RN Unit Coordinator - Neuro & ENT | Charge Nurse Leader

UKH University of Kansas Hospital Authority; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an experienced Unit Coordinator (RN) for the Neuro/ENT Cambridge Tower A in Kansas City. The role includes charge nurse duties, staff assignments, throughput management, and performance oversight to meet unit goals.

Responsibilities cover hiring support, staff education, performance evaluations, and collaboration with the Nurse Manager and HR on discipline. BSN required upon hire; advanced degrees preferred.

Qualifications

• BSN degree required upon hire; ADN nurses must enroll in BSN within 6 months and complete within 3 years.
• Master's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Active RN license in Kansas or Missouri, with Multi-State license; Nurse Compact License within 60 days.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides charge nurse responsibilities, including assignments, throughput management, and staffing to matrix.
• Responds to patient and staff needs and manages a patient care assignment accordingly.
• Assists with hiring, education and performance evaluation of staff.
• Collaborates with Nurse Manager and Human Resources on counseling and discipline.
• Instructs staff, ensures standards through daily monitoring and performance management.
• Serves as a role model and mentor for clinical practice and satisfaction; supports productivity and budget targets.

Skills

Staff management

Clinical nursing

Throughput management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

High School Diploma

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an experienced Unit Coordinator (RN) for the Neuro/ENT Cambridge Tower A in Kansas City. The role includes charge nurse duties, staff assignments, throughput management, and performance oversight to meet unit goals.

Responsibilities cover hiring support, staff education, performance evaluations, and collaboration with the Nurse Manager and HR on discipline. BSN required upon hire; advanced degrees preferred.