Clinical Coordinator - Command Centre
Apply NowCompany: Southlake Regional Health Centre
Location: Newmarket, ON L3X 1Z9
Description:
Job Number:
J0425-0391
Job Title:
Clinical Coordinator - Command Centre
Status:
Permanent Full Time
Department:
Command Centre-11701.18200200
Hours:
monday- friday
Union:
Management
Job Category:
Healthcare Professional
Number Of Positions:
1
Salary:
$63.51 - $75.49/Hour
Southlake is building healthy communities through outstanding care, innovative partnerships, and amazing people. We deliver a wide range of healthcare services to the communities of northern York Region and southern Simcoe County. Our advanced regional programs include Cancer Care and Cardiac Care and serve a broader population across the northern GTA and into Simcoe-Muskoka.
Our team of nearly 6,000 staff, physicians, volunteers, students and Patient and Family Advisors are committed to creating an environment where the best experiences happen. As a recognition of our commitment to quality and patient safety, we have received the highest distinction of Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada.
Job Summary
The Clinical Coordinator works in collaboration with leadership to support the Patient Access and Flow program, specifically enabling efficient patient flow across the organization, and supporting the Virtual Nursing Team (VNT).
As a corporate leader, the Clinical Coordinator collaborates closely with Access & Flow leadership and inter-professional teams (i.e., VNT, Bed Allocation, Discharge Nurses, Scheduling Office) to support staffing needs, maintain high standards of patient care, and ensure optimal patient outcomes. Key responsibilities include supporting and/or leading daily patient placement meetings, monitoring key performance indicators, and addressing any barriers to patient access or flow.
The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for implementing evidence-based practices, supporting staff development, and playing an active role in quality improvement initiatives. They will also collaborate on recruitment, performance evaluations, and continuous improvement activities that enhance the patient and staff experience.
Primary Responsibilities
* Patient Access and Flow: Maintains presence on the units to coordinate patient flow activities across the organization to reduce delays, ensure timely admissions, and optimize bed utilization.
* Collaboration: Liaise with leaders, physicians, nurses, support services, and allied health professionals to promote a smooth and efficient patient flow and care process.
* Staffing Oversight: Collaborate with the Manager of Access & Flow regarding daily staffing needs and assist with scheduling and resource allocation.
* Performance Management: In collaboration with leadership, participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations of team members, inclduing probationary reviews/interviews. Assist in implementing strategies for continuous learning and development.
* Clinical Leadership: Lead the implementation of evidence-based practices and support the professional development of clinical staff. Provide support for performance discussions and conflict resolution in order to optimize team function and integration.
* Quality Assurance: Monitor standards of care, participate in quality assurance initiatives, and collaborate with inter-professional teams to improve patient care outcomes. Actively participate in the Accreditation process and assist in the development of program goals and objectives.
* Communication and Coordination: Serve as a key point of communication for the Patient Access & Flow Program, inlcuding the VNTs, ensuring that patient flow-related issues are addressed and resolved efficiently.
* Change Facilitation: Implement strategies that facilitate change, encourage staff engagement, and improve patient flow processes in alignment with organizational goals. Liaise with leaders, physicians, staff, students and volunteers.
Qualifications
* RN Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred
* Minimum of 3 to 5 years of acute care clinical experience with knowledge of clinical practice
* Minimum 2 years progressive administrative experience (team leader/Charge Nurse/ supervisor, etc) in a clinical setting preferred
* CNO, RNAO, other professional affiliations as appropriate
* Demonstrates a strong patient and customer focus philosophy in all interactions
* Demonstrates highly developed analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills
* Demonstrates clinical decision-making and organizational skills
* Demonstrates commitment to professional development
* Demonstrates the ability to implement strategies that effectively facilitate change
* Demonstrates the ability to communicate and work with all members of the inter-professional team
* Demonstrates innovation and a willingness to learn
* Demonstrates individual leadership skills as well as a focus on teamwork and collaboration
* Demonstrates the ability to support the clinical team in a professional manner
* Demonstrates excellence in communication, both written and verbal
* Satisfactory attendance at work as per the Attendance Support Program Policy and Procedure
Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.
At Southlake, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve, including those with disabilities. Southlake is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
It is the responsibility of all Southlake employees to work in a safe manner and promote health and safety in the workplace.
Please note: If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, a Southlake Talent Representative will contact you via email. Please double check any emails you receive from Southlake and ensure that the address ends in @southlakeregional.org or @southlake.ca. If it does not, we do not recommend responding as your email may not be sent to the Southlake team.
