Unit Coordinator (RN/Nurse Supervisor) BMH Emergency Room FT Nights

Bronson Healthcare; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Unit Coordinator to lead the Emergency Room team. This role involves overseeing daily operations, mentoring staff, and ensuring the highest quality of patient care. The successful candidate will be a licensed Registered Nurse with strong leadership and communication skills, ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on teamwork and positive patient outcomes, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to advance your career while enjoying generous benefits, including health coverage from day one and a sign-on bonus for external candidates. Join a compassionate team that values resilience and innovation!

Benefits

Day 1 Health Benefits

Generous PTO Accrual

403(b) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Benefits

Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical experience required.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing with the State of Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily unit operations and staffing.
• Act as a mentor and resource for staff.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Ability

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Job description

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Location

BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title

Unit Coordinator (RN/Nurse Supervisor) Emergency Room FT 12N Bronson Methodist Kalamazoo

Under general supervision from the unit manager and/or director, and in accordance with the policies and guidelines established within the organization and individual unit, the unit coordinator’s priority is to function as leader and clinical liaison with staff, physicians and management, providing continuity of leadership day to day. The unit coordinator acts as a role model, mentor, coach and resource person to staff to ensure all unit standards are maintained and to encourage a team environment. The unit coordinator is involved in assisting managers in attracting, developing, maintaining, and retaining qualified staff members. Duties may include assisting with hiring, orientation, monitoring and evaluating performance, problem solving, employee counseling, staffing, payroll and budget. In addition to duties involving unit personnel, the unit coordinator serves as a contact for internal and external customers. He/she is responsible for maintaining a safe environment of care, which fosters positive customer service and meets all quality standards, implementing new and monitoring ongoing processes. This role provides opportunity for leadership succession. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Benefits & Incentives

Day 1 Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous PTO Accrual – Work-life balance matters

403(b) Matching – Invest in your future

Tuition Reimbursement – Advance your career

Wellness Benefits – Supporting your well-being

Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (for external candidates)

Bachelor's degree in Nursing and 2 years of clinical experience required Master's degree in Nursing preferred Previous management experience preferred Formal or informal leadership experience preferred Education/experience level may differ for the specific department/unit

Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing with the State of Michigan

Advanced Nursing Specific Certification preferred

Department specific requirements as necessary such as PALS, BLS, ACLS etc.

Unit Coordinators in Labor & Delivery and Mother/Baby/Antepartum at BMH & BBC Specific: The Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification through PQF or NCC is required within 6 months of completing intermediate fetal monitoring

• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills required
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills, ability to resolve conflict, and ability to work as a team leader
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability
• Must work independently, be able to meet deadlines and demonstrate accountability for assignments
• Must have the ability to use software relevant to the job (i.e. – Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)
• Must have the ability to organize and analyze data
• Must be able to speak and write English fluently
• Interpretation of regulatory standards and assessment of impact to the organization Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time. Involves regularly lifting of bulky or moderately heavy weights (i.e., up to 50 pounds), and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling, or otherwise handling material, equipment, and other objects.
• Evaluates quality and appropriateness of care. o Conducts/facilitates audits for accreditation, regulatory requirements and organizational standards.
• Accounts for coordination of day-to-day unit operations, i.e. patient placements, staff assignments.
• Assumes responsibility for staffing and scheduling personnel. Assignments reflect appropriate utilization of personnel.
• Coordinates department staff schedule with manager input as needed.
• Adjusts department staffing on a day-to-day basis to meet staffing needs (including managing volume changes, replacing call-ins, etc.)
• Facilitates staff attendance at organizational committees, meetings, etc.
• Manages staffing levels to help department achieve its budget.
• Participates in projecting staffing needs and assisting in creating a staffing plan with manager/director. o Approve/deny PTO.
• Follows organizational policies and procedures for staffing and provides open communication with staff about scheduling requests/issues.
• Acts as clinical expert resource, mentoring staff, maintains positive relationships, and builds teamwork within the entire healthcare team.
• Maintains knowledge on guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Provides input into guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Acts as first responder for clinical and service recovery issues. Acts as a resource person for staff questions related to job performance and departmental processes.
• Provides guidance for and supervision of personnel accountable to nurse manager. o Provides ongoing feedback to staff related to job performance (focuses on immediate performance coaching as necessary).
• Monitors staff performance on a day-to-day basis. o Works with manager to develop Personal Development Plans including follow up and mentoring.
• Acts as role model, coach, and mentor to staff.
• Evaluates performance of personnel.
• Provides and collates peer input for evaluation.
• Communicates all staff behavior and performance issues with manager as necessary.
• Participates in discipline process of employees with manager notification for attendance, behavioral and performance issues.
• Participates in the evaluation process of employees at manager’s discretion.
• Co-facilitates planning and conducting of shared governance meeting. Acts as mentor to staff chair of shared governance.
• Facilitates charge nurse and other unit meetings, reporting to nurse manager.
• Participates in recruitment, selection and retention of personnel. o Assists manager in the staff hiring process (e.g. assist with interview process).
• Creates and supports an environment where innovation and creativity are encouraged and valued.
  
  

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Cost Center

4300 Trauma Emergency Center (BMH)

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• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

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• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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