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RN Behavioral Health Clinical Coordinator

Merit Health Central

Jackson, Mississippi

The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for coordinating clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care, and supporting staff within a designated department or clinical area.

Posted Oct 15 · 1 year of experience

Shift and hours
Day shift Position Type: Full Time Day
Unit and setting
Psych · Behavioral Health
License
RN license RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure requiredRN, state licensure and/or compact state licensure
Term
Permanent Position Type: Full Time DayFull time

Do you qualify?

License
RN, state licensure and/or compact state licensure RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required Check your license
Certification
BLS (Basic Life Support) BLS - Basic Life Support required
Experience
1-3 years clinical experience in a healthcare setting 1-3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting required

Preferred

Certification
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
Experience
1-2 years prior coordination role experience 1-2 years of prior experience in a coordination role preferred

What it pays

Benefits

  • BenefitsHealth insurance (medical, dental, vision)Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Benefits401(k) with matching401(k) with matching
  • BenefitsPaid time offPaid Time Off
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
More benefits (1)
  • Vision insurance

The role and schedule

Day to day
Coordinates daily patient flow, resource allocation and staff assignments Coordinates daily clinical operations, including patient flow, resource allocation, and staff assignments, to ensure efficient and effective care delivery.
Day to day
Guides clinical staff and helps with complex patient care situations Supports clinical staff by providing guidance, addressing concerns, and assisting with complex patient care situations.
Day to day
Implements and evaluates care plans with interdisciplinary teams Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to implement and evaluate care plans, ensuring alignment with patient needs and departmental goals.
Day to day
Assists in onboarding and training new clinical staff Assists in onboarding and training new clinical staff, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
Day to day
Maintains accurate documentation of patient care, clinical activities and quality measures Maintains accurate documentation related to patient care, clinical activities, and quality measures as required.
Day to day
Liaises between clinical staff, physicians, patients and families Serves as a liaison between clinical staff, physicians, patients, and families to facilitate communication and resolve concerns.
Day to day
Ensures availability and proper use of equipment, supplies and resources for patient care Ensures the availability and proper use of equipment, supplies, and resources needed for patient care.
Day to day
Participates in emergency response planning and execution Participates in emergency response planning and execution, supporting staff and patients during critical situations.
Hours stated
Full Time Day

The workplace

Merit Health Central
Hiring organization

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

On your path

Psychiatric Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

Original listing

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Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

Position Type: Full Time Day

Benefits

  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Job Summary

The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for coordinating clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care, and supporting staff within a designated department or clinical area. This role involves overseeing workflows, managing resources, and fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The Clinical Coordinator serves as a key point of contact for clinical inquiries, process improvements, and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

  • Coordinates daily clinical operations, including patient flow, resource allocation, and staff assignments, to ensure efficient and effective care delivery.
  • Supports clinical staff by providing guidance, addressing concerns, and assisting with complex patient care situations.
  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to implement and evaluate care plans, ensuring alignment with patient needs and departmental goals.
  • Assists in onboarding and training new clinical staff, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
  • Maintains accurate documentation related to patient care, clinical activities, and quality measures as required.
  • Serves as a liaison between clinical staff, physicians, patients, and families to facilitate communication and resolve concerns.
  • Ensures the availability and proper use of equipment, supplies, and resources needed for patient care.
  • Participates in emergency response planning and execution, supporting staff and patients during critical situations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting required
  • 1-2 years of prior experience in a coordination role preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong clinical knowledge and the ability to oversee complex patient care situations.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration among interdisciplinary teams.
  • Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing operational challenges.
  • Knowledge of healthcare regulations, policies, and quality improvement practices.
  • Ability to train, mentor, and support clinical staff in adhering to best practices and standards.

Licenses and Certifications

  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
  • BLS - Basic Life Support required
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

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What's around it?

In Jackson, MS

Jackson, MSFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% below the US average

Median rent
$1,055/mo
Household income
$42,071/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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