RN Clinical Coordinator - Med Surge and Ortho - PT Flex

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Compensation

Salary Range: 41.29 - 58.46

Union Position

Yes

Department Details

Summary

Work very closely with the Clinical and Administrative Lead in the oversight of patient admissions and transfer activity while monitoring bed/patient care capacity both currently and prospectively.

Job Description

Provides clinical coordination and resource support for assigned inpatient department(s). Collaborates with clinical leaders, physicians, and other interprofessional colleagues to support safe, effective patient care, patient flow, and continuity of care. Uses sound clinical judgment to prioritize multiple needs, coordinate resources, communicate effectively, and identify or escalate barriers and concerns as appropriate. Maintains current knowledge of applicable department policies, clinical practices, regulations, and scope of practice. May provide direct patient care, patient assessment, admissions, education, triage, and other nursing interventions based on patient and department needs. Supports staff education, orientation, competency development and validation, quality and safety activities, audits, process improvement, and department initiatives as applicable. Serves as a clinical resource and consultant to patient care staff in developing and implementing individualized patient care plans. When applicable to the assigned department, provides or coordinates specialty clinical consultation and follow-up within the RN's area of competency, which may include wound, ostomy, and/or incontinence-related care for pediatric and adult patients.

Key responsibilities of this role include the following: Coordinates and oversees clinical and operational activities to ensure the delivery of safe, efficient, patient-centered, and high-quality care. Serves as a clinical leader and resource for staff by providing guidance on policies, procedures, evidence-based practices, regulatory requirements, and standards of care. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote effective communication, optimize patient outcomes, support staff development, and advance departmental goals and initiatives. May help facilitate staff onboarding, orientation, education, training, and competency assessment to support employee success and professional growth. Monitors, promotes, and ensures compliance with organizational policies, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and quality measures. Provides direct patient care and care coordination, as needed, to support patient needs and maintain efficient department operations. Leads and participates in quality improvement, patient safety, risk reduction, and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness and patient outcomes. Supports staffing operations, resource utilization, and workflow management to maintain appropriate departmental coverage and continuity of care.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in nursing is required.

Minimum three years of RN experience preferred. Experience in the applicable clinical practice area is preferred. Specific services/positions may have additional education, training, certification, or experience requirements.

Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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