About The Position
The Lead RN/Charge Nurse coordinates patient care on a designated unit. In collaboration with the Clinical Manager, the role uses the nursing process and clinical knowledge to coordinate members of the healthcare team and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction while striving for optimal resource efficiency and productivity. The position provides clinical guidance and operational support to staff, patients, and families; supports safe, effective care coordination and patient flow; and contributes to quality monitoring and performance improvement. The role also fosters teamwork, mutual respect, open communication, and conflict resolution, and supports the organization’s mission, policies, and Nursing Professional Practice Model.
Requirements
- Current RN license in the state of employment or a license covered by a compact is required.
- BLS Basic Life Support is preferred upon hire and must be obtained from an approved source before entering a patient care setting.
- Experience of 2 years in nursing, including at least 1 year of clinical experience at the acuity level of the desired area, is preferred.
- Required unit-specific certifications depend on the units overseen and their requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- 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.
- Experience of 2 years in nursing, including at least 1 year of clinical experience at the acuity level of the desired area.
Responsibilities
- Adjust schedules and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources, and care design.
- Guide and clinically support staff, and oversee unit responsibilities 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 for staff, patients, and family members to support effective communication.
- Serve as a clinical resource and role model for staff and, when applicable, act as a preceptor.
- Participate in interprofessional collaborative practice to support care coordination, continuity of care, and patient experience.
- Communicate and follow through with other departments to resolve operational problems.
- Participate in quality monitoring and performance improvement through 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; foster open communication and conflict resolution, and manage conflict in a timely, direct, and positive manner.
- Support the organization’s mission and vision, adhere to BSMH policies, 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 based on market and employment status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
