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Clinical Unit Coordinator- Labor and Delivery

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$15,000
United States, Virginia, Manassas
May 20, 2025
Clinical Unit Coordinator - Labor and Delivery Job Code: RN1107 Full-time - Nights Sign-on Bonus $15,000 ABOUT US Wearewelcominganewerainhealthcarewhereachievinggoodhealthisjustthebeginning.AtUVAHealthNorthernVA&Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know - and making connectionswith- our patients.By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy,weare improving the patientexperience. As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member,you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advancedmedicaltechnologiesandfeelastrongsenseofsatisfactionfrommakingadifferenceinpeople'sliveseveryday. JOB TYPE Classification: Nonexempt SupervisesPositions:No JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Unit Coordinator coordinates direct and indirect patient care at the hospital-wide level. She/he is responsible for the shift or specific operations of the hospital to provide effective patient care.This includes patient flow,personnelmanagement,qualityimprovement,and directandindirectpatientcare.She/heprovidescarethatreflects initiative, flexibility,and responsibility indicative of professional expectations with minimal supervision.The Clinical Unit Coordinator incorporates a higher level of skill and knowledge to perform and role model direct and indirect patient care of the neonate,child,adolescent,adult,andgeriatricpatientthroughmentoringandadvisingontheassessmentofhealthneeds,developmentandimplementationoftheplanofcare,andabilitytoevaluateoutcomes.She/heconsistentlydemonstratesa positive attitude,accountability, confidence, critical thinking,fairness,and flexibility.Supports the department Manager and Assistant Manager in accomplishing department goals and outcomes and sustaining a state of continual regulatory readiness.In addition, the Clinical Unit Coordinator is visible, present, and available to staff to provide mentoring, teaching, andsupport. Some of the major job functions include but are not limited to: Determinesprioritiesofcarebasedonphysicalandpsychosocialneeds,aswellasfactorsinfluencingpatientflow through thesystem. Demonstrates attitude and communication in alignment with ASPIRE values Availableforconsultationtoevaluatepatientprogresstowarddesiredoutcomesandassistintakingcorrective action to promote effective patient care and meet QualityIndicators. Participates in MDrounds/Huddles as applicable. Isabletorespondquickly andaccuratelytochangesincondition orresponsetotreatment. Models and exemplifies the facility's corevalues. Assists the Nurse Manager with monitoring and improving patient and employee satisfactionscores. Facilitates Huddles as needed and holds staff accountable to topicspresented. Supports institutional and unitgoals. Promotes staff development and employeeengagement. Serves as a clinical/operational resource tostaff. Serves as a clinical knowledgeexpert. Promotes a shared governance model on theunit. Assists with staffing andscheduling to meet department needs. Seeks out opportunities for own professionalgrowth. Patient Care:Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles ofprevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and familyneeds. Quality: Collaborates with other departments or disciplines to achieve desired quality outcomes. Monitors the quality of core processes in the department. Applies the principles of safety and infection control to ensure the safety of allpatients. Communication: Demonstrates superior interpersonal and communication skills. Works within a team to achieve patient and teamgoals. Shares and initiates regular and professional communication withco-workers. Participates in regular staffmeetings. Identifies opportunities to improve processes based on feedback from staff andcustomers. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Completion of a nursing program approved by the State Board of Nursing.Bachelor'sDegree in Nursing preferred. Experience:2yearsofexperienceinan acutecaresettingorspecializedunitpreferred.RefertotheLifeSupportTraining Policy for additionaldetails. Licensure:Registered Nurse with a current licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Additional Skills/Requirements Required:Ability to perform basic nursing skills on groups of patients.Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly.Ability to administer medication utilizing the five rights.Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.Basic computer knowledge. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demand Code: 20A,Nursing Work Function/Activity:Medium to Heavy Physical Demand The job requires constant standing,frequent walking, and bending/stooping.Proficient communicative,auditory,andvisual skills.Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.Ability to lift/push/pull100 lbs.For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities,or aspects of the job described.It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA&Culpeper. OTHER May require the use of safety equipment,such as a HEPA mask,for infection prevention:Yes On call responsibilities as directed:Yes Abilitytotravelbetweencampus buildings,remote facilities,andoutoftownasneeded:Yes The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.