OR Charge Nurse Leader - Student Loan Help + Benefits

CHS Career Site; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room, General Team Leader to oversee unit operations during shifts and supervise nursing staff. You will coordinate care with surgical teams and ensure compliance with hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, patient flow management, infection control, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• RN license for state or compact licensure required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

RN Experience

OR Supervisory

Staff Leadership

Education

RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Preferred

Job description

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room, General Team Leader to oversee unit operations during shifts and supervise nursing staff. You will coordinate care with surgical teams and ensure compliance with hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, patient flow management, infection control, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.