Charge Nurse Team Lead - Acute Care Excellence

Dallas Center United Methodist; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center in Midlothian, TX seeks a Clinical Team Leader who serves as charge nurse and delivers direct patient care while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and families.

The role leads staff, plans unit staffing by patient acuity, monitors workflow, and supports fiscal goals. It involves collaboration with management to improve patient experience and outcomes.

Qualifications

• BSN required
• Charge nurse training/competencies; if external hire, complete within 90 days
• Current RN license in Texas or compact license
• Clinical course certifications (BLS/ACLS/PNP/NRP, etc.) as per RN requirements
• Advanced specialty certification within 2 years (CCRN/CEN/RNC, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provides frontline leadership and decision-making for departmental staff, ensuring quality care.
• Develops staffing plan based on patient acuity and oversees day-to-day operations on the shift.
• Monitors workflow and adjusts staffing to support unit financial goals.
• Coordinates and facilitates efficient patient flow, admissions and discharges.
• Supports manager in achieving department and organization objectives including patient experience and quality measures.
• Participates in department initiatives and process improvement projects.
• Participates in peer interviews and provides feedback for employee evaluations.
• Assists with investigations and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Direct patient care

Staff scheduling

Communication

Clinical judgment

Education

BSN

Texas RN license or compact

ACLS/BLS/NRP certifications

Advanced Specialty Certification (CCRN/CEN/RNC) within 2 years

Job description

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center in Midlothian, TX seeks a Clinical Team Leader who serves as charge nurse and delivers direct patient care while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and families.

The role leads staff, plans unit staffing by patient acuity, monitors workflow, and supports fiscal goals. It involves collaboration with management to improve patient experience and outcomes.