Clinical Nurse Coordinator Medical Surgical

Job Description

Job Description

As a Clinical Nurse Coordinator in the Medical Surgical unit, your insights and contributions to patient care are highly valued and encouraged. You will engage in open, collaborative relationships with your direct supervisor and participate in formal avenues such as hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. Your role will be pivotal in shaping decisions that enhance patient outcomes and the future of nursing.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-focused care and overseeing all functions within the unit or department during assigned shifts. Working alongside other management team members, the CNC directs, monitors, and assesses nursing care in line with established policies and procedures. This role also serves as a resource for staff and exemplifies a commitment to the organization’s vision, mission, and values, thereby supporting an exceptional patient experience and clinical outcomes that enhance overall departmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

In this position, you will:

• Assist with the admission and discharge processes to promote efficient patient flow and high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Engage in the continuous evaluation of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit, collaborating with other management team members.
• Work with subject matter experts and fellow managers to foster a teamwork-oriented environment that enhances outcomes and service delivery.
• Champion a patient-first philosophy and participate in service recovery when necessary.
• Facilitate the facility's engagement initiatives by implementing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding and hourly check-ins.
• Provide input on interviewing, selecting, and training new staff. Recommend and execute actions related to training and development, conflict resolution, personnel policy adherence, performance evaluations, and disciplinary measures to ensure a competitive organization.
• Assist with staff scheduling and manage all practical aspects of labor in alignment with patient care needs and established productivity standards.
• Support effective inventory management and assist in overseeing supplies and equipment.

QualificationsEducation & Experience:

• Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience is required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Training:

• Must hold a current license as a registered professional nurse in the state(s) of practice and/or possess an active compact license, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 6 months.

Benefits

Our organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support the health, life, career, and retirement of our team members. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits covering medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs, including paid time off, paid family leave, and both long- and short-term disability coverage.
• Savings and retirement resources, featuring a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and scholarships for dependents.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

“Nurses are fundamental to healthcare delivery and serve as its backbone. We are dedicated to providing nurses with the necessary tools and resources to deliver outstanding patient care, advocate for the profession, and support the advancement of nursing’s future.”

If you believe this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, we encourage you to apply for the Clinical Nurse Coordinator Medical Surgical position. All applications will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are actively interviewing, so apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.