Operating Room Nurse Leader

DCH Health System; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DCH Health System in Tuscaloosa, AL is seeking an experienced registered nurse to join the nursing leadership team. You will supervise LPNs, PCAs and other staff, coordinate patient care, and uphold safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include assessing patients on admission and throughout stay, planning education, delegating tasks, documenting observations, and providing clear handoff reports. The role emphasizes collaboration with families and the care team to achieve

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Alabama RN license and BLS Provider training.
• Leadership and coordination of licensed and unlicensed staff.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assesss patient condition on admission and ongoing.
• Plan, provide, and document education for patients and families.
• Coordinate care with patients, families, and other providers.
• Assign and delegate nursing care to team members.
• Document observations and changes in the care plan.
• Provide handoff reports and participate in unit huddles.
• Support performance improvement activities and PI measures.
• Complete required competencies for the role.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Patient assessment

Care planning

Education

Documentation

Communication

Delegation

Education

RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Tools

EHR software

Job description

DCH Health System in Tuscaloosa, AL is seeking an experienced registered nurse to join the nursing leadership team. You will supervise LPNs, PCAs and other staff, coordinate patient care, and uphold safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include assessing patients on admission and throughout stay, planning education, delegating tasks, documenting observations, and providing clear handoff reports. The role emphasizes collaboration with families and the care team to achieve