PACU Clinical Unit Lead — RN Leader & Mentor

Mercy Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Job summary

Mercy Health seeks a Clinical Unit Leader for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at West Hospital. The Lead RN/Charge Nurse coordinates patient care, mentors staff, and collaborates with management to promote clinical excellence and efficient resource use.

Responsibilities include adjusting schedules, guiding staff, ensuring infection control, and maintaining communication with patients and families. Requires BSN with RN license and leadership experience in acute care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required or preferred.
• Current RN license in state of practice.
• BLS certification preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care on the designated unit.
• Lead and support PACU staff and resources.
• Ensure patient safety and high-quality care.

Skills

Relationship building

Interprofessional collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Staff management

Quality improvement

Patient care

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Mercy Health seeks a Clinical Unit Leader for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at West Hospital. The Lead RN/Charge Nurse coordinates patient care, mentors staff, and collaborates with management to promote clinical excellence and efficient resource use.

Responsibilities include adjusting schedules, guiding staff, ensuring infection control, and maintaining communication with patients and families. Requires BSN with RN license and leadership experience in acute care.