Clinical Unit Leader Weekend Only Plan - Cardiac Intermediate Care - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Unit Leader coordinates patient care on a designated unit. In collaboration with the Clinical Manager, the leader uses the nursing process and clinical knowledge to coordinate the healthcare team and sustain an environment that promotes excellent clinical practice, customer satisfaction, efficiency, and productivity. The role provides clinical guidance and support to staff and assumes responsibility for the unit in the absence of the unit leader.

This position is for the Cardiac Intermediate Care unit at Roper Hospital and follows a weekend-only schedule of 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, for 36 scheduled hours per week. The leader supports safe, coordinated care, effective communication, quality improvement, staff development, and a respectful team environment. Care must be appropriate to the ages and needs of patients served by the assigned unit, from neonates through geriatrics.

The role requires an associate degree in nursing or a nursing diploma, a current RN license, and a BSN for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations. Two years of RN experience, including at least one year in the desired acuity area, is required for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations. BLS is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations. Unit-specific certifications may also be required based on the unit’s requirements.

The work may involve high stress, fluctuating workloads, interruptions, exposure to infectious materials and other workplace hazards, and physical activity such as walking, standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and kneeling. Travel to off-site locations may be required occasionally, with long-distance or air travel as needed not to exceed 10%.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of work or coverage under a compact license.
• Associate of Nursing degree or diploma in nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations.
• Two years of registered nursing experience, including at least one year of clinical experience in the desired area’s acuity level, required for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations.
• BLS Basic Life Support required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations and obtained from an approved source before entering a patient-care setting.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to patients across the lifespan, from neonates through geriatric patients.
• Ability to use universal precautions and personal protective equipment and follow infection-control policies.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred for BSMH locations.
• Two years of RN experience and one year of clinical experience in the desired acuity area are preferred for BSMH locations.
• BLS is preferred upon hire for BSMH locations.
• 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 in a specialty.
• Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification.

Responsibilities

• Adjust schedules and patient assignments in response to changes in acuity, patient population, resources, and care design.
• Guide and support staff and oversee the unit in the absence of the unit leader.
• Maintain knowledge of environmental safety and infection-control standards and use supplies and equipment appropriately.
• 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 families to support effective communication.
• Act as a clinical resource and role model for staff and, when applicable, serve as a preceptor.
• Collaborate across professions to coordinate care, ensure continuity, and support an optimal patient experience.
• Work with other departments to resolve operational problems.
• Participate in quality monitoring and performance improvement, including monitoring activities, evaluating unit results, and suggesting studies.
• Facilitate appropriate patient placement and safe, efficient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Provide feedback and mentoring to nursing and support staff.
• Promote teamwork and mutual respect, manage conflict promptly and constructively, and encourage open communication and conflict resolution.
• Support the organization’s mission, vision, and policies and practice in accordance with the Nursing Professional Practice Model.
• Provide care appropriate to the age and specific needs of patients served by the assigned unit.

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, and short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree