Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Unit Leader - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) - Memorial Regional Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Mechanicsville, VA

3d • $39 - $62 • 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 leader applies the nursing process and clinical knowledge to coordinate the health care team and sustain an environment that promotes excellent clinical practice and patient satisfaction while supporting efficient and productive use of resources. The role provides unit leadership and clinical support, including oversight in the unit leader’s absence, and supports care coordination, quality improvement, patient safety, and staff development. The position is in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at Memorial Regional Medical Center.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or a compact-covered license is required.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification is preferred upon hire and 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 at the acuity level of the desired area.
• Skills and knowledge include collaborative relationship building; collaboration with physicians and medical staff; conflict resolution; oral and written communication; diversity and consensus building; group facilitation; interpersonal and relationship skills; high-reliability concepts; care delivery models and continuity of care; clinical outcomes; education and developmental practices; evidence-based practice; hospital policies and procedures; nursing best practices and research; nursing professional practice; patient care services; performance and quality improvement; regulatory standards; risk management and patient safety; learning from setbacks; change management; foundational leadership; mentoring; succession planning; advocacy; accountability; receptiveness to feedback and coaching; ethical principles and corporate compliance; information analysis; customer service; human resources and information management; technology; people management and leadership; problem solving; staffing and staffing-matrix management; strategic planning; workforce development; and union environments.

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 Specialty.
• Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification.
• BLS certification upon hire, with certification required before entering a patient care setting.

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 families to support effective communication.
• Act as a clinical resource and role model for staff and potentially serve as a preceptor.
• Participate in interprofessional collaboration to coordinate and maintain continuity of care and optimize patient experience.
• Communicate and follow up 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, mutual respect, open communication, and timely, constructive conflict resolution.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision and follow BSMH policies.
• Practice and deliver care in accordance with 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 by market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

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