RN ED Clinical Coordinator Full Time Nights

JFK Memorial Hospital has provided medical care to residents in the Coachella Valley since 1966. A group of physicians, including Dr. Reynaldo Carreon, founded the hospital and today one of JFK�s cross streets is named in his honor.

Originally called Indio Community Hospital, JFK has grown to a 145-bed acute-care hospital that is part of Tenet Healthcare California. It offers a variety of services, including:

Emergency care 24/7
Orthopedic and joint replacement services using emerging technology
Cardiovascular services
Maternity care and pediatric services
Ambulatory surgery center
Imaging services
Outpatient Rehabilitation Center

Position Overview:

The Emergency Department Clinical Coordinator performs the clinical role of an RN III and:

Oversees the throughput of patients through the Emergency Department in a timely, efficient, and organized manner.

The Clinical Coordinator will assist with the expeditious processing of patient care services such as lab results, admission process, transportation and transfer of patients to the floor and communication with ancillary personnel.

Works collaboratively with the Emergency Department Physician to keep them appraised of: ?Changes in patient�s condition

Patients waiting to be seen or evaluated

Delays in flow of patient care.

The Clinical Coordinator is a liaison between nurses, physicians, patients and family members and will address customer concerns, making practical decisions and recommendations for problems and/or issues that arise during the shift.

Is competent to act as a clinical resource for staff

Helping staff to improve their competency and mastery of Emergency Nursing

Is responsible for managing day to day performance issues with staff.

Provides input to the Department Director for staff competencies and performance evaluations.

The Clinical Coordinator assures that the shift supervisor is informed of pending admits/transfers through close communications with clerks, nurses, and physicians.

The Clinical Coordinator reports to the Director of Emergency Services / Clinical Manager / House Shift Supervisor or designee and maintains open lines of communication regarding patient care issues or concerns regarding quality of care and/or system problems

Position Requirements:

Current California RN License

Minimum of five (5) years previous emergency room experience

Successful mastery of nursing skills and knowledge related to a RN III position

Previous experience or demonstrated skills in leadership and management

Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (maintained current at all times)

Current American Heart Association ACLS Certification (maintained current at all times)

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