Clinical Nurse Lead – Med/Surg Day Shift

Ascension Health; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and development

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands in Sparta, TN, is seeking a Unit Lead/Charge RN to oversee day shifts in Med Surg. The role directs shift operations, allocates resources, and applies clinical judgment to evolving patient acuity while ensuring high-quality care.

The position requires a Tennessee RN licensure, BLS, and 1 year of relevant experience, with leadership responsibilities including staff coaching, performance reviews, and escalation of patient concerns to maintain patient safety and

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 30 days of hire date.
• RN license with Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date.
• 1 year of cumulative job-specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift operations and allocate unit resources with independent clinical judgment.
• Assess patient care needs to create balanced nurse-patient assignments and monitor productivity.
• Supervise, educate and mentor nursing staff during shifts and participate in performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Education

RN licensure in TN

Job description

Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands in Sparta, TN, is seeking a Unit Lead/Charge RN to oversee day shifts in Med Surg. The role directs shift operations, allocates resources, and applies clinical judgment to evolving patient acuity while ensuring high-quality care.

The position requires a Tennessee RN licensure, BLS, and 1 year of relevant experience, with leadership responsibilities including staff coaching, performance reviews, and escalation of patient concerns to maintain patient safety and