RN Charge: Preadmissions & Care Coordination Lead

Northwest Medical Center; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ is seeking an RN Charge Preadmissions Testing to oversee the nursing unit during Day shifts. You will supervise staff, coordinate care with healthcare teams, and ensure compliance with regulations while promoting a positive work environment.

The role requires 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience, active RN licensure, and BLS; ACLS preferred. You will engage in staff development, infection control, patient flow management, and quality improvement

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• RN license issued by state and/or compact licensure required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities to supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
• Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
• Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
• Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
• Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.
• Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
• Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
• Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Staff supervision

Communication

Leadership

Infection control

Care coordination

Education

RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification preferred

Job description

Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ is seeking an RN Charge Preadmissions Testing to oversee the nursing unit during Day shifts. You will supervise staff, coordinate care with healthcare teams, and ensure compliance with regulations while promoting a positive work environment.

The role requires 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience, active RN licensure, and BLS; ACLS preferred. You will engage in staff development, infection control, patient flow management, and quality improvement