CNL ICU Full Time Nights

Community Health Systems•Oro Valley, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Full Time Clinical Nurse Lead position working night shift in the ICU at Oro Valley Hospital. Join a group of helpful individuals—who want you to be successful in a fast paced environment with support from a close-knit team of professionals all united in their efforts to deliver top-notch care, and customer service to our patients! Find camaraderie in daily huddles and collaborate among teams. The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) serves a critically ill adult population that often requires life support. These patients may present with medical or cardiovascular issues, necessitating the expertise of registered nurses trained in intensive care. The nurse's role involves planning, directing, participating in, and evaluating patient care, while collaborating with other disciplines to ensure optimal outcomes in the ICU. In addition to providing direct patient care, the CNL coordinates unit activities, organizes tasks, and assigns responsibilities among the staff. They are responsible for assessing and monitoring patient conditions, as well as educating patients and their families about care processes. The CNL also institutes emergency procedures as needed to address any critical situations that may arise.

Requirements

1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BLS - Basic Life Support required
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required

Nice To Haves

Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex patient care.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
Leadership and mentoring skills to manage staff and promote a positive work environment.
Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients and tasks.
Proficiency in using hospital information systems and clinical documentation tools.
Knowledge of infection control protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement practices.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies.

Responsibilities

Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.
Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.