Emergency Department Clinical Lead RN

Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Clinical Unit Leader for the Emergency Department - West to coordinate patient care and lead a nursing team. The role partners with the Clinical Manager to optimize clinical practice, staffing, and patient experience in a high-acuity ED setting.

The Lead RN/Charge Nurse will guide staff, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and drive quality improvement while delivering compassionate care to patients and families.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; RN license in state
• 2 years nursing experience with 1 year in acuity level of the target area
• Current RN license (state or compact) and BLS/other unit-specific certifications as applicable

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care on a designated unit in collaboration with the Clinical Manager.
• Provide guidance and supervision to nursing staff and oversee unit operations in the absence of the unit leader.
• Maintain knowledge of environmental safety and infection control; ensure proper use of supplies and equipment.
• Communicate with patients and families about plan of care and nursing interventions.
• Participate in ongoing quality monitoring and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Interprofessional collaboration

Effective communication

Conflict resolution

Staff development

Patient care coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Clinical Unit Leader for the Emergency Department - West to coordinate patient care and lead a nursing team. The role partners with the Clinical Manager to optimize clinical practice, staffing, and patient experience in a high-acuity ED setting.

The Lead RN/Charge Nurse will guide staff, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and drive quality improvement while delivering compassionate care to patients and families.