Nursing Clinical Coordinator

Clinical Services CoordinatorUnder the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing performs various administrative duties and in the overall operation of the clinical services in the Eagle Pass Clinic sites. Is responsible for the overall coordination and supervision of clinical services in the Eagle Pass clinic sites ensuring consistency in practice and policy. Works closely with the Clinical Nursing Coordinator in Del Rio, and the Charge Nurse in Brackettville to ensure consistency and coordination in policies and practices throughout all clinics. Maintains extensive contact with the QI/QA Director and Compliance Director. Supervises all nursing personnel with the exception of PA's and APN's, and with the assistance and input from the Charge Nurses assigned to each nursing cluster. Assists and participates in the provision of health education and disease prevention services in the community as needed and/or required. Responsible for the development and update of nursing protocols as well as clinically related policies and procedures. Provides leadership for the nursing department in regards to the Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance Process. May be required to function as a Charge Nurse and provide direct patient care as needed. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Must be EHR proficient. Responsible for compliance with other requirements affecting the Medical Center, such as State/Federal regulations, PCHM standards, DSHS regulations, HRSA, and Compliance Standards.Education: Licensed Vocational Nurse for the State of Texas.Experience/Training: Three or more years experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse with demonstrated management experience preferred. Knowledgeable in the various mandated regulations impacting the delivery of health care services such as DSHS, PCHM and other preferred. Experience in Patient Education and Performance Improvement Principles preferred.