RN Clinical Unit Coordinator - Surgical Unit

UVA Community Health; Haymarket (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UVA Community Health is seeking an RN Clinical Coordinator for the Ortho Surgical Floor to coordinate direct and indirect patient care across shifts. The role emphasizes patient flow, staff mentoring, and regulatory readiness, with on-call expectations and potential for growth.

The position requires an approved nursing program, VA RN licensure, and 2 years of acute care experience; a BSN is preferred. This on-site role offers a $15,000 sign-on for eligible candidates and a competitive hourly

Qualifications

• Completion of a nursing program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
• 2 years of experience in acute care setting or specialized unit preferred.
• Registered Nurse with a current licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Determine priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs and patient flow.
• Demonstrate ASPIRE values in attitude and communication.
• Evaluate patient progress and take corrective actions to improve care and meet Quality Indicators.
• Participate in MD rounds/Huddles as applicable.
• Respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
• Support staff development and engagement and assist with staffing and scheduling.

Skills

Nursing skills

Multitasking

Medication administration

Communication

Computer literacy

OSHA knowledge

Education

Nursing education (state-approved program)

Virginia RN licensure

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: RN Clinical Coordinator - Ortho Surgical Floor (Job Code: RN1107)

Job Category: Full-time - Nights

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world‑class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home.

As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

Job Summary

The Clinical Unit Coordinator provides coordination of direct and indirect patient care at the hospital wide level. She/he is responsible for shift or specific operations of the hospital for the provision of effective patient care. This includes patient flow, personnel management, quality improvement, direct and indirect patient care. She/he provides care that reflects initiative, flexibility, and responsibility indicative of professional expectation with minimal supervision. The Clinical Unit Coordinator incorporates a higher level of skill and knowledge to perform and role model direct and indirect patient care of the neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient through mentoring and advising on the assessment of health needs, development and implementation of the plan of care, and ability to evaluate outcomes. She/he consistently demonstrates a positive attitude, accountability, confidence, critical thinking, fairness, and flexibility. Supports the department Manager and Assistant Manager in accomplishing department goals and outcomes and sustaining a state of continual regulatory readiness. In addition, the Clinical Unit Coordinator is visible, present, and available to staff in providing mentoring, teaching, and support.

Job Functions

• Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system.
• Demonstrates attitude and communication in alignment with ASPIRE values.
• Available for consultation to evaluate patient progress toward desired outcomes and assists in taking corrective action to promote effective patient care and in meeting Quality Indicators.
• Participates in MD rounds/Huddles as applicable.
• Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
• Models and exemplifies the facilities core values.
• Assists the Nurse Manager with monitoring and improving patient and employee satisfaction scores.
• Facilitates Huddles as needed and holds staff accountable to topics presented.
• Supports institutional and unit goals.
• Promotes staff development and employee engagement.
• Serves as clinical/operational resource to staff.
• Serves as a clinical knowledge expert.
• Promotes a shared governance model on the unit.
• Assists with staffing and scheduling to meet department needs.
• Seeks out opportunities for own professional growth.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a nursing program approved by the State Board of Nursing. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Experience: 2 years of experience in acute care setting or specialized unit preferred.
• Licensure: Registered Nurse with a current licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Additional Skills/Requirements

• Required: Ability to perform basic nursing skills on groups of patients.
• Required: Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly.
• Required: Ability to administer medication utilizing the five rights.
• Required: Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.
• Required: Basic computer knowledge.
• Preferred: Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and Universal Precautions protocol.

Competencies

• Patient Care: Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
  • Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
  • Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Communication: Demonstrates superior interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.
  • Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers. Participates in regular staff meetings.
  • Identifies opportunities to improve processes based on feedback from staff and customers.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

Other

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention.
• On call responsibilities as directed.
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.
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• The base compensation range for this role is $34.32-$58.41 hourly

Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.