Clinical Nurse Lead Telemetry

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 sign on bonus for eligible, experienced RN's

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare in Tucson is seeking an RN Charge for the Telemetry unit. This full-time position involves overseeing nursing operations, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate should have at least 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience and necessary RN licensure. A supportive work environment and professional development opportunities await you at Northwest Medical Center.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Proficiency in infection control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts.
• Supervises nursing staff and coordinates patient care.
• Maintains adherence to healthcare regulations and policies.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Critical thinking

Education

RN - State Licensure

BLS - Basic Life Support

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Tools

Hospital information systems

Clinical documentation tools

Job description

$10,000 sign on bonus for eligible, experienced RN's!

This is a full time position working day shift in the Telemetry unit at Northwest Medical Center.

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

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• 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
• BLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required

Accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.