Clinical Unit Coordinator - ICCU at GamaLearn

Manassas, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Quality Improvement, Communication, Critical Thinking, Mentoring, Teamwork, Interpersonal Skills, Flexibility, Accountability, Leadership, Staff Development, Problem Solving, Multitasking, Nursing Skills, Patient Flow Management, Safety and Infection Control

Industry

Description

Clinical Unit Coordinator Job Code: RN1107 ABOUT US We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know - and making connections with - our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience. As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people's lives every day. JOB TYPE Classification: Nonexempt Supervises Positions: No JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Unit Coordinator provides coordination of direct and indirect patient care at the hospital wide level. She/he is responsible for shift or specific operations of the hospital for the provision of effective patient care. This includes patient flow, personnel management, quality improvement, direct and indirect patient care. She/he provides care that reflects initiative, flexibility, and responsibility indicative of professional expectation with minimal supervision. The Clinical Unit Coordinator incorporates a higher level of skill and knowledge to perform and role model direct and indirect patient care of the neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient through mentoring and advising on the assessment of health needs, development and implementation of the plan of care, and ability to evaluate outcomes. She/he consistently demonstrates a positive attitude, accountability, confidence, critical thinking, fairness, and flexibility. Supports the department Manager and Assistant Manager in accomplishing department goals and outcomes and sustaining a state of continual regulatory readiness. In addition, the Clinical Unit Coordinator is visible, present, and available to staff in providing mentoring, teaching, and support. Some of the major job functions include but are not limited to: Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system. Demonstrates attitude and communication in alignment with ASPIRE values Available for consultation to evaluate patient progress toward desired outcomes and assists in taking corrective action to promote effective patient care and in meeting Quality Indicators. Participates in MD rounds/Huddles as applicable. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Models and exemplifies the facilities core values. Assists the Nurse Manager with monitoring and improving patient and employee satisfaction scores. Facilitates Huddles as needed and holds staff accountable to topics presented. Supports institutional and unit goals. Promotes staff development and employee engagement. Serves as clinical/operational resource to staff. Serves as a clinical knowledge expert. Promotes a shared governance model on the unit. Assists with staffing and scheduling to meet department needs. Seeks out opportunities for own professional growth. Patient Care: Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs. Quality: Collaborates with other departments or disciplines to achieve desired quality outcomes. Monitors quality of core processes in department. Applies the principles of safety and infection control to ensure the safety of all patients. Communication: Demonstrates superior interpersonal and communication skills. Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals. Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers. Participates in regular staff meetings. Identifies opportunities to improve processes based on feedback from staff and customers. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Completion of a nursing program approved by the State Board of Nursing. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. Experience: 2 years of experience in acute care setting or specialized unit preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details. Licensure: Registered Nurse with a current licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to perform basic nursing skills on groups of patients Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly. Ability to administer medication utilizing the five rights. Ability to communicate verbally and in written form. Basic computer knowledge. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demand Code: 20A, Nursing Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper. OTHER May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Unit Coordinator provides coordination of direct and indirect patient care at the hospital-wide level, ensuring effective patient care and managing personnel. They support the department Manager and Assistant Manager in achieving department goals and sustaining regulatory readiness.