RN - Team Coordinator (FT) 7P-7A, 3000 Med Surg
Company: Ballad Health
Location: Abingdon
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
*Job Title:*RN - Team Coordinator (FT) 7P-7A, 3000 Med Surg -
Abingdon, VA*Job Code:*MSHA000C50*Location:*JOHNSTON MEMORIAL
HOSPITAL, Abingdon, VA*Position Type:*Full-time (scheduled 72 hrs
or more per pay period)*Job Definition**Job Description**SCOPE OF
POSITION*The RN Team Coordinator, under the supervision of the
clinical nursing leader or department manager, he/she is
responsible and accountable for the care of the assigned patients
and directs others to assure compassionate and patient centered
care is completed on a shift-to-shift basis. The RN is expected to
practice autonomously within the scope of professional standards,
the rules and regulations established by the Tennessee or Virginia
Board of Nursing, and knowledge of the policies and procedures
within Ballad Health. He/she demonstrates skill in developing and
guiding collaborative collegial practice that delivers safe
competent care based on meticulous application of the nursing
process. He/she demonstrates sensitivity and understanding of the
diverse cultural backgrounds of patients and caregivers. The team
coordinator works directly with staff on the unit to ensure
compliance with patient care and service problem resolution. The
position involves maintaining current knowledge of evidence-based
nursing practice and the ability to demonstrate critical thinking
skills in the implementation of all phases of the nursing process.
He/she actively participates in patient care quality and
performance improvement through data collection, aggregation and
analysis of relevant key indicators of quality (KIQs). Participates
in LEAN initiatives for the improvement of processes and patient
care delivery. This commitment to quality results in the
development and implementation of action plans to include the
monitoring of the effectiveness of improvements. Must have
knowledge of nursing processes and evidence-based practice that
constitutes the care given in an acute care hospital setting. The
RN serves as a professional role model as a caregiver, mentor,
teacher and resource for peers and other providers. He/she
demonstrates competency requirements for the Registered Nurse in
employed clinical department and for the specific patient
population served. RN is responsible for the nursing care of
patients assigned to him/her.The Team coordinator assists with
patient assignments, planning, organizing, evaluating, and
supervising nursing care within the department. Facilitates
communication within the department and interdepartmentally. The
Team coordinator identifies conflict at the unit level and
initiates resolution and/or escalates through the chain of command
as indicated. The Team coordinator provides direction and support
for nursing staff. The Team coordinator serves as role model for
clinical and ethical practice within the department. The Team
coordinator is responsible for education and implementation of
patient centered care and department/organization initiatives.
Plans and conducts a minimum of two hours of job-related
educational programs. Verbalizes understanding of Shared Governance
Model and willingly serves on at least one Shared Governance,
hospital committee, task force, or project to improve patient care
or work area.Individual must possess excellent interpersonal
communication skills and function as a liaison between physicians,
interdisciplinary treatment team, patients, and families. The
person in this position must be able to work as a team leader by
communicating effectively with team members and providing an open
dialogue for solutions. It is of the utmost importance that written
communication is legible.This individual serves as resource and
clinical expert for mentoring staff, team development, and nurse
retention. Responsible for mentoring new staff and new graduate
nurses either individually or through an assigned preceptor.
Monitoring and reporting to clinical leadership trends that might
indicate an individual team member is having difficulty performing
role expectations. The team coordinator is expected to set an
example for all team members of commitment and loyalty to Ballad
Health by openly supporting and participating in hospital projects
and events.The person must be committed to continuing education by
staying abreast of current medical/healthcare information and by
applying evidence-based practices in areas of responsibility in
order to remain competent in the ever-changing role of the position
and development in health care.Serves as a liaison to System
Clinical Educators ensuring new clinical processes are adopted and
provides feedback to clinical education if concurrent training
requires revision or additional support.Teaching colleagues/peers
and serving as an effective role model is a basis of professional
practice. The Team coordinator demonstrates compliance with
established Ballad Health policies, dress code, and standards of
professional conduct. Confidentiality is essential to the
role.Individual will assist the department leader in interviewing
and selection of team members, and provide input into competencies
and evaluation of team members.*REPORTING RELATIONSHIP*See Table of
Organization.*EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE*College degree required. BSN
preferred. Health care related Bachelor's degree or associate
nursing degree required. Preferably the RN with an Associate Degree
will be actively pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited
school.Minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience required.
One to three years of experience in an acute care setting
preferred. A relevant background in the clinical position applying
for is preferred. Supervisory experience preferred.National
Professional Nurse certification is desired.One year
charge/management experience preferred.Valid and active RN license
in the appropriate state for practice.AHA BLS certification is
required. ACLS certification obtained within one year of assuming
the position and maintained continuously.*Compensation*Job Type:
Full-timeby Jobble
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