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Take your career to the next level as a Clinical Nurse Coordinator in the Post Anesthesia Recovery Unit!No other organization is better positioned to provide an excellent work experience for you like one committed to the care and improvement of human life. One of the most experienced and comprehensive medical centers in Kansas! Wesley Medical Center is the hospital of choice for thousands of people in Kansas and northern Oklahoma. Their preference for Wesley extends well beyond the high-quality medical services we offer. It includes the spirit of intensive caring that inspires and guides everyone who works at Wesley.Wesley Medical Center is an acute-care center licensed for 760 beds and 102 bassinets. As a leader in overall recommended care, Wesley treats more than 24,000 patients annually and delivers more than 6,000 babies – more than any hospital in a 13-state region. Wesley provides the most extensive emergency network in Wichita with the Wesley ER, Wesley West ER and Woodlawn ER. Founded in 1912 by a regional organization of the Methodist Church, Wesley has been an HCA facility since 1985.Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Nursing Unit's Manager or designee, the Clinical Nurse Coordinator assumes responsibility for direction and coordination of all functions in the nursing unit on his/her designated shifts. In collaboration with other members of the management team, this individual is responsible for the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit.
Assumes responsibility for direction and coordination of all functions during the designated shift
Functions as a resource person for staff members and assists in necessary education of individual members of the nursing staff
Assumes responsibility for the overall quality of nursing care provided when on duty
Makes decisions regarding activities with these areas based on Administrative Operational Standards, Nursing Administrative Standards, Human Resource standards, and Standards of Care for the Unit, in collaboration with other members of the management team
Supports and demonstrates alignment and leadership of the mission of Wesley Healthcare and Wesley ICARE standards
Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice by participation in quality of care activities to initiate, implement, and sustain process improvements
Maintains current professional knowledge, acts as a role model/resource, and oversees direct nursing care to patients
Establishes and maintains effective and respectful communication in development of all collaborative relationships
Ability to utilize critical thinking and problem solving skills to identify, interpret, and access appropriate resources in patient specific scenario(s)
Secures, administers and handles medication according to established guidelines
Delivers patient-centered nursing care in accordance with standards of care defined by Wesley Medical Center
Assists with assessment and evaluation of staffing patterns for proper utilization of personnel, according to patient acuity levels
Assists in investigations, documentation, and resolution of complaints or incidents concerning patients, visitors, physicians and staff
Participates in, and enforces hospital life-safety, quality, and risk management policies, procedures, and standards of regulatory agencies
Assists in the development and implementation of goals and objectives for the department
Assists with interviewing, hiring, orientation and evaluation of staff performanceHere is what we can offer you:· Certification Bonus and Voucher system
· Dependent Scholarship
· 401k (3%-9% match based on tenure)
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan
· Full Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
· Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
· Financial Wellness Program with a CFPAnd more…Required Registration, Licensure or Certification
Current Licensure in the state of Kansas as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) verification course, as specified in policy
Obtain Advanced Certification in department's area of specialty within 24 months
Required Education or Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursingPreferred Education or Experience
BSN
Two (2) years of clinical practice in the clinical specialty of his/her unit
Leadership/management experienceRequired Knowledge and Skills
Commitment to the goals of the unit, patient safety initiatives and positive patient experience
Continued demonstration of clinical and leadership competency
Ability to utilize the nursing process in the provision of nursing care including, but not limited to, administering treatments and medications, interpreting diagnostic tests, formulating a plan of care, collaborating with other health care providers and providing education to patients and/or significant others
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
Possess personal computer skills
Ability to multi-task, delegate and prioritize
Displays judgment and superior problem solving skills
Communicates positively and professionally with all internal and external customers
Ability to collaborate with other health care providers
Ability to educate patients and/or significant others
Ability to supervise regular staff and float staff on shift
Demonstrates good organizational skillsPreferred Knowledge and Skills
Possess skills in: patient care documentation systems and bed placement systemsWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Job: Nursing - Professional Title: Clinical Nurse Coordinator OR Location: Kansas-Wichita-Wesley Medical Center Requisition ID: 00323-23396
