Clinical Unit Leader - Charge Nurse - Endoscopy - St. Francis Downtown

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Greenville, SC

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About The Position

The Lead RN/Charge Nurse coordinates patient care on a designated unit. In collaboration with the Clinical Manager, the role uses the nursing process and clinical knowledge to coordinate members of the health care team and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction, while seeking optimal efficiency and productivity of resources. The position provides staff guidance and clinical support and oversees the unit in the unit leader’s absence.

The Clinical Unit Leader supports safe, high-quality care and effective communication among patients, families, staff, and other departments. The role contributes to quality monitoring and performance improvement, patient placement and transitions, staff development, and a collaborative work environment. Nurses are expected to deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intent of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or a compact-covered state.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from an approved source before entering a patient care setting.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• BLS certification upon hire.
• PALS, ACLS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC, national board specialty certification, or Nurse Executive/designated specialty certification, as applicable to the unit.
• Two years of nursing experience, including at least one year of clinical experience at the acuity level of the desired area.
• Skills in collaborative relationship building, working with physicians and medical staff, conflict resolution, oral and written communication, diversity, consensus building, group facilitation, interpersonal communication, and managing behaviors.
• Knowledge of 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, and risk management.
• Working knowledge of patient safety programs, identifying risks, and responding to recommendations; ability to learn from setbacks and failures.
• Skills in change management, foundational leadership, mentoring, succession planning, advocacy, accountability, receiving feedback and coaching, and upholding ethical principles and corporate compliance standards.
• Skills in analyzing data, customer service, human resources, information management and technology, people management and leadership, problem solving, staffing based on a matrix, strategic planning and management, workforce development planning, and working in union environments.

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.
• Act as a clinical resource and role model for staff and, as appropriate, serve as a preceptor.
• Participate in interprofessional collaborative practice to support care coordination, continuity, and patient experience.
• Communicate and follow up with other departments to resolve operational problems.
• Participate in quality monitoring and performance improvement, including monitoring activities, evaluating unit-based results, and suggesting studies.
• Facilitate patient placement and safe, efficient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Provide feedback and mentoring to nursing and support staff.
• Promote teamwork and mutual respect, encourage open communication and conflict resolution, and manage conflict in a timely, direct, and positive manner.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision and adhere to BSMH policies and its Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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