RN Charge​/Shift Coordinator-Weekend Nights - East Medical Care Unit

Job Description - RN Charge/Shift Coordinator - Weekend Incentive Nights - 7

East Medical Care Unit (2500013A)

The 7 East Medical Care Unit is an exciting, innovative, dynamic, fast‑paced, 50‑bed, acute care unit, and the first‑choice unit for patients with a variety of medical care needs. 7 East is recognized for its teamwork and multidisciplinary approach to the delivery of quality patient care. We value life‑long learning, which is evident in the caring and expert way in which we welcome and train new team members and in how we support professional development for all our staff.

We continuously reflect on our practices, staff development and patient outcomes to ensure that we unfailingly provide high quality and safe patient care. The 7 East team is known for its supportive work environment and our focus on the value of work‑life balance.

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. CNMC supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community  Shift Coordinator, on a shift‑to‑shift basis, will direct the activities of and/or participate as a member of the patient care delivery team.

In collaboration with unit leadership, participate to plan, manage and evaluate unit‑based clinical care and ensure continuity of care is maintained.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

• 2 years nursing experience (Required)
• 1 year recent pediatric experience in a comparable setting (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Successfully complete hospital and nursing orientation at CNMC
• Displays strong leadership in a team environment through example
• Demonstrates initiatives and leadership through involvement in projects and committee work

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse in District of Columbia

Professional Practice/Research

• Participate / support Shared Leadership
• Contribute to CNMC’s Magnet Journey
• Ensure nursing is based on evidence of best practice
• Accountable to support/participate in the Division of Nursing’s Performance Improvement process
• Participate in community activities

Staffing

• Assess and modify skill mix and staff levels using manager or clinical coordinator for complex issues
• Demonstrate awareness of cost containment strategies by efficiently planning staffing patterns, level and mix to meet patient care needs
• Ensure staff adherence to unit/hospital policies
• Effectively manage conflict resolution

Patient Services

• Continuously perform patient/family assessments as necessary to ensure needs are met
• Ensure patient/family educational needs are met
• Serve as consumer's advocate for patient/family concerns
• Utilize multidisciplinary approach to meeting patient care needs
• Function as a resource to plan patient discharge and all clinical issues

Human Resources

• Participate in the performance appraisal process for all staff
• Implement change with a positive impact
• Facilitate learning opportunities for all staff
• Provide performance feedback to all staff in a constructive, timely manner

Leadership

• Lead by example to secure a team environment
• Initiative leadership through involvement in projects and committee work

Organizational Commitment/Identification

• Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
• Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
• Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
• Maintain confidentiality at all times

Customer Service

• Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follows up until needs are met

Teamwork/Communication

• Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
• Partner with all team members to achieve goals
• Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions

Performance Improvement/Problem‑solving

• Contribute to a positive work environment
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
• I…