Clinical Coordinator Hospice

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for maintaining clinical practice standards, utilizing and promoting evidence based practice and guiding the VNA interdisciplinary team. Acts as a staff resource and liaison to facilitate staff development. Works collaboratively with Patient Care Manager to maintain standards of professional nursing practice.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates expertise in areas of clinical practice. Supports Patient care Manager in maintaining and supervising daily operations, clinical oversight, training and competency. Assists Patient Care Manager in developing, evaluating and adjusting current and future staffing based upon patient care needs; initiates adjustments as needed. Uses Nursing Process as framework for patient care delivery. Acts as a liaison between interdisciplinary team to facilitate optimal case management and discharge planning. Assigns responsibility for patient care. Assists with staff education activities (i.e. orientation, competency, skill reviews, mandatory in servicing, and evaluation of student clinical placements.) Provides input to annual performance reviews of assigned staff. Maintains awareness of unit budget. Consistently fosters a positive work environment. Takes active role in program performance improvement initiatives. Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs. Participates in identifying departmental needs and supports departmental goals and objectives that contribute to the growth of the Program. Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to coworkers. Complies with established chain of command for work-related problems. Assists with maintenance of departmental records for administrative and regulatory issues. Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements. Demonstrates/models the Network's Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety. Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated Other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Occasionally lift and/or carry 100 lbs Frequently lift and/or carry 50 lbs Stand and/or walk at least 6 hours in an 8-hour work day Stooping (bending at the waist) and crouching (stooping and bending at the knees)

• required frequently Handling (grasping)
• required frequently Fingering (fine manipulation)
• required only occasionally

Important:

The functional capacity to perform heavy work includes the functional capacity to perform medium, light and sedentary work. Good physical and mental health. Neat, clean, free from body odors, conforms to the uniform code. Constant standing and walking during work periods. Turning, stooping, bending, climbing, stretching and lifting in the provision of nursing care. Finger and hand dexterity necessary to handle delicate instruments and other equipment Visual and auditory acuity required to provide comprehensive nursing care.

EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program. Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or seeking licensure through endorsement.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Two years experience in home health or hospice. Evidence of successful completion of BLS. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Founded in 1872, St. Luke's University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue in excess of $4 billion, the Network's service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. St. Luke's hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St. Luke's Children's Hospital. SLUHN is the only Lehigh Valley-based health care system to earn Medicare's five-star ratings (the highest) for quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction. It is both a Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades Top Hospital and a Newsweek World's Best Hospital. The Network's flagship University Hospital has earned the 100 Top Major Teaching Hospital designation from Premier 13 times total and eleven years in a row, including in 2023 when it was identified as THE #4 TEACHING

HOSPITAL IN THE COUNTRY.

In 2021, St. Luke's was identified as one of the 15 Top Health Systems nationally. St. Luke's is the ONLY health care institution in the Lehigh Valley to be named a Top Workplace regionally repeating the exclusive honor for the third year in a row. Also, for the third straight year, St. Luke's has been a Top Workplaces in the Philadelphia Region by the Philadelphia Inquirer, ranking 9th in the large employer category for 2025 and the only health care system in PA to receive this award. In 2025, St. Luke's was recognized as a national Top Workplaces by USA Today, three years in a row, including the 3rd best health care system in the nation in 2023 and 2024. Lastly, in 2025, St. Luke's was named a Top Workplace in New Jersey for the third year in a row. Learn More Here.