Clinical Nurse Coordinator - 4E Med/Surg/Tele - Nights

Confidential; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay

On-call pay

Holiday pay

Annual increases based on performance

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted parking

Health Savings Account options

Paid time off

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator for the 4E Med/Surg/Tele unit in Chicago, IL. The role is full-time with nights (7p-7a) and rotating weekends/holidays. Requires RN licensure in Illinois and at least 2 years as a Staff Nurse; Bachelor of Nursing preferred. May float to other inpatient units as needed.

The coordinator will facilitate unit functioning, coordinate care, delegate tasks, and serve as a resource to nursing and medical staff, reporting to the Unit Manager.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing, Bachelor of Nursing preferred.
• Two years experience as a Staff Nurse.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in Illinois.
• Certification in area of expertise preferred.
• American Heart Association CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the functioning of the unit as a Clinical Nurse Coordinator.
• Coordinate, delegate, communicate, and think critically on clinical and operational issues.
• Plan unit assignments based on staffing and competencies; delegate tasks appropriately.
• Provide feedback and orientation to new staff; participate in performance evaluations.
• Act as a resource to nursing and medical staff and coordinate patient placement, admissions and transfers.

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $45.21 - $70.08 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

Position: Clinical Nurse Coordinator - 4E Med/Surg/TeleLocation: Chicago, ILFull TimeHours: Nights (7p-7a); rotating weekends and holidays requiredRequired Travel: May float to other inpatient units as needed.

What you will do

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse designated to facilitate the functioning of the unit.

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator demonstrates excellent clinical skills and acts as a resource to the staff.

Major components of this role include the ability to coordinate, delegate, communicate and think critically on clinical and operational issues. Reports directly to the Unit Manager.Functions as a resource person for the nursing staff and medical staff.Collaborates with admitting, the Bed Coordinator, and/or the Supervisor to facilitate the plan for timely placement of all admissions and transfersMakes rounds on patients, keeping abreast of patient condition/changes.Facilitates the bed control on a unit basis by contacting physicians to potentially obtain early discharge orders and assist nursing staff in the process of discharging patients in a timely manner.Is a participating member of the Nursing DIG Committee to identify opportunities for improving patient through-put.Ensures adequate and appropriate coverage for the unit that considers census, acuity and RN: patient ratio.

Plans for and makes unit assignments based on staffing, competency of staff, coverage of following shifts.Delegates new admission/transfers to appropriate RN based on unit criteria and adjusts patient care assignments as necessary.Delegates work to non-professional staff (CNA, Unit Secretary); counsels professional and non-professional staff and gives feedback when necessary.Delegates unit assignments (e.g. crash cart checks, temperature checks)Prioritizes bed clean-up with housekeeper and identifies any stat cleaning needs.Participates with the staff evaluation process.

Provides information to the department nurse manager or director for the administration of annual performance evaluations including peer review, goal-setting, performance improvement and/or progressive discipline.Orients agency personnel to unit.

Provides feedback to them throughout shift.Evaluates agency personnel.

Give temporary ID access for PYXIS.Coordinates staff and their duties during a code.Acts as a resource to nursing staff in problem solving resolution of patient care issues.Communicates and follows up with other departments on unit/patients needs.In cases of internal or external disaster, directs unit activities.Reports significant clinical events to Nursing Supervisor or Nurse Manager.Communicates unit status to incoming Clinical Nurse Coordinator (Resource Nurse).Completes end of shift Summary Report.Assists with orientation of new employees. Provides feedback to them and the Unit Manager.As identified within the Rapid Response and Stroke Team protocols, functions as a member of these teams.

What you will need

Graduate of an approved school of nursing, with a Bachelor of Nursing preferred. Two (2) years experience as a Staff Nurse. Clinical nursing skills, effective communication, teaching and motivational skills. Specialty Board Certification within 2 years of promotion. Current license as a Registered Nurse in Illinois.

Certification in area of expertise preferred. American Heart Association CPR Certification

Benefits

Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)Incentive pay for select positionsOpportunity for annual increases based on performanceCareer Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementDiscounted ParkingWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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