Lead Nurse - Psychiatry Float Pool (PFP)

The University of Toledo; Ottawa Hills (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Toledo's Psychiatry Float Pool is seeking a Lead Nurse to supervise nursing care for patients across shifts. The role emphasizes professional nursing standards, collaboration with health care teams, and leadership in patient care.

This part-time position requires Ohio RN licensure, BLS/ACLS, trauma certifications as applicable, and willingness to rotate shifts and weekends/holidays. BSN preferred and prior supervisory experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in the State of Ohio required.
• BSN Preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience with documented evidence of expertise in specialty.
• BLS required.
• ACLS required.
• Specialty certification preferred.
• Trauma certification (TCAR and/or TNCC) required for SICU and ER.
• PALS required for ER.
• Supervisory and/or leadership experience desired or demonstrates ability to assume leadership role.
• Excellent communication skills required. Ability to promote a team environment with excellent understanding of customer service.
• May be required to rotate shifts or units, and work weekends and/or holidays.
• Physical requirements: a. 20/20 vision; b. hearing; c. verbal communication; d. dexterity; e. lift 50 pounds occasionally; f. stand/walk; g. bend/reach; h. CPR ability.

Responsibilities

• Maintains standards of professional nursing practice and coordinates total nursing care for patients with consideration of their specific age needs.
• Provides leadership by working cooperatively with other health care professionals.

Skills

RN licensure in Ohio

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification for ER

SICU/ER trauma certification TCAR/TNCC

Nursing leadership

Team leadership

Communication skills

Shift rotation experience

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Title: Lead Nurse - Psychiatry Float Pool (PFP)

Department Org: Psychiatry Float Pool - 114110

Employee Classification: B6 - Unclass Part Time AFSCMEHSC

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME HSC

Primary Location: HSC H

Shift: 3

Start Time: 7:00 pm End Time: 7:30 am

Posted Salary: $ 33.63 - $ 43.64 + $1.00/hr Lead Pay

Float: True

Rotate: True

On Call: False

Travel: False

Weekend/Holiday: True

Job Description:

Maintains standards of professional nursing practice andcoordinates total nursing care for patients with consideration oftheir specific age needs. Provides leadership by workingcooperatively with other health care professionals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

1. Active RN licensure in the State of Ohio required.
2. BSN Preferred.
3. Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience with documentedevidence of expertise in specialty.
4. BLS required.
5. ACLS required
6. Specialty certification preferred.
7. Trauma certification (TCAR and/or TNCC) required for SICU andER.
8. PALS required for ER.
9. Supervisory and/or leadership experience desired or demonstratesability to assume leadership role. Excellent communication skillsrequired. Ability to promote a team environment is required withexcellent understand of customer service.
10. May be required to rotate shifts or units, and work weekendsand/or holidays.
11. Physical requirements:
    • a. visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20 including colorvision when applicable;
    • b. ability to hear (with or without aides)
    • c. ability to orally communicate
    • d. good manual dexterity
    • e. ability to push, pull, roll, and transfer/lift 50 poundsoccasionally
    • f. ability to stand, walk frequently
    • g. ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel frequently; and
    • h. ability to perform CPR.

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, theUniversity of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employmenthealth screening requirements for the University of Toledo HealthScience Campus Medical Center will include drug and other requiredhealth screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. TheUniversity of Toledo does not discriminate in employment,educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation,gender identity and expression, military or veteran status,disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the bestand brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation toindividuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation tocomplete this application, or for testing or interviewing, pleasecontact HR Compliance at [e-mail] or419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at theOffice of Human Resources located in the Center for AdministrativeSupport on the UToledo Main Campus.

Advertised: 02 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time