Charge Nurse

CommonSpirit Health; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 52,555 - 78,178; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Work/life balance support

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a RN Care Coordinator in Hot Springs, Arkansas. In this role, you will navigate the healthcare journey for patients, ensuring exceptional care and timely transitions. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, managing schedules, and advocating for patient needs.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a strategic approach to healthcare. This position offers a competitive pay range and is part of a reputable health network that values both patients and employees.

Qualifications

• Possess strong clinical acumen.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills.
• Strategic mindset driven by a passion for optimizing patient care.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach new and existing staff.
• Prepare and oversee unit schedules.
• Oversee daily staffing plans to meet department needs.
• Establish patient assignments for the team.

Skills

Clinical acumen

Communication and advocacy skills

Strategic mindset

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (BSN)

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Registered Nurse: AR

Tools

Basic Life Support - CPR

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a RN Care Coordinator, you will be a central figure in patient care, seamlessly navigating the healthcare journey to achieve optimal outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.

Every day, you will strategically assess, plan, and facilitate comprehensive care across the continuum, expertly advocating for patients while collaborating with physicians, nursing, departments, insurers, and post-acute providers to ensure timely, high-quality transitions.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong clinical acumen, exceptional communication and advocacy skills, and a strategic mindset, all driven by a passion for optimizing patient care across every touchpoint.

Human Resource Management

• Functions as a clinical and leadership mentor and coach to new and existing staff
• Assists with preparation and oversight of unit schedules.
• Works with department management to balance schedules
• Oversees and adapts the daily staffing plan to meet the department’s needs
• Establishes patient assignments for a team of employees.

Job Requirements (Required)

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, upon hire
• Registered Nurse: AR, upon hire
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 90 Days
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support, within 90 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) within one year, or obtaining a bachelor degree within 2 years of assuming position, upon hire
• Participation in the Nursing Career Advancement Program

Where You'll Work

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. With more than 280 licensed beds, CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization serving the health care needs of Hot Springs, Ark., and surrounding communities. CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs and CHI St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock are two of just over 400 Magnet hospitals nationwide and two of just four in Arkansas. As a Magnet institution, CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs achieved Magnet status for the first time on October 14, 2020 and employs the highest standards of quality and ensures that patient care and safety are the top priority. Studies show that Magnet hospitals have better overall patient outcomes than non-Magnet hospitals.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well‑being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.

Pay Range

$38.15 - $56.75 /hour