Job Summary:

Performs duties by applying professional nursing theory and principles, and utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care given to BHU patients. Provides consultation to Chief Nursing Officer regarding behavioral health nursing standards of practice. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary health care team in providing patient care. Demonstrates clinical, organizational and communication skills in dealing with psychiatric patients, families and other health care workers. Under the direction of the Behavioral Health Unit Director, the Clinical Coordinator additionally assumes responsibility for scheduling, staff support, employee evaluations, KRONOS, bed assignments, safety of unit, and other duties as assigned by the Behavioral Healthcare Director.

Essential Duties:

• Applies nursing process to direct patient care through assessment, analysis of collected data, development of a plan of care, and implementation and evaluation of effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relation to intended goal.
• Provides adequate information and instruction to the patient, and his/her significant other and family.
• Provides for an environment conducive to patient and staff safety. Conforms to hospital policies and procedures.
• Functions in a leadership position as assigned, to plan, direct and coordinate unit activities. Works with team members toward common goals and provides for a positive work environment.
• Maintains current knowledge in area of clinical practice.
• Responsible for scheduling, staffing, and vacation approvals for assigned unit.
• Assists the Director to review and complete employee performance evaluations.
• Assists the Director with new employee orientation and competency evaluation.
• Assists the Director to ensure that all staff are current with mandatory educational requirements, as well as having current licenses, PPD’s, etc.
• Available to support staff as a resource person for procedures and treatments.
• Coordinates with RNs daily staffing assignments based on staffing matrix and patient acuity.
• Works closely with the Director on unit specific performance improvement projects.
• Participates in hospital committees and task forces as directed by the Director.
• Identifies learning needs of Behavioral Health Staff and coordinates education opportunities. Also participates in developing and teaching continuing education projects, such as management of aggressive behavior and Skills for staff competencies.
• Assists Unit Assistant with KRONOS payroll system for assigned unit, as needed.
• Works cooperatively with the Nursing Coordinator/Placement Office to assign patient beds.
• Evaluates assigned unit for safety issues and completes weekly safety checks.
• Provides moral support and encouragement for staff.

License/Certifications:

• Current license as an RN issued by the State of Oregon.
• Must have current American Heart Association BLS for Health Care Providers within 30 days of hire.
• ANCC Mental Health Psychiatric Nursing Certification preferred.

Experience:

• Two years experience working with psychiatric patients required.
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, principles, and practices to provide direct patient care appropriate to population of specialty.
• Ability to apply nursing theory and principles and carry out the nursing process.
• Needs to have communication and interpersonal skills in relating to public and peers.

Education:

• BSN required.