Registered Nurse Coordinator 24/7
Location: Syracuse New York
Description: St. Joseph's Hospital is at present recruited Registered Nurse Coordinator 24/7 right now, this vacancy will be placed in New York. More complete informations about this vacancy opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. The coordinator is responsible for the daily operations, staff, service or function assigned. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE: Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline with one to two years progressive experience in the field. Advanced degree is a plus/requirement, depending on specific service needs and/or requirements. Ideally the candidate will have some supervisory experience. Or, AAS degree in appropriate discipline with progressive experience in the field will be considered based on specific department needs and/or requirements. Graduate o f an accredited school of nursing and current licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of New York. Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and services.
Palliative Care Coordinator Position Description
POSITION TITLE: Program Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Medical-Surgical Services
MISSION STATEMENT:
We are passionate healers dedicated to honoring the Sacred in our sisters and brothers.
VISION:
To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.
CORE VALUES:
In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing: Compassion through our kindness, concern and genuine caring, Reverence in honoring the dignity of the human spirit, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being and speaking the truth.
RELATIONSHIP-BASED CARE GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
Caring and healing practices are found in relationships, communication and the hospital setting. Patients are actively involved in their care and experience a therapeutic relationship with the caregiver. Patient care is designed to meet patient and family needs while taking into account the unique needs of each patient. These values are consistent in practice and include patient advocacy, safety and education. Teamwork promotes clinical excellence and is rooted in effective communication, accountability and continuity of care and respect for co-workers. Caring leaders create an environment in which caring relationships happen. These leaders emerge from all levels of the network helping to create a shared vision reflecting the mission, vision, and values of St. Joseph ’s.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The coordinator is responsible for collaboration with interdisciplinary team members while implementing the nursing role in end-of-life care. Responsible for ongoing staff education and development in caring for patients at end-of-life. Serves as a resource throughout the hospital in formulating plans of care for improved end-of â€"life care. Applies knowledge gained from palliative care research to end-of-life care and education.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
Bachelor prepared Registered Nurse with a minimum of six months progressive experience in the field. Ideally, the candidate will have some supervisory experience. Licensure as required by regulatory agency. Committed to obtain National Certification in ELNEC, palliative care or hospice within two years. Participates in orientation and continuing education, updates, and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal, motivational and conflict resolution skills. Strong participatory management, team building and administrative skills. Broad based knowledge of related regulatory compliance requirements.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:
Exposure Class I or II, service specific â€" limited exposure to situation which could cause serious illness or injury (II), routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions (I).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Medium work: Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, push and pull.
WORK CONTACT GROUP:
All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.
SUPERVISED BY:
Director or Manager
CAREER PATH:
Advanced Leadership
Specific Performance Criteria: Palliative Care Coordinator Expectations Exceeds Meet Below Leadership: Creates atmosphere of mutual respect, trust and support. Promotes best practices in patient care delivery. Maintains expert knowledge of end-of life care and the impact of traditional complementary, and technological therapies on patient-centered outcomes. Works closely with service management regarding daily operational issues including short, mid and long range planning and coordination of overall program.
Financial: Signing authority as assigned by the Director.
Operational: Ensures the daily operations of the service, including but not limited to personnel, safety, coordination, communication, project/work flow and performance of staff duties as required and assigned. Serves as a resource for information about the service in particular and provides consultation as needed. Assists in the recruitment, development, retention and evaluation of staff. Identifies barriers to palliative care program and actively works to facilitate change. · Communications: Facilitates communication between patient, family, colleagues to aid in coping with suffering, loss, and bereavement in end-of-life care. Communicates effectively and compassionately with patient, family and health care team members about end-of-life issues. Effectively educates the patient/family/staff in specialty area.
Researcher: Applies current concepts and findings from research and/or studies to practice. Participates in Performance Improvement and monitoring for palliative care service.
Original: July 2012
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This vacancy starts available on: Mon, 20 Aug 2012 09:45:16 GMT