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J0425-0391
Job Title:
Clinical Coordinator - Command Centre
Status:
Permanent Full Time
Department:
Command Centre-11701.18200200
Hours:
monday- friday
Union:
Management
Job Category:
Healthcare Professional
Number Of Positions:
1
Salary:
$63.51 - $75.49/Hour
Southlake is building healthy communities through outstanding care, innovative partnerships, and amazing people. We deliver a wide range of healthcare services to the communities of northern York Region and southern Simcoe County. Our advanced regional programs include Cancer Care and Cardiac Care and serve a broader population across the northern GTA and into Simcoe-Muskoka.
Our team of nearly 6,000 staff, physicians, volunteers, students and Patient and Family Advisors are committed to creating an environment where the best experiences happen. As a recognition of our commitment to quality and patient safety, we have received the highest distinction of Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada.
Job Summary
The Clinical Coordinator works in collaboration with leadership to support the Patient Access and Flow program, specifically enabling efficient patient flow across the organization, and supporting the Virtual Nursing Team (VNT).
As a corporate leader, the Clinical Coordinator collaborates closely with Access & Flow leadership and inter-professional teams (i.e., VNT, Bed Allocation, Discharge Nurses, Scheduling Office) to support staffing needs, maintain high standards of patient care, and ensure optimal patient outcomes. Key responsibilities include supporting and/or leading daily patient placement meetings, monitoring key performance indicators, and addressing any barriers to patient access or flow.
The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for implementing evidence-based practices, supporting staff development, and playing an active role in quality improvement initiatives. They will also collaborate on recruitment, performance evaluations, and continuous improvement activities that enhance the patient and staff experience.
Primary Responsibilities
* Patient Access and Flow: Maintains presence on the units to coordinate patient flow activities across the organization to reduce delays, ensure timely admissions, and optimize bed utilization.
* Collaboration: Liaise with leaders, physicians, nurses, support services, and allied health professionals to promote a smooth and efficient patient flow and care process.
* Staffing Oversight: Collaborate with the Manager of Access & Flow regarding daily staffing needs and assist with scheduling and resource allocation.
* Performance Management: In collaboration with leadership, participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations of team members, inclduing probationary reviews/interviews. Assist in implementing strategies for continuous learning and development.
* Clinical Leadership: Lead the implementation of evidence-based practices and support the professional development of clinical staff. Provide support for performance discussions and conflict resolution in order to optimize team function and integration.
* Quality Assurance: Monitor standards of care, participate in quality assurance initiatives, and collaborate with inter-professional teams to improve patient care outcomes. Actively participate in the Accreditation process and assist in the development of program goals and objectives.
* Communication and Coordination: Serve as a key point of communication for the Patient Access & Flow Program, inlcuding the VNTs, ensuring that patient flow-related issues are addressed and resolved efficiently.
* Change Facilitation: Implement strategies that facilitate change, encourage staff engagement, and improve patient flow processes in alignment with organizational goals. Liaise with leaders, physicians, staff, students and volunteers.
Qualifications
* RN Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred
* Minimum of 3 to 5 years of acute care clinical experience with knowledge of clinical practice
* Minimum 2 years progressive administrative experience (team leader/Charge Nurse/ supervisor, etc) in a clinical setting preferred
* CNO, RNAO, other professional affiliations as appropriate
* Demonstrates a strong patient and customer focus philosophy in all interactions
* Demonstrates highly developed analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills
* Demonstrates clinical decision-making and organizational skills
* Demonstrates commitment to professional development
* Demonstrates the ability to implement strategies that effectively facilitate change
* Demonstrates the ability to communicate and work with all members of the inter-professional team
* Demonstrates innovation and a willingness to learn
* Demonstrates individual leadership skills as well as a focus on teamwork and collaboration
* Demonstrates the ability to support the clinical team in a professional manner
* Demonstrates excellence in communication, both written and verbal
* Satisfactory attendance at work as per the Attendance Support Program Policy and Procedure
Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.
At Southlake, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve, including those with disabilities. Southlake is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
It is the responsibility of all Southlake employees to work in a safe manner and promote health and safety in the workplace.
Please note: If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, a Southlake Talent Representative will contact you via email. Please double check any emails you receive from Southlake and ensure that the address ends in @southlakeregional.org or @southlake.ca. If it does not, we do not recommend responding as your email may not be sent to the Southlake team.
Are you interested in this job?