Registered Nurse Clinical Lead Cardiac Stepdown

Ascension; Bartlesville (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension in Bartlesville, OK, seeks a part-time RN to lead and coordinate care in the Cardiac Stepdown unit. The role includes mentoring staff, strategic planning for shifts, and assigning patient care based on acuity. Strong clinical judgment and teamwork are essential.

You will ensure real-time prioritization and address patient care concerns, contributing to a high-quality patient experience at Ascension Jane Phillips Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensed in Oklahoma; BLS current or obtained within 1 month of hire.
• Minimum 1 year cumulative job-specific experience in acute care settings.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship abilities within nursing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor nursing and support staff across day shifts.
• Plan and adjust shifts and patient care logistics in daily meetings.
• Develop and distribute patient care assignments based on acuity and population needs.
• Set real-time clinical and operational priorities to meet patient needs.
• Address patient care concerns through established channels and drive process improvements.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Staff mentorship

Clinical coordination

Care planning

Education

RN license (OK Board)

BLS certification

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Jane Phillips Medical Center
• Schedule: Part-time | Day shift, 24 hours per week
  

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Bartlesville, OK
• Facility: Ascension Jane Phillips Medical Center
• Department: Cardiac Stepdown
• Schedule: Part-time | Day shift, 24 hours per week
  

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead and Inspire: Provide direct leadership and mentorship, assigning, directing, educating, and monitoring the performance of nursing and support associates throughout your shifts.
• Strategic Planning: Exercise expert independent judgment in daily meetings with staff to proactively plan and adjust shifts, services, and complex patient care logistics.
• Orchestrate Care Assignments: Assess daily patient care needs and expertly develop and distribute patient care assignments, guaranteeing that every patient receives care appropriate for their specific population and acuity level.
• Prioritize Dynamics: Skillfully set and adjust clinical and operational priorities in real-time, responding effectively to the ever-changing dynamics of patient and physician needs.
• Resolve and Refine: Address and manage patient care complaints through established, professional channels, continually seeking opportunities to refine our processes and improve the patient experience.
  

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  

Education

• Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.
  

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
  

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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