About the job
The Clinical Coordinator embodies the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine (NM), adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory standards.
As an experienced Registered Nurse, you will not only provide direct patient care but also play a crucial role in facilitating an interdisciplinary approach to patient care, managing patient flow, optimizing staffing, resource utilization, and problem-solving during your shift.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee unit operations on a shift basis in alignment with policies and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate staffing assignments to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care.
- Guide patient care provided by nursing and support staff during your shift.
- Lead new initiatives and participate in departmental or hospital-wide committees/task forces.
- Engage directly with patients and their families regarding nursing care.
- Implement action plans to ensure safe, quality, and efficient patient care.
- Ensure the safety and security of patients, their families, and staff.
- Deliver direct patient care and continuously assess the biopsychosocial and learning needs of patients and their families.
- Respond effectively to the needs of patients and their families.
- Monitor patient responses to therapeutic interventions and document progress towards outcomes.
- Ensure completion of quality improvement activities for the assigned shift.
- Assess and intervene in critical situations involving patients, staff, and visitors, consulting with management as needed.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and appealing environment for patients, staff, and visitors, adhering to regulatory standards.
- Analyze daily activity patterns to recommend operational or programmatic changes as necessary.
- Anticipate staffing requirements for upcoming shifts and arrange appropriate coverage.
- Facilitate effective interdepartmental communication regarding incidents with relevant personnel.
- Identify key issues and trends, communicating them to management with suggestions for improvement.
- Provide input on budgetary matters, especially concerning staffing and cost containment strategies.
- Build relationships across departments to enhance patient care delivery.
- Assess and communicate staff development needs to management.
- Orient new staff to the Clinical Coordinator and Charge roles.
- Act as a resource for staff members.