Professional Practice Magnet Coordinator RN

Established by the Sisters of the St. Francis in 1924, CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 268-bed regional referral center in Kearney, Neb. At CHI Health Good Samaritan, you’ll find an advanced level trauma center that also offers AirCare emergency helicopter transport and an ambulance program providing long distance and local 911 service. Among our many other services are cardiac care including open-heart surgery, a level II neonatal intensive care unit, a nationally accredited cancer center, comprehensive neurosurgery, advanced orthopedic program, and inpatient and outpatient mental health services at our free-standing Richard Young Behavioral Health facility.

This position works to facilitate and lead professional practice & development of assigned projects. A high degree of professional competence & autonomy will be demonstrated in performing the roles of consultant/collaborator, change agent, educator, coach/mentor and researcher.

• Supports & facilitates the problem solving and decision-making skills of health care providers, the institution and other organizations.
• Utilizes principles of communication to facilitate appropriate exchange of information.
• Responds to requests for consultation from staff members and directors regarding practice issues.
• Collaborates with the nurse directors/managers/educators to identify clinical activities to facilitate the professional growth of staff.
• Provides leadership and coordination related to maintaining Magnet designation.
• Serves as a liaison between Education, Human Resources and the nursing division in issues that affect professional practice and facilitates communication across nursing departments.
• Assists nursing staff with decision making in practice situations.
• Serves as a patient and family advocate

• Masters Of Science in Nursing 
• Current RN license in the State of Nebraska
• BLS (Basic Life Support) is required upon hire