Job Description:
Summary:
The RN – Team Coordinator, under the supervision of the clinical nursing leader or department manager, he/she is responsible and accountable for the care of the assigned patients and directs others to assure compassionate and patient centered care is completed on a shift to shift basis. The RN is expected to practice autonomously within the scope of professional standards, the rules and regulations established by the Tennessee or Virginia Board of Nursing, and knowledge of the policies and procedures within Ballad Health. He/she demonstrates skill in developing and guiding collaborative collegial practice that delivers safe competent care based on meticulous application of the nursing process. He/she demonstrates sensitivity and understanding of the diverse cultural backgrounds of patients and caregivers. The team coordinator works directly with staff on the unit to ensure compliance with patient care and service problem resolution. The position involves maintaining current knowledge of evidence based nursing practice and the ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills in the implementation of all phases of the nursing process. He/she actively participates in patient care quality and performance improvement through data collection, aggregation and analysis of relevant key indicators of quality (KIQ's). Participates in LEAN initiatives for the improvement of processes and patient care delivery. This commitment to quality results in the development and implementation of action plans to include the monitoring of the effectiveness of improvements. Must have knowledge of nursing processes and evidence based practice that constitutes the care given in an acute care hospital setting. The RN serves as a professional role model as a caregiver, mentor, teacher and resource for peers and other providers. He/she demonstrates competency requirements for the Registered Nurse in employed clinical department and for the specific patient population served. RN is responsible for the nursing care of patients assigned to him/her.
The Team coordinator assists with patient assignments, planning, organizing, evaluating, and supervising nursing care within the department. Facilitates communication within the department and interdepartmentally. The Team coordinator identifies conflict at the unit level and initiates resolution and/or escalates through the chain of command as indicated. The Team coordinator provides direction and support for nursing staff. The Team coordinator serves as role model for clinical and ethical practice within the department. The Team coordinator is responsible for education and implementation of patient centered care and department/organization initiatives. Plans and conducts a minimum of two hours of job related educational programs. Verbalizes understanding of Shared Governance Model and willingly serves on at least one Shared Governance, hospital committee, task force, or project to improve patient care or work area.

Individual must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills and function as a liaison between physicians, interdisciplinary treatment team, patients, and families. The person in this position must be able to work as a team leader by communicating effectively with team members and providing an open dialogue for solutions. It is of the utmost importance that written communication is legible.

This individual serves as resource and clinical expert for mentoring staff, team development, and nurse retention. Responsible for mentoring new staff and new graduate nurses either individually or through an assigned preceptor. Monitoring and reporting to clinical leadership trends that might indicate an individual team member is having difficulty performing role expectations. The team coordinator is expected to set an example for all team members of commitment and loyalty to Ballad Health by openly supporting and participating in hospital projects and events.

The person must be committed to continuing education by staying abreast of current medical/healthcare information and by applying evidence-based practices in areas of responsibility in order to remain competent in the ever changing role of the position and development in health care.
Serves as a liaison to System Clinical Educators – ensuring new clinical processes are adopted and provides feedback to clinical education if concurrent training requires revision or additional support.
Teaching colleagues/peers and serving as an effective role model is a basis of professional practice. The Team coordinator demonstrates compliance with established Ballad Health policies, dress code, and standards of professional conduct. Confidentiality is essential to the role.

Individual will assist the department leader in interviewing and selection of team members, and provide input into competencies and evaluation of team members.

Requirements:
College degree required. BSN preferred. Health care related Bachelor's degree or associate nursing degree required. Preferably the RN with an Associate Degree will be actively pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited school.

Minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience required. One to three years of experience in an acute care setting preferred. A relevant background in the clinical position applying for is preferred. Supervisory experience preferred.
National Professional Nurse certification is desired.
One year charge/management experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid and active RN license in the appropriate state for practice.
BLS, ACLS, PALS NRP required dependent upon area
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Work Requirements:
Shift: Night
On Call: No
Weekends: Rotating
Travel Required: No Travel
Shift Details: RN T/C FT 7P-7A
City/State: ABINGDON, VA

The range for this position is $31.00-$44.15. Actual rate is dependent upon experience.

