Clinical Unit Leader - Cardiac Post Procedure - Berkeley Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Summerville, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Unit Leader 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, customer satisfaction, and efficient use of resources. The leader provides clinical guidance and support to staff, serves as a resource and role model, and oversees the unit in the absence of the unit leader. Clinical Unit Leaders are expected to deliver care in accordance with the organization’s Nursing Professional Practice Model. The role requires an associate degree or nursing diploma and an active RN license; a BSN and relevant nursing experience are required for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on days, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Orientation takes place at Roper downtown.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or compact-state coverage.
• Associate degree in nursing or diploma in nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; preferred for BSMH.
• For Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations, two years of RN experience, including at least one year of clinical experience at the acuity level of the desired area.
• BLS Basic Life Support: required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations, from an approved source before entering a patient care setting; preferred upon hire for BSMH.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the age and developmental needs of patients served on the assigned unit.
• Skills in collaborative relationships, communication, conflict resolution, leadership, mentoring, patient safety, quality improvement, staffing, and problem solving.

Nice To Haves

• BLS Basic Life Support upon hire for BSMH.
• 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.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing for BSMH.
• Two years of RN experience, including at least one year of clinical experience at the acuity level of the desired area, for BSMH.

Responsibilities

• Adjust schedules and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources, and care design.
• Provide staff guidance and clinical support, and oversee unit responsibilities 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 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; function as a clinical resource and role model, and potentially serve as a preceptor.
• Collaborate with the interprofessional care team to coordinate and maintain continuity of care and optimize patient experience.
• 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 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, encourage open communication and conflict resolution, and manage conflict promptly and constructively.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision and follow organizational policies.
• Provide age-appropriate care in accordance with patient needs and departmental policies.
• Use universal precautions and personal protective equipment, and follow infection control 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, and short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

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