Clinical Coordinator

Desert Care Network; Joshua Tree (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

HSAs/FSAs

EAP

Pet insurance

Job summary

Desert Care Network is seeking an RN Supervisor to oversee care management for a patient population within an assigned area. You will coordinate resources, lead nursing staff, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements to enhance patient and family satisfaction.

The role requires California RN licensure, an Associate Degree, and BLS certification, with a focus on leadership, staffing, and quality outcomes. Scheduling includes days, some weekends, and holidays to support NHPPD needs.

Qualifications

• CA RN license required.
• 2 years RN experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and mentor nursing staff.
• Coordinate care management within assigned area.
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal requirements.
• Oversee patient care delivery and documentation accuracy.
• Participate in weekend coverage and on-call rotation.
• Ensure staffing levels meet NHPPD requirements.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Team coordination

Policy compliance

Budget management

Education

Associate Degree

California RN license

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That's Why We Offer More Than a Job - We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

Shift: Days, 7:00am to 7:30pm, some weekends and Holidays required

Job Type: Full Time

Hours: 12

The RN Supervisor oversees the care management of a population of patients within an assigned area, unit or clinical function. The position conducts the nursing process-assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation-under the scope of the RN licensure. The position coordinates resource utilization, timely and appropriate care interventions, and interdisciplinary communication to enhance patient and family satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties

• Leads by example to promote excellence in resident care. Model a professional demeanor and act as a mentor.
• Assumes leadership role for daily operations and takes appropriate action.
• Demonstrates ability to delegate and achieve results through others.
• Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of healthcare using root cause analysis and monitors outcome trends.
• Demonstrates understanding of and ensures compliance with all State, Federal requirements.
• Facilitates and participates with the nursing staff in daily care risk identification and resolution, including communication with the patients, families and physicians.
• Involves staff in problem solving and resolution of patient/family and staff complaints/concerns.
• Collaborates with the Director of Nursing and others in planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care delivery.
• Ensures accountability for professional practice.
• Flexes hours when necessary to accommodate staff education; to address patient care issues; and to meet NHPPD.
• Rounds on residents, nursing staff, and families daily to ensure good outcomes. Supervises nursing staff, assists with hiring, education and disciplinary action of nursing staff. Completes performance evaluations, and supervises scheduling.
• Participates in weekend clinical coverage and "on call" rotation ensuring continuity of patient care, staff supervision and availability of nursing leadership to families and residents.
• Ensure patients have needed supplies, medications, and equipment to properly manage care.
• Makes daily rounds and spot checks documentation accuracy and completeness on new admissions, patients with change of condition (COC), patients triggering occurrence investigations, and patients to be discharged.
• Visits each newly admitted patient as soon as possible upon arrival, validating accuracy of essential audits and implementation of risk reducing measures.
• Oversees and evaluates systems for patient and staff data collection, information systems, and processes to support the practice of nursing and care delivery.
• Oversees and evaluates systems for discharge planning and communication to be released with the resident/patient.
• Ensures staff competency are given and staff is able to respond to emergencies.
• Ensures infection prevention control standards and biohazard waste procedures are followed.
• Oversees adequacy and appropriateness of staffing and scheduling personnel with scope of practice, competencies, patient needs and complexity of care.
• Assures accuracy of the midnight census through understanding and education of the hospital systems.
• Counsels/ write ups for personnel under their supervision as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates the ability to coordinate response to emergencies in a calm and efficient manner.
• Understands and demonstrates ability to work within the departmental budget.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Certification

• Associate Degree
• Current California Registered Nurse License (RN)
• BLS Certification

Minimum Experience

• 2 years' experience as an RN
• Previous Subacute/ventilator experience preferred

Organization Description

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!

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, $49.69 - $77.02 hourly **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications and experience.

Minimum Education/Certification

• Associate Degree
• Current California Registered Nurse License (RN)
• BLS Certification

Minimum Experience

• 2 years' experience as an RN
• Previous Subacute/ventilator experience preferred

Primary Duties

• Leads by example to promote excellence in resident care. Model a professional demeanor and act as a mentor.
• Assumes leadership role for daily operations and takes appropriate action.
• Demonstrates ability to delegate and achieve results through others.
• Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of healthcare using root cause analysis and monitors outcome trends.
• Demonstrates understanding of and ensures compliance with all State, Federal requirements.
• Facilitates and participates with the nursing staff in daily care risk identification and resolution, including communication with the patients, families and physicians.
• Involves staff in problem solving and resolution of patient/family and staff complaints/concerns.
• Collaborates with the Director of Nursing and others in planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care delivery.
• Ensures accountability for professional practice.
• Flexes hours when necessary to accommodate staff education; to address patient care issues; and to meet NHPPD.
• Rounds on residents, nursing staff, and families daily to ensure good outcomes. Supervises nursing staff, assists with hiring, education and disciplinary action of nursing staff. Completes performance evaluations, and supervises scheduling.
• Participates in weekend clinical coverage and "on call" rotation ensuring continuity of patient care, staff supervision and availability of nursing leadership to families and residents.
• Ensure patients have needed supplies, medications, and equipment to properly manage care.
• Makes daily rounds and spot checks documentation accuracy and completeness on new admissions, patients with change of condition (COC), patients triggering occurrence investigations, and patients to be discharged.
• Visits each newly admitted patient as soon as possible upon arrival, validating accuracy of essential audits and implementation of risk reducing measures.
• Oversees and evaluates systems for patient and staff data collection, information systems, and processes to support the practice of nursing and care delivery.
• Oversees and evaluates systems for discharge planning and communication to be released with the resident/patient.
• Ensures staff competency are given and staff is able to respond to emergencies.
• Ensures infection prevention control standards and biohazard waste procedures are followed.
• Oversees adequacy and appropriateness of staffing and scheduling personnel with scope of practice, competencies, patient needs and complexity of care.
• Assures accuracy of the midnight census through understanding and education of the hospital systems.
• Counsels/ write ups for personnel under their supervision as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates the ability to coordinate response to emergencies in a calm and efficient manner.
• Understands and demonstrates ability to work within the departmental budget.