Clinical Unit Leader - Med Surg - Telemetry Unit - Fairfield Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Fairfield, OH

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About The Position

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

The leader provides clinical guidance and staff support, oversees the unit in the unit leader’s absence, and helps ensure safe, coordinated care and effective unit operations. The role also supports quality improvement, staff development, teamwork, and the organization’s mission and nursing professional practice model.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or a compact-state license.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification 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 in the acuity level of the desired area.
• Skills and knowledge include collaborative relationships; working with physicians and medical staff; conflict resolution; oral, written, and interpersonal communication; diversity; consensus building and group facilitation; behavior management; high-reliability concepts; care delivery models; clinical outcomes; staff education and development; evidence-based practice; hospital policies and procedures; nursing and clinical best practices and research; nursing professional practice; patient care services; performance and quality improvement; regulatory standards; risk management and patient safety; change management; leadership and mentoring; advocacy and accountability; ethical principles and compliance; data analysis; customer service; human resources and information management; people management; problem solving; staffing; strategic planning; workforce development; and union environments.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
• NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program.
• TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum.
• ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course.
• National board certification in a specialty.
• Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification.
• Two years of nursing experience, including at least one year of clinical experience in the acuity level of the desired area.

Responsibilities

• Adjust schedules and patient assignments to address 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 supplies and equipment appropriately.
• Communicate with patients and families about nursing interventions and plans of care.
• Round on patients to assess safety, quality, and patient experience.
• Serve as a resource to staff, patients, and families to support effective communication.
• Act as a clinical resource and role model for staff and, when appropriate, serve as a preceptor.
• Participate in interprofessional collaboration to coordinate care, support continuity, and optimize 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 results, and suggesting studies.
• Facilitate patient placement and safe, efficient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Provide feedback and mentoring to nursing and support staff.
• Promote teamwork, mutual respect, open communication, and timely, constructive conflict management and resolution.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision, follow BSMH policies, and practice according to the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 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