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

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Greenville, SC

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead RN/Charge Nurse coordinates patient care on a designated Endoscopy unit. In collaboration with the Clinical Manager, the role applies the nursing process and clinical knowledge to coordinate the healthcare team and sustain an environment that promotes excellent clinical practice and customer satisfaction while using resources efficiently. The leader provides clinical guidance and support to staff and oversees unit responsibilities when the unit leader is absent. The position supports Bon Secours' mission and vision and follows organizational policies and the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or a license covered by a compact.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from an approved source before entering a patient care setting.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and collaborate with physicians and other medical staff.
• Skills in conflict resolution, oral and written communication, interpersonal communication, relationship building, consensus building, and facilitating group discussions.
• Ability to foster diversity, inspire desired behaviors, and manage undesired behaviors.
• Knowledge of care delivery models, patient care across the continuum, clinical outcomes, evidence-based practices, nursing best practices and research, and nursing professional practice.
• Knowledge of hospital policies and procedures, performance improvement, quality clinical care, regulatory standards, and risk management.
• Working knowledge of patient safety programs, identifying risks, and responding to recommendations; ability to learn from setbacks and failures.
• Foundational leadership, mentoring, change management, workforce development, and people-management skills.
• Ability to advocate, take accountability, receive feedback and coaching, and uphold ethical principles and corporate compliance standards.
• Skills in data analysis, customer service, information management and technology, problem solving, staffing, and strategic planning.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• 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.
• 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 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 standards and infection control, and use appropriate supplies and equipment.
• Communicate with patients and families about nursing interventions and plans of care.
• Round on patients to evaluate safety, quality, and patient experience.
• Serve as a resource to staff, patients, and families, and act as a clinical resource and role model for staff.
• May serve as a preceptor.
• Collaborate within the interprofessional care delivery system to support 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, 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.
• Foster teamwork, mutual respect, open communication, and conflict resolution; manage conflict in a timely, direct, and positive manner.
• Support the organization's mission and vision and adhere to BSMH policies.

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