Overview
CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey is a leading non – profit healthcare delivery system in New Jersey. The System includes CentraState Medical Center a community-based hospital, an ambulatory campus, three senior living facilities and three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the 3rd largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState Healthcare System continues to live up to its reputation of being a truly great place to work recently designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company.
The Clinical Coordinator RN administers culturally sensitive nursing care to assigned patients that is in accordance with ANA standards, the NJ Practice Act, supporting the Flex Staffing Unit. The Joint Commission, professional standards and established hospital and Nursing Department policy and procedures in accordance with evidence based nursing practice. Utilizes the Nursing Process in providing patient centered care. Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing care through the analysis of nurse sensitive indicators and patient outcomes. Continually monitors patient flow throughout the medical center. Functions as clinical resource throughout the medical center.
Responsibilities
- Delegates components of care to clinical and non-clinical caregivers. Follows up on any delegated components of care and assignments given.
- Make decisions that demonstrate knowledge of nursing practice; utilizes sound nursing judgment in clinical and patient care management situations.
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills in the care of patients and in the coordination of care to assure the best patient outcomes.
- Follow CSHS Pain Assessment policy.
- Coordinate staffing needs with assistance from the Staffing Office and/or administrative support.
- Reports unusual occurrences to appropriate personnel and ensure that proper and supporting documentation is completed.
- Relays pertinent handoff information concerning patients condition to appropriate personnel, such as staff nurse, oncoming Charge Nurse.
- Coordinates lunch, dinner and breaks for staff.
- Completes staff evaluations as directed by nurse manager.
- Verbalizes, understands and assigns/assumes coverage for LPN.
- Assigns mobile phone to staff at start of shift.
- Understands and ensures compliance with the transfer process to another acute care facility - EMTALA Form (Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act).
- Consistently promotes teamwork within the unit and between departments.
- Acts as a clinical resource for nursing throughout the medical center.
- Acts as a resource for clinical information system.
- Active member of at least one in hospital committee.
- Assists in the interview process for RNs, Techs and secretaries.
- Communicates effectively with Sr. Administrative Coordinator/ Admin Coordinator and other departments regarding barriers to throughput.
- Clear understanding of regulations applicable to patient care and department functions (The Joint Commission, DOHSS, EMTALA).
- Directs nursing personnel in emergency situations (i.e. fire) to assure patient/ staff safety. Collaborates with administrative personnel and complies with CSMC policies for environmental safety. Collaborates with EMS and local municipalities as part of daily operations to ensure patient safety.
- Flexible with staff and assignments when change occurs. Demonstrates ability to cope with and manage change as well as assist others in the same.
- Maintains RN competencies for the flexible staffing unit, safety companions & administrative coordinators & virtual nurses.
- Provides staff verbal discipline counseling and communicates to nursing administration management for follow up.
- Proactively addresses patient and family issues and concerns with the goal of resolution.
- Supports quality improvement initiatives set forth for nursing administration as well as the organization. Monitors and ensures compliance in achieving quality goals, and assists staff in achieving the goals.
- Supports organizational patient throughput goals.
- Uses supplies and equipment in a cost effective manner.
- Verifies competencies for Unit Secretaries, RN, LPN, Safety Companions, virtual nurses, administrative coordinators.
- Able to verbalize and demonstrate proper rationale and techniques surrounding all aspects of indwelling urinary catheter care as per policy #4668.
- Fulfills the requirements for competencies and completion of annual mandatories surrounding indwelling urinary catheters.
- Oversees schedule for flexible staffing unit, administrative coordinators, virtual nurses, safety companions.
- Proactively rounds 1:1 & bedside sitters to ensure need.
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Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.
- Two years of supervisory and/or charge RN experience required.
- RN license/NJ required.
- BLS certification required.
- ACLS certification within six months of hire.
- National Nursing certification required within one year.
- Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.
About Us
CentraState Healthcare System, a partner of Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system that provides comprehensive health services in the central New Jersey region. In addition to offering a full range of leading-edge diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState serves as a valuable health partner focused on the latest ways to prevent disease, promote healthy behaviors, and help people of all ages live life well. Based in Freehold, CentraState is comprised of a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a vibrant health and wellness campus, three award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions offering primary care and specialty physician practices, along with access to outpatient services, such as lab and physical therapy. The system also offers a family medicine residency and geriatric fellowship training program in affiliation with Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Among its many honors and accreditations, CentraState is one of less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence four times and was designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for the second consecutive year.
When you bring your talent to CentraState, you are joining a trailblazing healthcare facility, committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused care. Join us in making incredible strides in health care, and making a difference in our community. We believe in enriching the lives of our employees through work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities and much more.
Find out why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!
What We Offer:
- Highly competitive compensation
- Excellent benefits package and rewards program
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- 401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Profit Sharing Program
- Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
- Continuing Education / Onsite Training
- A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
- Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
- Magnet recognized healthcare facility
