RN Team Leader

Community Health Systems•Durant, OK

15h

About The Position

AllianceHealth Durant is hiring an RN Team Lead in its Emergency Department. The RN Lead provides clinical leadership, guidance, and oversight to nursing staff to support high-quality patient care. The role promotes a positive work environment, facilitates communication, supports staff development, and helps ensure adherence to clinical standards. In collaboration with nursing leadership, the RN Lead implements best practices, supports staff engagement, and contributes to process improvements aligned with organizational goals. The position includes leading and mentoring nursing staff, coordinating patient care, supporting onboarding and professional development, monitoring outcomes, and promoting compliance with clinical policies and procedures. The role also includes assisting with scheduling and performance evaluations, maintaining reliable attendance, complying with organizational policies and standards, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in acute care nursing.
Strong clinical skills and understanding of nursing protocols, safety guidelines, and evidence-based practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other healthcare technology.
Registered Nurse (RN) state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, required depending on the unit.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor nursing staff, promoting morale, teamwork, and professional growth.
Conduct regular staff meetings to share updates and address nursing practice or patient care concerns.
Serve as a clinical role model in patient care, documentation, and communication.
Ensure compliance with clinical policies and procedures, including health record documentation, patient assessments, and safety protocols.
Support onboarding, orientation, induction, and development of new nurses.
Oversee patient care delivery using the nursing process and evidence-based practice.
Coordinate patient care activities, delegate tasks appropriately, and support continuity of care across shifts.
Monitor patient outcomes and performance data; participate in quality improvement initiatives and implement process changes as needed.
Ensure safe administration of medications and treatments, follow protocols, and respond to adverse reactions or patient needs.
Promote effective and timely communication among peers, physicians, staff, and leadership.
Assist with staff scheduling, performance evaluations, and professional development, providing feedback and support.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.