Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator, the purpose of this position is to support the medical needs of the Health Plan members and the other patients of the Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program. Under supervision, the Team Leader is delegated authority and responsibility to manage and facilitate nursing services within the appointed module/department/area. The nurse provides care that is consistent with the philosophy of the Health Care Program.
Essential Functions:
- In collaboration with physician leadership (PIC, Chief, or lead) and the Clinic Coordinator, determines the staffing and scheduling needs for their designated area of responsibility.
- Acts in a cost conscious manner to recommend canceling, teaming, and mix alterations as fluctuations in demand occur.
- Assesses staff educational needs within the Module/Department/Service and facilitates the delivery of appropriate in-service experiences.
- Develops and maintains orientation checklist.
- Provides orientation for nursing and provider staff.
- Assists with the preparation of Performance Appraisals for LPNs and unlicensed personnel in their module/Department or service.
- Provides input to the Clinic Coordinator for development of Performance Appraisals for R.N. staff.
- Collaborates with the Clinic Coordinator in developing policies and procedures for the module.
- Collaborates with other Team Leaders to effectively and efficiently utilize resources in delivering quality care to members.
- Collaborates with Clinic Coordinator in setting quality standards for nursing care.
- Coordinates intra-office emergency systems (fire, codes) with other Team Leaders and the Clinic Coordinator.
- Coordinates patient education and case management efforts within the module.
- Works in partnership with appropriate physician leadership to facilitate interdisciplinary team functioning.
- Manages access, wait lists, and referral process in partnership with provider leadership, appointment center, and Clinic Coordinator.
- Performs selected monitoring functions: A. Health and Safety, B. Quality Assurance, C. Applicable Engineering work and repairs, D. Supplies and equipment.
- Provide and document quality patient care utilizing the nursing process.
- Performs or appropriately delegates independent nursing functions as defined in the Oregon and Washington Nurse Practice Acts.
- Communicates patient needs and changes in condition to appropriate personnel.
- Functions as a patient advocate within the scope of a Health Maintenance Organization.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for staff, patients and family members.
- Uses cost effective measures in the delivery of nursing care.
- Coordinates and implements medical orders.
- Performs skilled nursing tasks and demonstrates operational knowledge of procedures and equipment.
- Performs triage and telephone advice independently and within scope of the Oregon and Washington Nurse Practice Act.
- Coordinates activities of the interdisciplinary team in order to ensure positive outcomes for individual patients with complex health care needs.
- Develops nursing care plans for high risk patients and populations cared for within the module.
- Identifies patient/caregiver knowledge deficits associated with health care and/or the therapeutic regimen and responds appropriately.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum two (2) years of acute care or clinical setting experience required.
- Recent acute care nursing experience and demonstrated experience in the area being posted, (i.e., allergy, peds, medicine, etc.) preferred.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing.
- Current RN license in Oregon and Washington. Requires Oregon or Washington license at time of hire. Licenses in both states are required within six (6) months of hire.
- Current BLS w/AED certification.
Salary Range:
$34.75 - $49.25
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
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