Cardiovascular ICU Team Leader & Charge Nurse

Dallas Center United Methodist; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Team Leader to serve as the charge nurse, providing direct patient care and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

The role requires a BSN, Texas RN or compact license, completion of charge nurse training, and ongoing certifications such as BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP. CCRN/CEN/RNC designations are highly regarded. Reports to the Nurse Manager with no direct reports.

Qualifications

• Requires BSN from an accredited nursing program
• Current RN license in Texas or a compact license
• Complete charge nurse training and competencies within 90 days if external hire
• Advanced specialty certifications such as CCRN, CEN, or RNC preferred or obtainable within 2 years

Responsibilities

• Provides front line leadership and decision making for departmental staff and ensures quality care.
• Plans unit staffing based on patient acuity and oversees day-to-day operations on the shift.
• Monitors workflow and adjusts staffing to support unit fiscal goals.
• Coordinates patient flow including admissions and discharges to the unit.
• Supports department objectives like patient experience, length of stay, and quality measures.
• Participates in process improvement and peer evaluations as requested by management.
• Assists with investigations and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Charge nurse training

Staff coordination

Patient care

Education

BSN

Texas RN license or compact

BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications

CCRN/CEN/RNC certifications

Job description

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Team Leader to serve as the charge nurse, providing direct patient care and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

The role requires a BSN, Texas RN or compact license, completion of charge nurse training, and ongoing certifications such as BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP. CCRN/CEN/RNC designations are highly regarded. Reports to the Nurse Manager with no direct reports.