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

Mercy Health • Fairfield, OH

14d • Onsite

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 health care team and sustain an environment that promotes excellent clinical practice and customer satisfaction while supporting efficient use of resources. The leader provides clinical guidance and support to staff and oversees unit responsibilities in the unit leader’s absence. This position is based in the Med/Surg Telemetry Unit at Fairfield Hospital.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or coverage by a compact license is required.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification must be obtained from an approved source before entering a patient care setting.
• Preferred: two years of nursing experience, including at least one year of clinical experience at the acuity level of the desired area.
• Skills and abilities include collaborative relationship building; collaboration with physicians and other medical staff; conflict resolution; effective oral and written communication; valuing diversity; consensus building; facilitating group discussions; influencing behavior; interpersonal communication; application of high-reliability concepts; knowledge of care delivery models and care across the continuum; clinical outcomes; education and developmental practices; evidence-based practices; 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; patient safety and risk identification; learning from setbacks; change management; foundational leadership; mentoring; succession planning; advocacy; accountability; receptiveness to feedback and coaching; ethical principles and corporate compliance; data analysis; customer service; human resources and information management; technology; people management and leadership; problem solving; staffing based on matrix; strategic planning and management; workforce development planning; and working in union environments.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• BLS certification upon hire.
• PALS, ACLS, NRP, TNCC, or ENPC certification, as applicable to the unit overseen.
• National Board Certification in a specialty.
• Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification.
• Two years of nursing experience with at least one year of clinical experience in the desired area’s acuity level.

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 unit responsibilities when the unit leader is absent.
• Maintain knowledge of environmental safety standards and infection control, and use appropriate supplies and equipment.
• Communicate with patients and families about nursing interventions and the plan of care; serve as a resource to staff, patients, and families.
• Round on patients to evaluate safety, quality, and patient experience.
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model for staff and potentially as a preceptor.
• Participate in interprofessional collaboration to coordinate care, ensure continuity, and optimize patient experience.
• Communicate and follow up with other departments to resolve operational problems.
• Participate in ongoing quality monitoring and performance improvement through monitoring, evaluation of unit-based results, and suggestions for studies.
• Facilitate appropriate 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 timely, constructive conflict management and resolution.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision and adhere to BSMH policies and the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, 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