Clinical Unit Leader - Med-Surg Ortho Neuro Unit - Anderson Hospital

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Clinical Unit Leader – Med-Surg Ortho Neuro Unit - Anderson Hospital

Job Summary

The Lead RN/Charge Nurse is responsible for coordinating patient care on a designated unit. In collaboration with the Clinical Manager, this role uses nursing process and clinical knowledge to coordinate members of the health care team to develop and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction, while striving for optimal efficiency and productivity of all resources.

Essential Functions

Adjusts the schedule and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources & care design.

Provides guidance of staff, clinical support, and oversees responsibility for the unit in the absence of the unit leader.

Maintains current knowledge of environmental safety standards and infection control; Utilizes appropriate supplies and equipment.

Communicates effectively with patients and their families regarding nursing interventions and plan of care.

Rounds on patients to evaluate safety, quality, and patient experience.

Serves as a resource to staff, patients, and family members to ensure effective communication.

Functions as a clinical resource and role model for staff. May serve as a preceptor.

Actively involved in interprofessional collaborative practice within the care delivery system to ensure care coordination and continuity of care and optimal patient experience.

Communicates effectively and follows through with other departments as necessary to resolve operational problems.

Participates in the ongoing quality monitoring and performance improvement program through monitoring activities, evaluation of unit-based results, suggestions for studies.

Facilitates appropriate patient placement and safe, efficient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.

Provides feedback and mentoring to nursing and support staff.

Creates an environment of teamwork, mutual respect, conflict management. Fosters and encourages open communication and conflict resolution among staff members. Manages conflict in a timely, direct and positive manner.

Supports mission and vision of the organization and adheres to BSMH policies.

BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to entering patient care setting)

Certifications required based on the unit(s) that the leader oversees and the requirements for those specific units:

PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)

ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)

NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred)

TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (preferred)

ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (preferred)

National Board Certification Specialty (preferred)

Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification (preferred)

Experience

2 years nursing experience with 1 year minimum clinical experience in the acuity level of desired area (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

Build collaborative relationships

Collaborate with physicians and other medical staff

Conflict resolution

Effective oral communication

Establish an environment that values diversity

Facilitate consensus building

Facilitate group discussions

Inspire desired behaviors and manage undesired behaviors

Interpersonal communication

Relationship building

Written communication

Application of high reliability concepts

Care Delivery Models and Patient Care Delivery across the continuum

Clinical outcomes

Education and developmental practices

Evidence-based practices

Hospital policies and procedures

Nursing and clinical best practices and research

Nursing professional practice

Patient care services

Performance improvement

Quality clinical care

Quality improvement

Regulatory standards

Risk management

Working knowledge of patient safety programs, identifying risks, and responding to recommendations.

Able to learn from setback and failures.

Change management

Foundational leadership

Mentor others

Succession planning

Advocacy

Holding self accountable to actions and decisions

Open to receiving feedback and coaching

Uphold ethical principles and corporate compliance standards

Analyzing data or information

Customer service

Human Resources management

Information management and technology

People management and leadership

Problem solving

Staffing and managing staffing based on matrix

Strategic planning and management

Workforce development planning

Union environments

Training

None

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

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, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com