RN, Clinical Staff Leader - NICU - Full Time, nights

Erlanger Health System•Chattanooga, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Staff Leader is a registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Health System and is responsible for the practice of nursing according to the rules and regulations defined by the state's Nurse Practice Act, Erlanger's Models of Care/Practice, policies and procedures. The nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care as assigned and for the supervision of other qualified staff to whom the nurse has delegated patient care in the exercise of his/her independent judgement. The nurse addresses physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs of the patient and coordinates the plan of care with other healthcare professionals. The nurse is responsible for participation in and completion of all patient safety initiatives appropriate to the position. In addition, the nurse conducts all job responsibilities according to the Mission, Vision, and Values of Erlanger Health System. The Clinical Staff Leader is responsible for managing all aspects of nursing responsibilities during each shift to include delegating nursing assignments, preparing schedules and staff assignments, overseeing patient flow to ensure patient acuity, clinical needs and prioritization of patient care is occurring, and assist with clinical care to support departmental functions, as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Minimum of 2 years' clinical experience required.
Evidence of leadership abilities required.
Knowledge of general nursing principles and practice skills.
Knowledge of organizational functions, policies and regulations.
Knowledge of current trends and new developments in area of specialty.
Applicable knowledge of those areas requiring special education.
Current licensure privileges to practice nursing in the state of employment.
BLS completed prior to going to department/unit and maintained going forward.
NRP and STABLE within 6 months of hire and maintained going forward.
De-escalation training/certification within 1 year of hire.
See unit for additional certification requirements.
Tennessee licensure or multistate licensure from a compact state must be obtained within three months of hire for non-Tennessee residents.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Nationally recognized certification in area of practice.

Responsibilities

Managing all aspects of nursing responsibilities during each shift to include delegating nursing assignments, preparing schedules and staff assignments, overseeing patient flow to ensure patient acuity, clinical needs and prioritization of patient care is occurring, and assist with clinical care to support departmental functions, as needed.
Maintaining continuous updates to Visual Management Board.
Ensuring bedside reporting occurring daily.
Implementing HCAHPs initiatives.
Executing and ensuring adherence to appropriate bundles for CLABSI, CAUTI etc.
Ensuring Hand Hygiene and other infection control practices are implemented and followed by staff and visitors.
Participating and leading committees and quality initiatives.
Ensuring that the area is maintained according to established standards and guidelines at all times.
Accountable for regulatory compliance and appropriately escalating problems relating to rules and regulations in a timely and effective manner.
Deescalating situations and implementing service recovery.
Tracking progress in meeting unit specific metrics, goals, and objectives.
Assisting in recruitment and retention of staff on unit.
Assisting with onboarding of new staff to the department.
Facilitating open and effective communication with ancillary departments and medical staff.
Communicating areas of concerns appropriately to leadership and actively identifying solutions for correction.
Appropriate delegation of tasks based on skill level of individual.
Identifying clinical staff leaders and developing a plan of action to assist in their growth.
Coaching and counseling staff to enhance performance.
Conducting performance reviews in collaborative Department management.
Collaborating with Director/Manager to facilitate monthly staff meetings.
Facilitating appropriate orientation opportunities/experiences for new staff.
Identifying all education opportunities for self and staff members.
Assisting in the development of staff members by continuously reviewing the care they provide and offering constructive feedback.
Managing productivity by flexing staffing based on census and acuity.
Analyzing adequate staffing for shift and next 24 hours.
Monitoring supply cost to maintain within budget.
Adhering to established PAR levels.
Completing Kronos per guidelines.
Updating daily schedule timely to reflect actual staffing.
Monitoring time and attendance and taking corrective action with staff not adhering to policy.
Communicating effectively with all healthcare providers and service lines.
Assisting with community outreach programs and opportunities (i.e. Health Fairs, community events, etc.).
Demonstrating mastery of patient care, including assessment, treatment, care planning, patient education and evidence-based practice.
Leading by example of good work habits and effective professional relationships.
Actively embracing change emphasizing positive interactions.