Description:
Position Summary:
The Nurse Coordinator plays a pivotal role in delivering high quality nursing care in both the preoperative area and the hospital. This role focuses on providing direct patient care, ensuring smooth patient flow through surgical procedures and recovery. The Nurse Coordinator will also supervise nursing staff and facilitate communication between departments, but direct patient care is a central aspect of this position. Additionally, the Nurse Coordinator supports the organization's mission and values by acting as a resource for staff and leading by example.
Key Responsibilities:
Direct Patient Care:
- Provide hands on care in the preoperative area and on the hospital floor, including conducting patient assessments, administering medications, and monitoring patient progress.
- Manage the preoperative assessment and preparation of patients, ensuring all necessary tests and documentation are completed.
- Educate patients and their families about preop procedures, expectations, and postop care.
- Address patient concerns and offer support and education to both patients and their families throughout their hospital stay.
Staff Supervision and Training:
- Supervise and mentor nursing staff, with a focus on enhancing patient care skills.
- Assist in the orientation and training of new nursing staff, emphasizing patient centered care.
- Manage staff scheduling and shift assignments to ensure adequate staffing levels for optimal patient care.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and nursing standards, focusing on patient outcomes.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Act as a liaison between the preop department, hospital floor, and other hospital units.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and coordinate services.
- Maintain open and effective communication with all members of the healthcare team.
Quality Improvement:
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care in the preop department and on the hospital floor.
- Identify areas for improvement and implement changes to enhance patient care and department efficiency.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records and reports.
Administrative Duties:
- Work with Nurse Manager to schedule staff and manage daily workflows in both the preop department and hospital.
- Ensure that all equipment and supplies are available and in good working condition.
- Handle administrative tasks such as maintaining inventory, ordering supplies, and managing budgets.
Qualifications:
- ADN required, bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred
- Current RN license in the state of Kansas.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a pre-op or hospital floor setting. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
- BLS and ACLS certifications required;
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time position; may require evening or weekend shifts.
The above statement statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Requirements:
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