Location:
Johnston Memorial Hospital

Job Description:
Summary:
The RN - Nursing House Supervisor provides oversight and makes decisions related to patient care and throughput/flow. This includes directing and coordinating admissions and transfers to, from, and within the hospital. The Supervisor assists the Hospital’s leadership, management, and nursing team members in achieving organizational goals set to provide patient care while maintaining the organization’s strategic plan. This individual will facilitate professional relationships between all levels of Nurse Leaders, Nursing Team Members, MD Connect/Transfer Center, Medical Staff, admitting department, and interdisciplinary teams to provide patient/room assignment based on patient diagnosis, acuity, Provider orders, and patient throughput/flow. The Supervisor will be able to recognize dynamics of change and respond appropriately within the context of professionalism. He/she demonstrates sensitivity and understanding of the diverse cultural backgrounds of patients and caregivers. The Supervisor will be expected to function among all nursing units to allow for the enhancement of evidence-based practice and continuity of patient care throughout the healthcare continuum. This position will be a resource and act as a role model and coach to all nursing team members to optimize patient outcomes. The RN- Nursing House Supervisor will require leadership and critical thinking skills. He/she will be responsible for engaging the nursing team to provide evidence-based practice, promoting desired patient outcomes and ensuring that practice is congruent with Ballad Health’s policy, procedures, standards of care, and quality outcomes.
If applicable, the Supervisor will work closely with the Nurse Managers and Team Coordinators during normal business hours for patient care issue resolution influencing hospital and departmental operations. This individual will articulate issues and/or problems to Nurse Managers, Directors, and administrative team with recommendations for solutions. Decisions must reflect knowledge of department and organizational goals and strategies. On nights and weekends this position functions as the senior in-house decision-maker for the hospital.
The Supervisor is responsible and accountable for the care of the assigned patients and directs others to assure patient care is facilitated to achieve optimal outcomes. The Supervisor is expected to practice autonomously within the scope of professional standards, the rules, and regulations established by the Tennessee or Virginia Board of Nursing, and knowledge of policies and procedures within Ballad Health. The Supervisor actively participates in patient care quality and performance improvement through data collection, aggregation and analysis of quality indicators. This commitment to quality results in the development and implementation of action plans to include the monitoring of the effectiveness of improvements. The Supervisor will serve as a professional role model as a caregiver, mentor, teacher and resource for peers and other providers.

Requirements:
College degree required. BSN preferred. Health care related bachelor's degree or associate nursing degree required. Preferably the RN with an associate degree will be actively pursuing a Bachelors' degree from an accredited school.
Minimum of three to five years clinical experience, with nursing supervision preferred.

This individual will demonstrate behavior consistent with the Standards of Conduct, professionalism, clinical nursing skills and knowledge of patient care delivery models, effective communication and teaching skills, ability to organize and prioritize effectively, knowledge of Ballad Health's policy and procedures & organizational structure, knowledge of the budget for each nursing unit and system, understanding of disaster procedures, effective critical thinking, decision-making, leadership skills to enhance outcomes, and accountability for ethical and professional practice standards as defined by the State Specific Board of Nursing (TN or VA).

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid and active RN licensure in appropriate state (TN/VA).

BLS, ACLS, PALS NRP required dependent upon area.
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Work Requirements:
Shift: Variable
On Call: No
Weekends: Rotating
Travel Required: No Travel

Location:
Johnson City Medical Center

Job Description:

Summary:
The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for the provision of nursing care for assigned patients within the established standards of evidence-based practice and organizational policy and procedures. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously within the scope of professional standards and the rules and regulations established by the TN and/or VA State Board of Nursing. The RN provides patient care that is appropriate to age and developmental level of assigned patients. The RN appropriately delegates care provision to other members of the nursing care team consistent with role, licensure and scope of practice. Performs nursing assessments and delivers care as an integral part of the care team. Works toward favorable outcomes while delivering safe high-quality healthcare. Accurately reports and documents in the Electronic Medical Record and electronic documentation systems that support the RN's clinical and team member role. He/she has a working knowledge of the nursing process and demonstrates skill in developing and guiding collaborative collegial practice that delivers safe competent care. He/she demonstrates sensitivity and understanding of the diverse cultural backgrounds of our patients and caregivers. The position involves maintaining current clinical knowledge and competency for skills related to the clinical RN role where assigned. Demonstrates the ability to use critical thinking skills in the implementation of all phases of the nursing process. He/she actively participates in patient care quality and performance improvement through data collection and aggregation as assigned. The RN serves as a professional role model as a caregiver, mentor, teacher and resource for students, peers and other providers on the health care team. Must be able to wear a respirator mask and other personal protective apparel as indicated in the provision of patient care.

