Weekend Only Registered Nurse (RN) – Team Lead - Emergency Department (ED) – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Youngstown, OH

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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 health care team and sustain an environment that promotes excellent clinical practice and customer satisfaction, while supporting efficient and productive use of resources. The leader provides clinical guidance and support to staff and oversees unit responsibilities in the absence of the unit leader.

The position serves as a clinical resource and role model, supports care coordination and continuity, and contributes to quality monitoring and performance improvement. It also facilitates safe and efficient patient placement, admission, transfer, and discharge; mentors staff; and fosters teamwork, mutual respect, open communication, and timely conflict resolution. The role supports the organization’s mission and policies and follows the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

The position serves patients across the lifespan, from neonates through older adults, and requires care tailored to patients’ ages and needs. The work may involve high stress, fluctuating workloads, interruptions, exposure to infectious materials and other workplace hazards, physical demands, and occasional travel to off-site locations. Travel is stated as needed and not to exceed 10%.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of practice or a compact license.
• Associate of Nursing degree or Diploma in Nursing.
• BLS Basic Life Support must be obtained from an approved source before entering a patient care setting.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
• Meet the position’s physical and workplace requirements, including shift work and the ability to maneuver patient weight.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Two years of nursing experience, including at least one year of clinical experience in the acuity level of the desired area.
• BLS certification upon hire.
• PALS, ACLS, NRP, TNCC, or ENPC certification, as applicable to the unit.
• 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 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 to staff, patients, and family members to support effective communication.
• Act as a clinical resource and role model for staff, and may serve as a preceptor.
• Participate in interprofessional collaborative practice to coordinate care, promote continuity, and optimize patient experience.
• Communicate and follow through with other departments to resolve operational problems.
• Participate in quality monitoring and performance improvement activities, including monitoring, 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 conflict resolution; manage conflict in a timely, direct, and positive manner.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision and adhere to BSMH policies and its Nursing Professional Practice Model.
• Provide care appropriate to the ages and specific needs of patients served on the assigned unit.
• Use universal precautions and personal protective equipment and follow infection control policies.

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: Associate degree