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Clinical Coordinator - WIP - Medical Intermediate ICU

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VCU Health

Clinical Coordinator - WIP - Medical Intermediate ICU

Richmond, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Medical Intermediate and Intensive Care Unit is a progressively opening unit with flexible patient acuity ranging from Acute to Intensive Care. This unit proudly provides quality care to Internal Medicine patients of a variety of medical diagnosis including renal, gastrointestinal, pulmonary, hepatology, infectious disease, endocrine, and gerontology. The team building this unit has been recognized by AACN as a Beacon Gold Unit for Excellence. This achievement was obtained through a focus in collaborative practice, a commitment to maintaining a highly satisfied work force, and a healthy work environment which supports both novice and expert clinicians. This unit is seeking nurses with experience in progressive and critical care as well as novice new graduates. The Clinical Coordinator - WI facilitates patient flow, coordinates activities and communication for the nursing unit during his/her assigned shift. This person ensures that patient care is delivered to all patients on the nursing unit in an efficient, caring and courteous manner.

    Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

    • Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible compact state

    Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:

    • Current RN licensure in Virginia AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent

    Experience REQUIRED:

    • Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience

    • Charge Nurse experience or supervisory experience

    Experience PREFERRED:

    • Academic Health Care experience

    • Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice

    Education/training REQUIRED:

    • Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state’s Board of Nursing.

    • All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date.

    Education/training PREFERRED:

    • Certification in specialty area. Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Nursing from an accredited program

    Independent action(s) required:

    • Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders.

    • Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

    • Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.

    • All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice guidelines.

    • Organizes and plans work with input from the patient/family with specific outcomes and demonstrated use of sound clinical judgment and resources.

    Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):

    • Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN’s, LPNs, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc) in carrying out assignments

    Additional position requirements:

    • Clinical Coordinators work designated shifts, days of the week, and/or holidays based on work area.

    • Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your supervisor.

    • Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet clinical care area unit requirements and/or as needed.

    Age Specific groups served:

    As appropriate based on unit assignment

    Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

    Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.

    Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances

    Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

    Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

    Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

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  • Industry
    Hospital and Health Care
  • About Us

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