Summary
Under general direction of nursing leadership, the Shift Coordinator RN position is responsible for serving as a clinical resource and unit expert for staff. This position links nursing leadership with nursing care through the application of organizational and nursing service policies, procedures, and care delivery model.
The Shift Coordinator RN uses the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements to guide leadership and practice.
The Shift Coordinator RN attains knowledge and competence reflective of current nursing practice; promotes innovation and futuristic thinking by incorporating evidence based practice and research findings.
Responsibilities
(50%)* Directs patient activity within the area of responsibility. Provides on-going evaluation of patient status and suggests changes in treatment program to physicians involved as necessary. Makes changes in staffing assignments as level of activity changes. Interprets physician orders and helps staff work within orders to obtain desired results.
(25%)* Determines staffing needs and scheduling patterns for coverage of unit and coordinates this with the shift administrator. Approves or denies requests for vacation, personal holidays, or sick days and corrects staffing accordingly. Provides up-to-date patient status reports to the immediate supervisor. Works within established budget for area.
(20%)* Participates in direct patient care when needed and appropriate. Maintains quality assurance within the area of responsibility and possesses a high degree of clinical expertise in that area. Remains available for staff consultations and recommends changes when appropriate.
(5%)* Assists with hiring, disciplining, counseling and discharging employees within the area according to medical center policy. Evaluates staff within area of responsibility through annual Job Performance Reviews. Takes an active part in nursing management meetings. Serves on nursing service committees as appointed by the Directors.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assesses competency of staff and directs employees by making appropriate assignments.
Maintains clinical expertise and serves as a role model to staff.
Participates in direct patient care when appropriate.
Collaborates with staff and physicians to maintain excellent standards of care including writing policies and procedures for the unit.
Provides input into the establishment of the annual operating/capital budget for the unit.
Participates in the development of proposals for staffing, capital development and other projects that will enhance the services provided within Surgical Services. Identify needs, plans, develops and implements programs for orientation, staff development and on-going employee education.
Works with physicians and non-nursing department personnel in planning coordinated patient care.
Maintains open lines of communication by meeting regularly with nurse managers, shift administrators and holding regular staff meetings.
Meets with members of medical staff when appropriate to resolve problems and maintain open communication.
Follows lines of authority, responsibility and communication with designated area, nursing service and other departments.
Works with visitors to ensure customer satisfaction, address complaints/concerns, and meet their individual needs.
Maintains Process Improvement programs for patient care. Acts on recommendations of audit committees and physicians.
Assists in the development of standards of care for patients.
Assures that quality nursing care is an on-going process of improvement and meets pre-established standards.
Other duties as assigned.
Certifications and Licensures
Credential:ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Equivalent Experience: Within 12 months of hire or transfer.
Qualification Source:
Essential: true
Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support
Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer.
Qualification Source: AHA
Essential: true
Required Education
Education: ASSOC
Equivalent Experience: Associate's degree in Nursing required. Bachelor�s degree in Nursing preferred.
Education Specialization: NRG
Essential: true
Other Information
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of clinical nursing skills as normally acquired through 2 years experience working in the medical center/emergency department or similar setting.
Knowledge of day to day medical center/emergency department operations.
Leadership and problem solving skills needed to effectively direct a group.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
Mandatory tuberculosis (TB) testing must be done annually. Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training must be completed annually according to the Exposure Control Plan.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.
Equivalent Experience And Other Comments (Education)
Education: ASSOC
Equivalent Experience: Associate's degree in Nursing required. Bachelor�s degree in Nursing preferred.
Education Specialization: NRG
Essential: true
Other Comments
Credential:ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Equivalent Experience: Within 12 months of hire or transfer.
Qualification Source:
Essential: true
Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support
Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer.
Qualification Source: AHA
Essential: true
Credential:NSC: Nursing Specialty Certification
Equivalent Experience: Specialty Nursing Certification or Advanced Nurse Certification preferred within 4 years of hire or transfer to position. Certification in perianesthesia nursing: CAPA (Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse) is the designated certification for this position.
Qualification Source:
Essential: false
Credential:RN: Registered Nurse
Equivalent Experience:
Qualification Source: MI
Essential: false