Program Coordinator, HMCB Med/Tele

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Coordinator performs the primary functions of a professional nurse leader in assessing, planning, directing, implementing, and evaluating patient care in the Observation Unit on a 24 hour basis.

Develops day-to-day management and long-term planning of the patient care area. Directs and develops staff; demonstrates fiscal responsibility; collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary professional staff; ensures an environment conducive to patient and family centered care.

Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. In addition, Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act. JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing - BSN

Minimum Work Experience

2 years of leadership experience

2 years of acute care experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

Registered Nurse

BLS (required within 90 days)

ACLS (required within 90 days)

NIHSS (required within 90 days)

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Ability to select, train, develop, and supervise human resources

Ability to improve outcomes through knowledge of quality assessment & performance improvement activities

Excellent human relations, oral/written, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to effectively collaborate with community, consumers, physicians, and other members of the health care team

Audit, monitor, and retrieve data

Lead and coordinate Observation Unit meetings

Strong computer skills; inputs data into computer programs

Ability to handle confidential information

Ability to work with therapeutic equipment

Designated Driver

No

OSHA Category

1 - High Risk