Patient Care Coordinator - NICU - FT/Night

Job description

Patient Care Coordinator – NICU Essential Duties: Patient Care Coordination • Assists nurses with patient-related questions and clinical support needs • Facilitates patient flow for the department as it relates to admissions, discharges, visits, etc. • Manages own patient assignment, if applicable (varies by location) Resource and Equipment Management • Confirms availability of necessary patient equipment, supplies and / or medications • Optimizes utilization of department and hospital resources Staff and Resource Management • Creates and evaluates staffing plans and schedules • Oversees smooth transitions between care providers and between shifts • Ensures adherence to workplace protocols and procedures Quality Improvement and Professional Development • Participates in quality improvement initiatives, including but not limited to data collection, planning, implementation, and outcome evaluation. • May support investigation and resolution of specific outcomes, situations, or clinical care concerns. • Fosters a positive professional practice environment. • Mentors and coaches staff to attain optimal performance and provides input to Annual Discussion. May serve as a competency validator in general nursing and specialty practice setting ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan. Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, 2 years in the specialty area preferred. Actively pursuing a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing required for those hired into the role prior to October 1, 2018. A BSN is required for those hired into the role after October 1, 2018. Transition Plan for those currently in the role for meeting Educational Requirements: - Begin BSN within two years of October 1, 2011 - Complete BSN degree by October 1, 2018 Charge Nurse experience preferred. Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption. More Than Just Care, It’s Community Imagine doing meaningful work in a place where people vacation. That’s life at Munson Healthcare - northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system, with eight award-winning community hospitals serving over half a million residents across 29 counties. If you want a career in healthcare and a lifestyle most people only dream about – with freshwater lakes, scenic trails, charming downtowns, a vibrant arts scene, and endless outdoor adventures - you might just be Munson Material. To us, that means teammates who live by our values of excellence, teamness, positivity, creativity, and a commitment to creating exceptional experiences for our patients and each other. Join a team that delivers outstanding care in one of the most beautiful regions in the country. Invested in You Grow: Tuition reimbursement, in-person and online development, and access to our career hub to help you advance. Thrive: Full benefits, paid holidays, generous PTO, employee discounts, and free individual retirement counseling. Be Well: Free wellness platform for you and your family, plus personalized support for personal or family challenges. Be Heard: Share your ideas and help shape the way we work through improvement huddles, employee surveys, and town hall meetings