Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator (RN) - ER

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is DMC's largest and most comprehensive hospital, located in Detroit, Michigan. The hospital is renowned for providing specialized healthcare services including an advanced heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, and cosmetic services. Sinai-Grace is nationally recognized, notably for its revolutionary minimally invasive knee and hip replacement surgeries through its joint replacement program, attracting patients nationwide. The hospital operates over 21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers across Wayne and Oakland Counties. It has distinguished itself by being one of only ten hospitals in the United States to receive a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant aimed at setting national standards for cardiac care for hospitals and physicians. This prestigious grant highlights Sinai-Grace’s commitment to excellence and innovation in patient care.

The role available at DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is for a Clinical Care Coordinator within the nursing department. This is a full-time position with a night shift schedule, offering an exciting opportunity for a registered nurse to take on leadership responsibilities in addition to providing patient care. The position comes with a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000, based on relevant experience, reflecting the hospital’s desire to attract highly qualified and motivated nursing professionals. As a Clinical Care Coordinator, you will serve as a key link between nursing staff and hospital administration, ensuring excellent care delivery and the smooth operation of unit activities during your shift.

The Clinical Care Coordinator assumes responsibility for coordinating the care delivery team during their shift. This includes scheduling and assigning nursing staff, prioritizing and delegating patient care responsibilities, and evaluating the quality of care provided. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to resolve unit and system issues, participating in process improvement initiatives, and contributing to staff performance evaluations. Additionally, the Clinical Care Coordinator supports staff education and professional development, facilitating in-service programs and assisting in interviewing, mentoring, and retaining nursing personnel.

This position requires a nurse who is both a clinical resource and a leader, capable of managing unit throughput to improve patient length of stay (LOS) while promoting a collaborative and efficient work environment. The Clinical Care Coordinator is expected to maintain clinical competence by taking on a patient care assignment during their shift, ensuring they remain closely connected to the direct care activities of the unit. The candidate will have opportunities to influence policy development and uphold standards for nursing practice within the department. Strong leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills are essential to succeed in this role, along with a commitment to personal and professional growth.

With a supportive administrative structure and a commitment to continuous improvement, DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital offers a stimulating environment for professional nurses to grow their leadership skills and impact patient care positively. This role is ideal for nurses seeking to advance their careers by taking on increased responsibility in a diverse, dynamic healthcare setting dedicated to excellence and innovation.