RN Lead, Jewish Hospital, CVOR, First

UofL Health•Louisville, KY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day. The RN team leader is accountable to his/her area of specialty for planning, organizing, directing and controlling activities concerning his /her specific service. The RN team leader maintains standards of quality patient care on the assigned unit in an effective and efficient manner for the adolescent (ages 12-18), adult (ages 19-65), and geriatric (ages 66 and over) patient. Through the assessment of patient needs, the RN team leader assigns duties, coordinates work efforts, promotes communication, maintains harmonious relationships among staff and promotes a safe, comfortable atmosphere for patients in cooperation with the appropriate departmental supervisor.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (required)
All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses, new graduate and experienced, are required to start an approved BSN program within one year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three years of hire (if applicable to facility)
Two (2) years perioperative services experience (required)
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse License or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification (required)
Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
Adequate conversational English is required in order that the individual be able to take direction from management, understand how to complete job tasks, communicate adequately with patients and co-workers as necessary, understand and follow safety guidelines, and organizational policies
Able to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice
Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills
Basic computer skills in order to navigate the EHR system and email communication
Must have the capacity to learn other relevant systems and databases, as needed

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)
Knowledge in all aspects of designated service line
Proactive - anticipates and plans for problems before they arise
Service Excellence – responsive, informs constituents of process, pleasant to work with, educates and provides timely, accurate information
Organized – manages time effectively, keeps tasks appropriately prioritized
Flexible – ability to change directions as needed for the good of the department or organization
Critical Thinking – ability to think through issues and identify appropriate options
Work Ethics – motivated, diligent, industrious and persistent in the workplace, stays on tasks to completion, works at a fast pace to ensure optimal efficiency
Interpersonal – can build effective, strong working relationships with employees, colleagues, management and vendors through trust, communication, and credibility
Team – ability to work with others, serve others, help others, lead others, mentor others, take directions from others in the interest of moving process and programs forward to the desired outcome
Emotional Intelligence – ability to not take issues personal, see the big picture in emotionally charged situations and respond in a mature, professional, composed manner
Self-Awareness – ability to reflect, understand limitations, and seek appropriate assistance and guidance
Judgment – exercises discretion and due diligence when making decisions and recommendations

Responsibilities

Coordinates resources to ensure necessary equipment and supply inventory is maintained and procured for the specific services (Physician, vendors, blood bank, sterile supply)
Reviews weekly and daily schedules for case preparation
Uses problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with team members
Demonstrates ability to set priorities in the delegation of quality patient care
Assists the charge RN/Manager/Director with appropriate input concerning staff performance around specific issues and communicates situations and activities which may have impact on the smooth operation of the department
Participates in Quality Improvement efforts for evaluation of patient care and outcomes
Responds to reported changes in the patients’ behavioral and physiological status by evaluating and taking appropriate action, reports such changes to appropriate people and documents accurately
Responds immediately and appropriately to all patient emergencies
Accountability for maintaining and improving knowledge and skill level including required competencies
Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
Performs other duties as assigned
Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times
Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines
Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community