Clinical Nurse Coordinator (Long-Term Care) - Two Openings! 1 FT Evening & 1 FT Night
Schedule: 8-hour shifts during the weekdays, 12-hour shift during the weekends.
Weekdays:
- 3pm to 11pm (8-hour shift) (Evening)
- 11pm to 7am (8-hour shift) (Night)
Weekends:
- 7am to 7pm (12-hour shift) (Evening)
- 7pm to 7am (12-hour shift)(Night)
Weekends: Must be able to work every other weekend 7-7 (12-hour shift) which would result in a day off during the week/a modified weekday schedule.
Position Summary:
Supervise the clinical operations of all nursing floors in the absence of the Nurse Manager and/or Director of Nursing. Assume administrative responsibilities for the Center in the absence of executive administrative personnel.
Position Responsibilities
- Communicate with patients, families, and other health professionals in a manner that conveys respect, caring, and sensitivity.
- Make clinical rounds to ensure that nursing care is being provided appropriately.
- Support charge nurses in expediting medical intervention in situations involving a change in a patient’s status.
- Ensure that safety and security measures are in place to provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
- Assess and intervene as necessary in crisis situations, and in immediate clinical and management circumstances.
- Assume responsibility for intervention in family matters requiring immediate attention, and refer appropriately to Nurse Manager/DON and/or Social Service Department for long-term management and follow-up.
- Monitor compliance with established nursing standards, policies, and procedures on all nursing floors.
- Adjust staffing and time scheduling for shifts to meet immediate needs and resolve problems.
- Communicate concerns and issues to Nurse Manager/DON.
- Collaborate with Nurse Managers/DONs in writing annual reviews. And implement corrective actions needed.
- Serve as a resource and advisor to staff in areas of counseling and development of personnel.
- Communicate with Administrative Coordinator and appropriate Nurse Manager/DON on staffing, scheduling, clinical and administrative issues.
- Collaborate with Nurse Manager/DON to assure that all nursing personnel adhere to established standards of practice, policies, and procedures throughout the shifts.
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with support staff throughout the facility.
- Monitor appropriate use of supplies and equipment to ensure compliance with budgetary allocations.
- Conduct education programs in collaboration with Professional Development Department.
- Collect and analyze data for research projects for assigned shifts as assigned.
- Participate in Nursing advisory committees and meetings.
- Prepare and maintain required records and reports.
- Participate in and support Quality Improvement program and initiatives.
- Exemplify professionalism and exhibit values, which contribute to the achievement of the mission of the company.
- Adhere to established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.
IV Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Computer literacy preferred.
- Current Massachusetts license as an R.N.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing and ANA Certifications in Geriatrics and/or Nursing Administration preferred.
- Minimum of five years of supervisory experience in a similar setting.
- Acute care experience recommended.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, particularly in relation to problem solving and staff development.
- B.L.S. Certification required.
- A.C.L.S. Certificate preferred.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Experience:
- Clinical Leadership: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- RN (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Dedham, MA 02026 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dedham, MA 02026: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person