Clinical Coordinator; RN

Responsibilities include assisting the nurse manager with staffing, Kronos and performance appraisals and participating in 2nd level coaching and/or disciplinary actions with the nurse manager and human resources.

Responsibilities:

• Assures quality, safety and satisfaction outcomes are met on his/her shift
• Coordinates appropriate patient placement and facilitates patient flow
• Works with staffing office to determine appropriate staffing based on census, patient acuity, and skill mix
• Adjusts assignments and staffing levels as needed throughout shift and addresses any conflicts as they arise
• Demonstrates ability to adapt model of care delivery to resources available
• Escalates safety concerns appropriately and participates in patient safety initiatives
• Assures emergency readiness-crash cart and other safety checks are completed per unit requirement
• Ensures that policies, procedures, and protocols are utilized to prevent staff injury
• Upholds Nursing by-laws and Professional Practice Model; uses chain of command and Kootenai Health’s Patient Care Concern Algorithm as needed for physician communication
• Maintains compliance for accreditation standards
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications :

• BSN or active enrollment and completion required within 6 months of hire
• Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program
• Licensed as a RN by the Idaho Board of Nursing OR licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the "multi-state privilege to practice" compact with Idaho
• Minimum of 2 years’ leadership or nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred
• BLS required from American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or Healthcare Provider Card from the American Heart Association
• ACLS, if required by the department
• Procedural Sedation, if required by the department
• Kootenai Health approved professional certification to be obtained within 12 months or when eligibility requirements are met

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility.
  
  Benefits begin on the 1 st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
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