RN - Team Coordinator, Main OR, 8:30 pm
Company: Ballad Health
Location: Kingsport
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
FeaturedRN - Team Coordinator, Main OR, 8:30 pm - 7am (FT)
Varied- Kingsport, TNJob ID: 004CR2HOLSTON VALLEY MEDICAL
CENTERNursing - SurgeryFull-time (scheduled 72 hrs or more per pay
period) - NightJob DescriptionSCOPE OF POSITIONThe 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
RELATIONSHIPSee Table of Organization.EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCECollege 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,
excluding those working in Behavioral Health locations, obtained
within one year of assuming the position and maintained
continuously.RequirementsNo additional requirements from any stated
in the above description.by Jobble
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