Registered Nurse - Clinical Coordinator Cardiac/Telemetry - FT

To coordinate, implement, and plan nursing care in a timely and accurate manner. To provide optimum care meeting individual physical, psychosocial, and educational needs of patients and families. We exist as a part of the Williamson Medical Center team to provide timely, informed care with consistency and continuity in an atmosphere that supports each other and demonstrates concern and respect for the patient, their significant other, the medical staff and co-workers from other departments. To assess and maintain a unit-specific competency through the organization and coordination of orientation, competency review and new education.

Position Requirements

• Licensed by the State of Tennessee.
• Earned a nursing diploma or degree from a college or university.
• At least three years of med/surg experience.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and positive communication skills.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Patient Care Delivery
• Standard patient care equipment for services provided. The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment: Network Computer System, Pneumatic Tube System, Epidural Catheter Pumps, Omnicell Medication System; Telemetry; Safe Patient Handling Equipment; IV Pumps; PCA Pumps; AT&T Language line.
• A medical/surgical unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine years of age.
• Able to communicate in English verbally and legibly.
• Able to stand/work for up to twelve hours a day.
• Able to lift with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Provides clinical and patient care that meets current nursing standards.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• Plans for patient teaching, discharge and post discharge needs as appropriate for patient population.
• Functions independently with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to areas evidence by adherence to policy, procedure and competency based assessment and no pattern or trend of problem.
• Handles/transports/stores/prepares/administers medications/solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Reassesses patient's condition, evaluate patient response and modify plan of care accordingly and in a timely manner.
• Assists in quality improvement. Collects data and assures completeness/compliance of documentation through observation and chart reviews. Assists in planning and implementation of process improvement activities.
• Functions as liaison to support clinical care, promote patient safety and ensure quality patient care through clinical rounding, responding to assistance needed for relief of staff and assisting physicians as requested.
• Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development and instruction for annual competency and ongoing educational programs for co-workers.
• Maintains open & effective communication with director to promote & maintain optimal patient safety & maximize operational efficiencies.
• Assist with coordination of funds expended from the approved departmental budgets by staffing to insure maximum effectiveness and judicious use of supplies and equipment.
• Participates in unit and interdepartmental committees and keeps nursing unit advised of changes and improvements.
• Assists in the development and monitoring of patient care and pathways relative to the care of patients in your scope of practice.
• Provides feedback for employee evaluations. Support a positive and equitable teamwork environment.
• Assist with other duties such as payroll, scheduling, and special projects as assigned.
• Maintains healing and therapeutic environment for the patient and family.

Req Benefits:

Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• PTO
• Retirement Matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount programs
• FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Aid

Williamson Health is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Additional Details :

Williamson Health is a regional healthcare system based in Williamson County, Tennessee, with more than 2,500 employees across more than 30 locations and more than 860 physicians and advanced care practitioners offering exceptional healthcare across 60-plus specialties and subspecialties close to home. The flagship facility, Williamson Medical Center, a 337-bed facility which recently opened its new Boyer-Bryan West Tower, offers extensive women's services, state-of-the-art cardiology services, advanced surgical technologies, an award-winning obstetrics and NICU, leading-edge orthopaedics, outpatient imaging services, and distinct comprehensive emergency and inpatient services for both adult and pediatric patients. Other Williamson Health service providers include the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, The Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center, Williamson Health physician practices that are strategically located throughout the community, countywide Emergency Medical Services that include 18 rapid response units, Williamson Health Foundation, and multiple joint venture Vanderbilt Health and Williamson Medical Center Walk-In Clinics in Williamson County. Learn more about our many specialized services at WilliamsonHealth.org.

Williamson Health is a system where your talents will be valued and your skillset expanded. We are rooted in our promise to world-class, compassionate care for the residents of Williamson County and surrounding communities, taking exceptional pride in serving our community. We're committed to empowering our employees to work in innovative ways and reserve time and space for curiosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support the diversity and cultural differences among one another and are committed to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: respect for every individual, the health and total well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity. These shape who we are as an organization and are essential for delivering the highest level of culturally competent care and treatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician and employee.

Company Culture:
We are passionate about the care we offer and also our standards of performance which include compassion, respect, accountability and safety - toward our patients and also toward our colleagues. We're looking for talented, caring, and mission-minded professionals who view their career in healthcare as more than just a paycheck, but as a true calling. We are proud of our unique culture that balances doing what we love, working alongside a supportive team, and maintaining a good quality of life - all while making a difference no matter your department or position.

Community Overview:
Franklin sits in the heart of Williamson County, which has the top-rated school system in the state, a plethora of parks and green spaces, fabulous restaurants, a rich traditional of hospitality, and of course, world-class healthcare. Various publications have showered Franklin with such accolades as one of the "Best Southern Towns," "Best Place to Live," "Top 10 Community for Job Growth," and "Top 50 Cities to Start a Small Business."