Clinical Nurse Lead Progressive Care Nights

Position: Clinical Nurse Lead Progressive Care FT Nights
** This is a full time position working Night shift in the Progressive Care Unit at Northwest Medical Center.*
* ** What you'll do:*
* The Registered Nurse Clinical Nurse Leader participates in increased levels of care in a dynamic Acute Care / Progressive Care Unit setting that provides quality care to higher acuity patients.

This increased surveillance 28 bed unit offers a 1:4 nurse to patient ratio while providing high quality care to our patients. Nurses can develop their skill set by providing for patients that include: post cardiac surgery and Cath Lab procedures, alcohol withdrawal, heart and respiratory failure, dysrhythmias, rattlesnake bites, hypo/hypertension, requiring medication drips, and many more.

Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. Coordinates the activities of the unit and directs, organizes, and assigns work. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary.

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* What we offer:

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* Opportunity to provide patient care alongside a respectable, attentive team in a skillful and educated atmosphere, with leadership who are hands on and supportive.

Our nurses enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, flexible scheduling, 100% licensure/certification renewal reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, and up to $20K for student loan payments.

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued, and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

** Job Summary*
* The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.

** Essential Functions*
* + Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.

+ Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.

+ Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.

+ Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.

+ Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.

+ Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.

+ Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.

+ Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.

+ Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.

+ Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.

+ Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.

+ Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.

+ Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

+ Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

+ Complies with all policies and standards.

** Qualifications*
* + 2 years of clinical nursing experience required

+ Prior leadership or charge nurse experience preferred

** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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* + Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex patient care.

+ Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.

+ Leadership and mentoring skills to manage staff and promote a positive work environment.

+ Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients and tasks.

+ Proficiency in using hospital information systems and clinical documentation tools.

+ Knowledge of infection control protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement practices.

+ Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies.

** Licenses and Certifications*
* + RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required

+ BCLS - Basic Life Support required

+ Health Services CLS required

Northwest Medical Center (NMC) is a 287-bed hospital, with seventeen urgent care facilities, a freestanding emergency center, Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation, Women's Center, and a large physician group, we offer you a variety of settings in which to work. Every…