Patient Care Coordinator RN

CommonSpirit Health; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $25,000

Relocation assistance

Excellent benefits

Job summary

CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs, part of CommonSpirit Health, is seeking a RN Care Coordinator to be a central figure in patient care, navigating the healthcare journey for optimal outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.

You will start shifts by receiving reports, then round, provide continued care, and monitor patients throughout your shift. You will lead care teams, respond to emergencies with sound judgment, and contribute to patient advocacy.

Qualifications

• Associates Of Science Nursing required at hire.
• Registered Nurse in Arkansas required at hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) required at hire.
• BSN degree preferred or admission to BSN program within 12–24 months and degree completion within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care for patients as per care plans.
• Provide continued bedside care and perform procedures as outlined in the care plan.
• Monitor patients continuously and advocate for their interests during emergencies and routine care.
• Lead and direct Patient Care Technicians and other staff during shifts.
• Support emergency response measures, including CPR, as needed.
• Assist with patient care duties such as ambulation, hygiene, and drainage management.

Education

Associates Of Science Nursing

Bachelors Of Science Nursing (BSN) – preferred

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.

You’ll begin each shift by taking report from a nursing teammate before making your rounds. You’ll provide continued care and perform procedures as detailed in the care plan.

To thrive in this role, you’ll heavily depend on your ability to multitask and react. You’ll clinically care for your patients- remaining focused and attentive as you continuously monitor your patients throughout your shift. You also serve as their advocate- supporting their best interests when they cannot. However, your sound judgment during an emergency and rapid response are impressive, putting you on the radar for advancement.

• Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort
• Anticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families
• Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices) Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury)
• Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene)

We are offering a sign on bonus up to $25,000 depending on shift to hires who meet the eligibility requirements. We also offer additional pay for participation in our clinical ladder as well as referral bonuses, excellent benefits, and relocation assistance.

Job Requirements

Required

• Associates Of Science Nursing, upon hire and
• Registered Nurse: AR, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• Bachelors Of Science Nursing, upon hire or
• Admission to a BSN program within one year, 12 - months or
• obtaining a Bachelor degree within 2 years of assuming position, 24 - months

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