Requirements:
Associate’s degree or diploma from an accredited Nursing program required. Must be able to complete job related competencies as deemed necessary to the performance of the RN role.

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid and active RN licensure from appropriate state. BLS certification required, ACLS, PALS, NRP required dependent upon area.
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Work Requirements:
Shift: Night
On Call: No
Weekends: Rotating
Travel Required: No Travel

Location:
Holston Valley Medical Center

Job Description:
Summary:
The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for the provision of nursing care for assigned patients within the established standards of evidence-based practice and organizational policy and procedures. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously within the scope of professional standards and the rules and regulations established by the TN and/or VA State Board of Nursing. The RN provides patient care that is appropriate to age and developmental level of assigned patients. The RN appropriately delegates care provision to other members of the nursing care team consistent with role, licensure and scope of practice. Performs nursing assessments and delivers care as an integral part of the care team. Works toward favorable outcomes while delivering safe high-quality healthcare. Accurately reports and documents in the Electronic Medical Record and electronic documentation systems that support the RN's clinical and team member role. He/she has a working knowledge of the nursing process and demonstrates skill in developing and guiding collaborative collegial practice that delivers safe competent care. He/she demonstrates sensitivity and understanding of the diverse cultural backgrounds of our patients and caregivers. The position involves maintaining current clinical knowledge and competency for skills related to the clinical RN role where assigned. Demonstrates the ability to use critical thinking skills in the implementation of all phases of the nursing process. He/she actively participates in patient care quality and performance improvement through data collection and aggregation as assigned. The RN serves as a professional role model as a caregiver, mentor, teacher and resource for students, peers and other providers on the health care team. Must be able to wear a respirator mask and other personal protective apparel as indicated in the provision of patient care.

The competency and practice of point of care testing is under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Medical Director and/or designee per regulatory rule #1200-6-3-15 Alternate Site Testing, Section (1)(c), 9 of the Tennessee Medical Laboratory Board Division of Health Related Boards. This practice is a collaborative process with the Laboratory and Nursing leaderships.

Requirements:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Nursing program required. Must be able to complete job related competencies as deemed necessary to the performance of the RN role. Must have dependable transportation. Must carry current personal collision and liability insurance on any vehicle driven.

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid and active RN licensure from appropriate state. CPR required, ACLS, PALS, NRP required dependent upon area Valid and active driver's license
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Work Requirements:
Shift: Day
On Call: Yes
Weekends: Rotating
Travel Required: Local Travel
Shift Details: days w/ rotating on call shifts
City/State: JOHNSON CITY, TN

Location:
Home Health & Hospice

Job Description:

Summary:
The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for the provision of nursing care for assigned patients within the established standards of evidence-based practice and organizational policy and procedures. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously within the scope of professional standards and the rules and regulations established by the TN and/or VA State Board of Nursing. The RN provides patient care that is appropriate to age and developmental level of assigned patients. The RN appropriately delegates care provision to other members of the nursing care team consistent with role, licensure and scope of practice. Performs nursing assessments and delivers care as an integral part of the care team. Works toward favorable outcomes while delivering safe high-quality healthcare. Accurately reports and documents in the Electronic Medical Record and electronic documentation systems that support the RN's clinical and team member role. He/she has a working knowledge of the nursing process and demonstrates skill in developing and guiding collaborative collegial practice that delivers safe competent care. He/she demonstrates sensitivity and understanding of the diverse cultural backgrounds of our patients and caregivers. The position involves maintaining current clinical knowledge and competency for skills related to the clinical RN role where assigned. Demonstrates the ability to use critical thinking skills in the implementation of all phases of the nursing process. He/she actively participates in patient care quality and performance improvement through data collection and aggregation as assigned. The RN serves as a professional role model as a caregiver, mentor, teacher and resource for students, peers and other providers on the health care team. Must be able to wear a respirator mask and other personal protective apparel as indicated in the provision of patient care.

Requirements:
Associate’s degree or diploma from an accredited Nursing program required. Must be able to complete job related competencies as deemed necessary to the performance of the RN role.

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid and active RN licensure from appropriate state. BLS certification required.
ACLS, PALS, NRP required dependent upon area.
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Work Requirements:
Shift: Night
On Call: No
Weekends: Rotating
Travel Required: No Travel

Location:
Franklin Woods Community Hospital