SHIFT LEADER CN II

Covenant Health•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Shift Leader for the Neuroscience Unit provides supervisory leadership to staff-level employees and coordinates shift activities with the department’s Manager. The role requires independent judgment and discretion. The Shift Leader serves as a clinical resource, directs work and staffing activities, completes charge nurse duties, and supports employee performance, safety, and quality improvement.

Requirements

At least 1–3 years of professional experience.
Valid license in the State of Tennessee.
CPR certification required.
Education must be sufficient to meet the standards for the required license and/or certification.

Responsibilities

Participate in performance appraisals of staff on the applicable shift.
Participate in the hiring process, including providing hiring recommendations to the Manager.
Prepare documentation for possible disciplinary actions and recommend such actions to the Manager.
Recommend commendations, bonuses, or other appropriate recognition for outstanding employee performance to the Manager.
Make work assignments and direct work activities; coordinate staff relief for meals, breaks, and meetings.
Project staffing needs for the next two shifts and coordinate staffing-level adjustments as needed.
Serve as a clinical resource for all staff.
Check the emergency crash cart or confirm that it has been checked.
Provide shift report to the next Shift Leader or Charge Nurse.
Participate in preparing work schedules.
Complete all charge nurse duties specified in nursing policy.
Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards; complete required annual education assignments; work toward goals and objectives; and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.