Registered Nurse, NICU Unit Supervisor

Javon-Bea-Hospital; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Well-being programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Rockford, IL, seeks an RN leader to guide a nursing team on days, working a 40-hour week. You will support staff development, enhance patient care, and uphold quality, safety, and service goals.

Strong physician relationships and professional coaching will be central to the role. The ideal candidate has an accredited nursing degree (BSN preferred) with RN licensure in Illinois, CPR within 90 days, and unit-specific certifications (ACLS/PALS/NRP) as required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing team with emphasis on staff development, quality care, safety and patient service.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to promote teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Supervise and mentor staff; align knowledge, skills, and behaviors with unit goals.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation and certification standards and professional guidelines.

Job description

OVERVIEWThis role helps lead a nursing team by supporting staff development, improving patient care, and ensuring high standards for quality, safety, and customer service. It also builds strong relationships with physicians and staff, promotes teamwork and continuous improvement, and serves as a professional role model while helping the department meet its goals.SCHEDULE: 40-works per weekSHIFT: DaysESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESStrong problem-solving abilities in complex situations.Ability to work within the budget and productivity targets to meet organizational objectives. Participates and supports the plans in place for selection of staff, evaluation of staff, orientation of new staff, continued education and development of staff, competency evaluation of staff, appropriate scheduling of staff based on patient acuity.Supports and partners with the Manager/Clinical Leader and ensures the knowledge, skills, and behaviors of staff are consistent and in alignment with the goals of the unit.Outstanding relationship building skills.Must possess strong physician relationship skills.Patient focused with a strong commitment to delivering the highest levels of quality, safety, and customer service. Is accountable for achievement of patient satisfaction (PressGaney and HCAHPS) action plans to achieve targets for their areas of responsibility.Supports process improvement in operations, quality, and organizational change identified for their areas.Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements and standards for their areas of responsibility.Able to communicate effectively and persuasively with individuals and groups through compassion, creativity, and consistent visibility.Participates in hospital and department committees.Demonstrated ability in developing and mentoring staff and colleagues.Leads by example, consistently demonstrating highly professional behavior. Demonstrates personal and professional accountability and holds others to the same.Exhibits a passion for nursingServes as a role model and coach for Critical Moments of Service Standards and service recovery.Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.Supports the professional nurse continuum and nursing clinical ladder for RNs (CARE)EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEGraduate of an accredited nursing program.BSN preferred.CERTIFICATION/LICENSURELicensed as an RN in state of practiceApproved CPR certification required within 90 days (Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP)OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESMay include color blind test (per department guidelines)LEVEL OF SUPERVISIONPerforms job duties with general supervision. Regularly supervises and manages others in the performance of their positions.SUPERVISESN/APAY RANGE:$87,370.23 - $139,792.38Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women