Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics
Hermiston, OR
Slate Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Definition of Position: The Department Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) assists the manager in coordinating the nursing aspect of patient care for the Orthopedic departments. The CNC will be responsible for a working knowledge of the medical/legal and accreditation aspects of nursing for the department. Responsible for assisting with coordination of care for the departments served. They will demonstrate excellent clinical skills and act as a resource for staff. Be a role model and may provide direct patient care as well as coordinate the activities of staff with the department. Collaborate with the management team, is responsible for the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the department. The CNC reports to the Assistant Manager/Manager of the department. Essential Job Functions:Collaborate with the management team to coordinate quality aspects of patient care activities.Coordinates unit specific initiatives in collaboration with the unit managers.Perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.Function independently as a patient care giver in all areas of the Emergency Department.Coordinate and provide education/re-training and in-services in collaboration with the nursing education department and unit managers.Convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, grief, or trauma.Set an example that creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation.Communicate effectively and therapeutically with patients and staff.Incorporate guest relations in daily activities.Identifies, develops, and implements process improvement projects in collaboration with the department managers, education department, and quality department.Participates in task forces, education committees, performance improvement teams, and other committees as assigned.The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).Performs other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:Education Required: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Preferred: BSN in nursing, certificate in specialty area. Licenses/ certifications/ registrationsRequired: Current RN license in the State of Oregon, ACLS, & PALS. ExperienceRequired: 3 years nursing experience. Preferred: Previous leadership, education, and/or quality experience.Other:Possesses knowledge of the scope and complexity of the patient's age-specific, cultural, physical, and psychosocial well-being served by the hospital. Mathematical computational skills, able to communicate therapeutically. Self-motivated, responsible, role model well organized. Position Urgency:Normal Billing string = Good Shepherd Med Ctr