functions:

Administrative and Clinical Direction

·Assists with the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures for the unit.

·Promotes interpersonal growth in team building.

·Utilizes risk management knowledge to identify high risk situations and initiates appropriate intervention in collaboration with the Manager/Director.

·Supervises nursing activities related to patient care.

·Acts as a clinical resource to staff.

·Oversees staff to ensure safe, efficient coordination of care for patients/clients.

·Manages employee schedules and/or employee timecards, as directed by leadership.

Leadership

·Supports and promotes the SJH mission/vision/values to all staff.

·Participates and supports the SJH and departmental Performance Improvement Program.

·Participates with Leadership Team to complete objectives and constructive on-going evaluations in a timely manner.

·Annually updates the competencies of all employees in area served to ensure new processes are included and works closely with educators to ensure that employees receive a thorough orientation.

·Represents the Manager/Director in their absence on hospital committees (as assigned) and communicates information in a timely manner.

·Assists with the formulation and maintenance of policies and procedures for the area of supervision.

·Supervises and provides leadership to the staff by acting as a role model.

·Communicates effectively with medical staff to problem solve and utilizes the chain of command when necessary.

·Promotes effective communication between interdisciplinary medical teams.

·Actively supports nurse Practice Councils as directed by Manager/Director.

·Participates in interviews/hiring of new staff, as directed by area manager/director.

Operational Aspects

·Assists Manager/Director with monitoring budget: repairs, supplies, staffing FTE’s, capital, salaries, and productivity.

·Is available to assist staff in clinical and/or stressful situations.

·Ability to prioritize needs of area served when changes or situations occur.

·Ability to communicate needs with Manager/Director and/or House Supervisor as necessary.

Direct Patient Care

·Fulfills Job Description of RN.

·Supports staffing in direct patient care when scheduled and/or at times of emergency situations, high census, open holes in schedule or as assigned or requested by the Manager/Director.

·Acts as a clinical resource to staff.

·Rounds on patients and staff as needed and necessary to resolve patient and/or family issues.

·Act in Charge Nurse role as needed.

Department Specific Duties

·Staff Leadership and Clinical Direction: Provides day-to-day administrative and clinical direction for nursing staff in the OB department, acting as a clinical resource for staff.

·Patient Care Coordination: Ensures safe and quality patient care for antenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonate populations, including coordinating complicated cases.

·Operational Management: Assists with budget management, monitors OB unit staffing needs, and ensures safe, efficient coordination of care.

·Performance Improvement: Participates in the departmental Performance Improvement program, evaluates nursing staff performance, and contributes to continuous quality improvement initiatives.

·Policy and Procedure Oversight: Assists in formulating and implementing policies and procedures to ensure quality care and safe practices in the OB department.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Education

Required: Associate degree in nursing (ADN/ASN)

Preferred: Bachelor’s (BSN) or Master’s degree in nursing (MSN)

Specialty certification in area of expertise.

Minimum Work Experience

Required:. Minimum of 1 year in Labor and Delivery and 2 years RN experience

Preferred: Minimum 2 years acute care experience

Required Licenses: Current RN license with the authority to practice in the State of Wyoming, BLS, ACLS, FHM, NRP and STABLE required at time of hire.

Functional Demands:

Working Conditions:

Occasional or frequent stressful situations depending on situations.
Must be on-site at the SJH campus or other areas associated with the organization to fulfill the responsibilities of the role.

Physical Requirements:

75% of time standing and walking.
Ability to push, pull, lift, and move patients as needed. Assistance available.
Ability to lift to 50 pounds.

Direct Reports:

Unit Staff RNs and CNAs

Reports to:

Manager of Obstetrics

Internal and External Contacts: Staff, hospital departments, physicians, patients, families, and visitors.

Leadership Capabilities:

Building Effective Teams
1. Allocates resources necessary to reach goals
2. Creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; creates a feeling of belonging
3. Defines success in terms of the whole team
Directing Others
1. Establishes clear directions
2. Sets "ambitious" but realistic goals
3. Distributes the workload appropriately
Holding Staff Accountable

a. Deals with problems with staff firmly and in a timely manner

b. Takes responsibility and makes tough decisions when all other efforts fail

Patient Focus
1. Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of patients
2. Gets firsthand patient feedback and uses it for improvements
3. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients and gains their trust and respect
Process Improvement

a. Is committed to continuous improvement through empowerment and management by data

b. Creates a learning environment leading to the most efficient and effective work processes

Quality Decision Making
1. Considers many factors and sources when making decisions
2. Is correct and accurate with most of his/her solutions and suggestions when judged over time
3. Is sought out by others for advice and solutions

Salary : $45 - $68

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