Clinical Unit Leader - Cardiac Post Procedure - Berkeley Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Summerville, SC

3d • 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 foster excellence in clinical practice, customer satisfaction, efficiency, and productivity. The leader guides staff and provides clinical support, including oversight of the unit in the absence of the unit leader. Clinical Unit Leaders are expected to deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intent of the Nursing Professional Practice Model.

The role serves patients from neonates through geriatrics and requires age-appropriate care based on patients’ developmental needs and departmental policies. Work 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. The position is associated with the Cardiac Post Procedure department at Berkeley Hospital.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or coverage by a compact license.
• Associate of Nursing degree or nursing diploma.
• For Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required; for BSMH, it is preferred.
• For Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations, two years of Registered Nurse experience, including at least one year of clinical experience in the acuity level of the desired area; for BSMH, this experience is preferred.
• BLS Basic Life Support is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations and must be obtained from an approved source before entering a patient care setting.

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 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 staff, provide clinical support, and oversee the unit in the absence of the unit leader.
• Maintain knowledge of environmental safety and infection-control standards 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 family members to support effective communication.
• Function as a clinical resource and role model for staff and, when appropriate, serve as a preceptor.
• Participate in interprofessional collaboration to support care coordination, continuity, 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 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, mutual respect, open communication, and timely, constructive conflict management and resolution.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision and comply with 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. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

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