Registered Nurse (RN) Team Lead Intermediate Care Unit
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Warren
Posted on: September 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one
purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit.
This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful
combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day.
Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the
highest quality of health care possible to our communities.Join our
team today!*$20,000 Sign on Bonus for RN with 16 months of
experience or $30,000 for 2 year commitment for Night Shift*$2,500
Sign on Bonus for New Grads for 2 year commitment*Higher Pay Scales
and Sign-On Incentives*Flexible Schedule to live the life you
deserve*Referral Bonus programs*Paid Time Off*Excellent Health
Benefits (Anthem)*Unlimited Tuition Reimbursement through Guild
Education (only an 18 month commitment)SUMMARY OF JOB
RESPONSIBILITIES:The Team Leader serves as a clinical leader in the
Nursing Department to ensure that each patient receives quality,
individualized care that is proactive and coordinated among the
care delivery team and that the patient is attaining their clinical
milestones and patient flow.The Team Leader is responsible for
assisting with the oversight of daily operations of the Nursing
Unit. The Team Leader is responsible for the development and
coordination of activities that promote clinically effective and
efficient patient care. Plans, organizes and directs patient care
activities under the direction of the nurse manager. Collaborates
with the nurse manager in maintaining unit operations, supervises
assigned personnel and consults and collaborates with other health
care team members to provide safe appropriate patient
care.QUALIFICATIONS:Certification in area of specialty within 2
yearsMaintain BLS, ACLS, and PALs as required based on unit
competenciesAdditional requirements as required by
unitEDUCATION:Current RN license in the State of Ohio.BSN
preferred, or must be obtained within 5 years.EXPERIENCE:Minimum of
2 years Professional Nursing experience.KNOWLEDGE AND
SKILLS:Ability to analyze clinical, financial and social
situations, identifying problems and alternative courses of action.
Willingness to be flexible, resourceful, and creative in problem
solving. Ability to act independently and offer suggestions and new
ideas for improving performance and operations. Ability to guide
and direct the health care team to assure optimal outcomes.
Clinical expertise in specialty area. Ability to organize and
present information clearly and concisely. Excellent interpersonal
skills in order to effectively communicate with physicians,
patients, families and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Creative problem solving and critical thinking.PRINCIPAL JOB
ACCOUNTABILITIESResponsible for timely assignment and facilitation
of admissions based on established milestones. Anticipates and
intervenes to assure patient milestones are met, including rounding
with physician. Participates/facilitates in Quality Flow Rounds
(QFR). Maintains working knowledge of proper patient type and
consults with case management as needed for status updates.
Collaborates with Case Managers, Social Workers and Staff Nurses
regarding discharge needs/ barriers to discharge Supports
implementation of new processes to improve patient care Identifies
performance improvement opportunities and offers suggestions for
improvement. Role models clinical excellence and demonstrates
current technical and therapeutic skills. Assists in maintaining
appropriate staffing assignments using budgeted guidelines. Assists
with orientation, competencies, and continuing education for staff
In collaboration with the Nurse Manager/Assistant Nurse Manager,
enforces code of conduct and policies using effective and
constructive communication skills. Assists with recruitment and
selection of personnel as requested. Active participant in service
recovery through investigation and intervention. Performs chart
audits for accuracy and completeness. Works with other departments
to coordinate patient care. Facilitates unit cleanliness and order
and participates in environmental rounds. Evaluates the care
provided by other members of the team. Purposeful rounding on
patients Facilitate daily shift huddles Controls overtime and
supply costsThe above statements are only meant to be a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities
performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be
requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in
this description.Excellent customer service skills.Many of our
opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable
medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible
spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to
retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational
AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to
employment statusAll 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
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