Clinical Unit Leader - 5th Floor Intermediate - St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Warren, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Unit Leader (Lead RN/Charge Nurse) coordinates patient care on a designated unit. In collaboration with the Clinical Manager, this role applies the nursing process and clinical knowledge to coordinate the health care team and sustain an environment that promotes excellent clinical practice and customer satisfaction while supporting efficient and productive use of resources.

The leader adjusts staffing schedules and patient assignments as acuity, patient population, resources, or care design change; guides staff and provides clinical support; and oversees the unit in the unit leader’s absence. The role supports safe, coordinated care, communication with patients and families, quality and performance improvement, appropriate patient placement, and a collaborative, respectful work environment. The role also serves as a clinical resource and role model, may precept, and mentors nursing and support staff. Associates are expected to support the organization’s mission and policies and practice according to the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model. Other job-related duties may be assigned, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or a compact license covering that state is required.
• BLS Basic Life Support is preferred upon hire and must be obtained from an approved source before entering a patient care setting.
• Preferred experience: 2 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year of clinical experience at the acuity level of the desired area.
• Skills and abilities include collaborative relationship building; collaboration with physicians and medical staff; conflict resolution; effective oral and written communication; interpersonal and relationship building; fostering diversity; consensus building and group facilitation; and inspiring desired behaviors while managing undesired behaviors.
• Knowledge and abilities include high-reliability concepts, care delivery models, clinical outcomes, education and developmental practices, evidence-based practices, hospital policies and procedures, nursing best practices and research, nursing professional practice, patient care services, performance and quality improvement, regulatory standards, risk management, and patient safety programs.
• Leadership and professional skills include change management, foundational leadership, mentoring, succession planning, advocacy, accountability, openness to feedback and coaching, ethical practice, and corporate compliance.
• Additional skills include analyzing information, customer service, human resources and information management, technology, people management and leadership, problem solving, staffing based on a matrix, strategic planning and management, workforce development planning, and working in union environments.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• BLS Basic Life Support certification, preferred upon hire.
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
• NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification.
• TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum certification.
• ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course certification.
• National Board Certification Specialty.
• Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification.

Responsibilities

• Adjust schedules and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources, and care design.
• Guide staff, provide clinical support, and oversee the unit in the absence of the unit leader.
• Maintain knowledge of environmental safety standards and infection control, and use appropriate supplies and equipment.
• Communicate with patients and families about nursing interventions and the plan of care.
• Round on patients to evaluate safety, quality, and patient experience.
• Serve as a resource to staff, patients, and family members to support effective communication.
• Function as a clinical resource and role model for staff and may serve as a preceptor.
• Participate in interprofessional collaborative practice to support care coordination, continuity of care, and patient experience.
• Communicate and follow through with other departments to resolve operational problems.
• Participate in quality monitoring and performance improvement through monitoring activities, evaluation of unit results, and suggestions for studies.
• Facilitate appropriate patient placement and safe, efficient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Provide feedback and mentoring to nursing and support staff.
• Promote teamwork, mutual respect, open communication, conflict management, and timely, direct, positive conflict resolution.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision, adhere to BSMH policies, and practice in accordance with the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed