Clinical Coordinator- PICU (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaushealth; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaushealth in Miami, FL is seeking an experienced RN to provide clinical leadership in the Pediatric ICU. The role emphasizes coordination of care, staff coaching, and adherence to hospital standards within a high-acuity environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication, problem solving, and teamwork, with a BSN or active enrollment and Florida RN licensure. BLS/PALS/NRP-ACLS timelines apply. This is a full-time on-site position within the Pediatric ICU department.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Florida or eNLC and active nursing license.
• BSN degree or current enrollment in BSN program.
• CPR/BLS and PALS required or in place per department timelines.
• Experience as a Charge Nurse with leadership responsibilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic office tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor patient flow and bed management.
• Coach and mentor staff to improve performance and outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for care planning.
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission and CMS standards.
• Document care plans and patient/family education in EHR.
• Lead department huddles and participate in governance activities.
• Assist with code blue and rapid response as needed.
• Promote Lean processes to improve workflow and efficiency.

Skills

RN clinical experience

Charge Nurse experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Lean / process improvement

Education

RN licensure in Florida or eNLC

BSN or enrolled in BSN program

BLS CPR certified (American Heart Association)

PALS certification (department within 2 years)

NRP/ACLS (department within 1 year)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Summary

Assesses, plans, facilitates and evaluates the coordination of patient care according to unit/department policies and procedures. Provides clinical leadership, utilizes effective problem solving strategies and applies evidence based practice to improve patient care. Works under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director.

Job Specific Duties

• Coordinates & continuously monitors patient flow, supports patient throughout utilizing appropriate resources from admission, transfer or discharge & facilitates the processes in a timely manner.
• Identifies clinical strengths & opportunities, re-assigns patient assignments to support clinical competency, coaches & mentors employees to improve performance & clinical outcomes.
• Flexes the employees to align with census fluctuations, collaborates with the Operations Administrators and Nursing Staff Office to meet hospital needs.
• Promotes/practices cost containment and maintaining fiscal performance by ensuring appropriate supplies and par levels are maintained.
• Supports departmental goals and the hospital strategic plan. Actively participates in the nursing governance council and unit based committee.
• Conducts department huddles, communicates hospital and department updates and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) Patient Perception Survey data.
• Fosters staff empowerment and open communication, leads and guides staff to build a high performance and engaged team.
• Works collaboratively with all levels of the hospital interdisciplinary team and promotes the team concept within the department & hospital wide.
• Interacts with patients and families to review plan of care and solicits input and communicate any patient and family concerns to physician.
• Ensures the provision of education about disease processes, treatment and documents patient/family teachings on health related needs in the electronic health record.
• Administers direct patient care, as needed, especially during high census and/or when other resources are not available.
• Oversees and assists staff in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Responsible for patient care coordination on designated shift to include accountability for patient throughput and outcomes.
• Identifies opportunities to improve processes and assists with projects to enhance workflow utilizing Lean methodologies and tools.
• Assists and supports the RNs and team with code blue and rapid response efforts.
• Collaborates and rounds with a multi-disciplinary team in daily care planning rounds, as appropriate and fosters a Family Centered Care environment.
• Communicates the patient's progress including critical findings and changes in the patients' condition.
• Implements and documents the plan of care in collaboration with the other disciplines and services to assure safe and efficient care.
• Actively participates in the performance review process through chart reviews and validating timeliness of charting and all requirements are met.
• Ensuring all staff on the assigned shift is adhering to the regulatory requirements of the Joint Commission, CMS, DOH, & other accrediting agencies.
• Ensuring all staff is adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
• Promotes a safe "error free" working environment by consistently performing infection prevention are adhered to on their assigned shift.

Minimum Job Requirements

• CPR BLS -American Heart Association BLS
• PALS - American Heart Association PALS Specified by department within 2 years
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP/ACLS; Specified by department within 1 year
• RN - Registered Nurse RN Licensure within the State of Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• 2-4 years RN clinical experience
• Experience as a Charge Nurse
• Microsoft Office Applications including Excel and Word experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Career Development: National certification preferably within 5 years of hire.
• BSN Degree or currently enrolled in BSN program.
• Strong customer service, problem solving, critical thinking, time management and conflict resolution skills.
• Pediatric Nursing in an acute care setting is preferred.
• Trauma certification as specified by the department.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to positively influence, hold self and others accountable.
• Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team, and lead a team to achieve business results.

Job: Nursing - Clinical

Department: PEDIATRIC ICU-2100-620020

Job Status: Professional