Clinical Unit Leader - 5th Floor Intermediate - St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Mercy Health • Warren, OH

2d • 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 foster an environment that promotes excellent clinical practice and customer satisfaction while supporting efficient and productive use of resources.

The role provides clinical guidance and operational support to staff, including oversight of the unit when the unit leader is absent. The Clinical Unit Leader supports safe, coordinated patient care, serves as a clinical resource and role model, and contributes to quality monitoring, performance improvement, and staff development. The position is based in the 5th Floor Intermediate department at St. Joseph Warren Hospital and works nights, with 36 scheduled weekly hours.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or a qualifying compact license is required.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification must be obtained from an approved source before entering a patient care setting.
• Preferred experience: 2 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year of clinical experience in the acuity level of the desired area.
• Skills include collaborative relationship building; collaboration with physicians and other medical staff; conflict resolution; oral and written communication; valuing diversity; consensus building and group facilitation; interpersonal communication; managing behavior; applying high-reliability concepts, evidence-based practices, clinical best practices, and nursing professional practice; understanding patient care delivery, clinical outcomes, quality improvement, regulatory standards, risk management, and patient safety; change management and foundational leadership; mentoring; advocacy; accountability; ethical conduct and corporate compliance; data analysis; customer service; human resources and information management; people management; problem solving; staffing based on a matrix; strategic planning; workforce development; and working in union environments.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• BLS certification upon hire.
• 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 standards and infection control, and use appropriate supplies and equipment.
• 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 family members to support effective communication.
• Act as a clinical resource and role model for staff and potentially serve as a preceptor.
• Participate in interprofessional collaborative practice to support care coordination, continuity, and patient experience.
• Communicate and follow up with other departments to resolve operational problems.
• Participate in ongoing 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; encourage open communication and conflict resolution, and manage conflict in a timely, direct, and positive manner.
• Support the organization's mission and vision and adhere to BSMH policies.
• Practice and deliver care in accordance with the concepts and intent of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

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. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed