Registered Nurse, Clinical Coordinator- Gastro

Job Number:33598Location:Albany MeredythStreet Address:2709 MEREDYTH DR STE 450City, State:Albany, GeorgiaZip Code:31707Department:PPG PHOEBE GASTRO ASSOC-ADMINShift:DaysJob Type:Full timePosted Date:2026-02-25Job Description Summary:Description:JOB SUMMARYResponsible for the supervision of the clinical staff at the assigned practice or service area. Serves as a leader and role model. Collaborates with RN Information Technology Specialist and Team. Responsible for In-house lab, Capsule Endoscopy Lab, provide and maintain clinical policies, procedures and process improvements, teach CPR Certification classes, educate patients (self injections, medications, dietician), assist in searching and applying for research associated grants.EDUCATIONAssociate's Degree in Nursing (Required)EXPERIENCE3+ years of Clinical Experience (Required)3+ years of experience working with computers (Required)3+ years of experience in management roles (Required)CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSESRN - Registered Nurse (Required)ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSRN CLINICAL COORDINATOR RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for maintaining a timely flow of patients through the clinic.Staffs the clinic in order to facilitate processing patients through our clinic timely.Supplies adequate support staff for operational ease and support of providers.Collaborates with management team in order to implement process changes necessary for clinic efficiency, optimum patient care and safety.***EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT -COORDINATOR:Evaluates the clinical performance of the staff.Provides educational programs to staff to ensure that the most recent and up to date information is available to them and that this information meets the needs of both the department and the division.Coordinate and provide orientation and competency programs for new employees as well as assist in yearly competency updates for all staff.Stays current on trends and developments in nursing.Participates in educational programs which improve clinical skills. Understands, interprets, teaches, and implements, appropriate evidenced based practice guidelines in clinical decision making. Also, uses research in clinical decision making.Complies with established nursing standards; implements and maintains established departmental, divisional and hospital policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environment and infection control.Interpret these to staff and patients as appropriate.Follow established routines and utilize supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.Maintain a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel.Cooperate with other departments to achieve division objectives and maintain good employee relations.Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information as defined by HIPPA regulations.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT -COORDINATOR:Maintains and develops clinical and professional skills and knowledge.Identifies strengths and development needs through self-evaluation.Participates in educational activities related to knowledge & professional issues.Maintains professional records that provide evidence of competency and learning.Takes action to achieve goals identified during the evaluation process.Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.CONSULTATION AND COLLABORATION -COORDINATOR:Provides information and consultation to administrative personnel and to staff, regarding programs, projects, and identified problems to be addressed by educational offerings.Collaborates with Practice Manager, Director, Physicians, and other clinical staff on an ongoing basis in order to plan and implement those programs deemed appropriate and/or necessary for staff.Collaborates with nursing staff to identify and provide the necessary patient and family education.Ensures evaluation and implementation of educational needs of patients as ongoing process in collaboration with nursing staff, physicians, and other ancillary departments involved in the patients' care.Ensures orientation of new employees.Serves as a positive role model, mentor, and resource person for less experienced nursing staff. Additionally, acts as a liaison for conflict resolution.Actively participates in Quality Improvement studies by collecting pertinent data, providing comparative information, presenting results of studies with co-workers, management, and leadership. Also, provides solutions to those issues that research has shown exist.CLINICAL SKILLS:Ensures quality of services provided in area of specialty.Maintains competency in clinical skills needed for area of specialty.Assists in clinical training for pharmacist and technical staff in area of specialty.Fulfills educational requirements and keeps current with knowledge in area of specialty.STAFFING:Ensures adequate staffing levels for the department and assesses staff performance, continually providing feedback and identifying areas for improvement.Ensures staff is properly oriented and trained to the department to ensure a high level of quality patient care.Adjusts staffing patterns based on patient care needs.Assigns, directs, and delegates clinical staff to meet patients' needs based on competency of personnel.Effectively communicates with staff, providing feedback in a constructive manner while keeping the Director informed of any unusual concerns, situations, or conditions relative to staff, patients, family members, or physicians.Interviews and makes hiring/termination recommendations to respective supervisor.Conducts quarterly staff meetings.ADDITIONAL DUTIESAdheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.Maintains current Knowledge in present areas of responsibility to include any specialty certification requirements (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.#LT123 #J-18808-Ljbffr