Clinical Coordinator PreOp/PACU

Summary The Clinical Coordinator (usually a Registered Nurse) is to provide coordination of therapeutic, effective patient/family-centered care according to physician orders, in compliance with the philosophy of the facility, standards of practice and regulations of governing agencies. Apply knowledge of the nursing process, illness, surgical procedures and anesthesia practice to the patient admissions process. The responsibility of this position includes communication with all staff members, management, physicians, anesthesia care providers, and the patient. Assess the patient and document the admission assessment process according to AORN Standards and Recommended Practice. Demonstrate the ability to evaluate, initiate and implement patient care based on this assessment process. Working Relationships As a representative of this facility, all comments, attitudes, actions, and behaviors have a direct effect on the center's image and perceptions of quality service. Interaction with patients, physicians, referral sources, guests, visitors, volunteer workers, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, etc. must be in a manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful, cooperative, and professional. This behavior should promote an atmosphere of teamwork that is congruent with the center's standards and guidelines to promote positive relations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintain clinical, communication and personal knowledge and skills required to meet the challenge of delivering safe and effective patient care. Assist with daily staffing, patient/physician/employee issues in conjunction with the Director of Nursing and Administrator. Coordinate staffing scheduled for assigned areas based on census, and coordinate lunches and breaks. Clinical Practice Demonstrates competency in all procedures within the scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of the patient served, including the ability to obtain, interpret, and communicate information in terms of the patient’s needs, a knowledge of growth and development, and an understanding of the range of treatment needed by the following age groups: ADOLESCENT (13–17 years) ADULT (18–69 years) GERIATRIC (70+ years) Oversee utilization of the nursing process in all aspects of the delivery of patient care and completion of all activities according to established policy, procedure, and protocol, including: Communicating accurate and timely information regarding patients and their care. Recording pertinent information clearly, accurately and in a timely manner. Demonstrating positive interpersonal relationships with patients, significant others, and co-workers. Using appropriate lines of communication. Assessing the health status of the patient by collecting data via: Patient interview. Performance of a physical assessment for all age groups according to the plan of care. Recognizing variances in the assessment that are normal/abnormal for the age group. Review of records. Organize a plan of care that incorporates physician prescribed treatments, nursing assignments and diagnostic data in a manner that is prioritized, timely and integrated with the pre-operative plan of care. Implement, document, and evaluate the plan of care in a manner that: Reflects management of identified problems. Reflects observations of patient’s response to treatment. Integrates physician’s orders into the plan. Demonstrates appropriate prioritization. Reflects collaboration with physicians and other members of the team. Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate administration of medications and treatments according to policy, procedure, and protocol. Re-evaluates and modifies the plan of care as indicated. Participate in appropriate patient safety procedures and ensure appropriate documentation is completed. Clinical Leadership Accept responsibility for nursing activities related to the care of the patient. Demonstrate appropriate judgment and decision-making skills. Act as the patient’s advocate in meeting his/her physical and psychological needs. Serve as a preceptor and orient new members. Demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to recognize and intervene in stressful situations involving the patient, significant other and/or team members. Create and maintain a safe and comfortable environment in which surgery can take place. Duties and Responsibilities Act as patient advocate, as applied to pre-operative coordination nursing. Treat patients respectively, in a calm and courteous manner at all times. Recognize and anticipate potential situations, institute established procedures for specific situations. Complete self-assessment of procedural competency, practicing within his/her scope of practice and knowledge. Seek out assistance when unfamiliar or uncomfortable with situations or circumstances within his/her responsibilities. Anticipate and assist anesthesia staff with gathering the necessary data for anesthesia metric qualifications approved by the Medical Executive Committee regarding Anesthesia Admission guidelines. Document and record patient pre‑op clearance information. Provide a channel of communication between events and team members prior to the surgical date. Be responsible for documenting accurate, timely data. Ensure patient’s chart is complete prior to admission to the surgery center. Explain any procedure and day of admission questions to the patient and/or family member. Explain pre-operative orders per the respective physician. Act as liaison between the center, the surgeon, anesthesia team and patient before admission to the surgery center. Keep work area stocked with appropriate supplies and order when below usage level. Supervisory Responsibilities Oversee professional and nonprofessional personnel. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, assisting when applicable, assigning and directing work. Physical Demands Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment Work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to noise level; the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to communicable diseases transmitted by patients and co-workers. Qualifications Education and / or Experience Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, preferably with an RN degree. Two- or three-years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Graduate of an accredited nursing institution, preferred. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from patients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute ratio, rate, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Required: Current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS certification within 6 months of hire. Other Skills and Abilities Understanding and commitment to the mission, values, and philosophy of the organization. Awareness of changing trends in nursing practice and ability to adapt. Knowledge and skills to provide patient care appropriate to specific location and patient population. Ability to function effectively in stressful situations. Ability to communicate in verbal and written methods. Ability and willingness to adjust schedule (trade or work extra) to meet the needs of the facility. Ability to work under supervision as well as ability to oversee others. Evidence of continued education in clinical nursing and universal precautions. Ability to set priorities. Superior interpersonal skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr Illinois Sports Med & Ortho Surgery Ctr