RN Team Lead - Pulmonary Progressive Care Unit

CP01 Carilion Medical Center; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CP01 Carilion Medical Center in Roanoke is seeking an RN Team Lead for the Pulmonary Progressive Care Unit. The role involves leading a 20-bed unit focused on patients with pulmonary and respiratory conditions.

The ideal candidate will hold an associate degree in nursing, possess licensure in Virginia, and have leadership experience. Responsibilities include providing nursing care, staff management, and collaboration on quality initiatives.

This position offers a vital role in improving patient outcomes in a Magnet-designated facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in the clinical discipline with demonstrated clinical and leadership expertise.
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification may be required.
• AHA BLS-HCP required; ACLS, PALS, and/or NRP may be required based on the specific work unit.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the team leader and clinical resource for the department.
• Provide professional nursing care to patients of all ages.
• Collaborate with management on fiscal stewardship and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree or diploma in nursing

Registered Nurse licensure in Virginia

Job description

Position Overview

RN Team Lead – Pulmonary Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at 1906 Belleview Ave SE, Roanoke.

Responsible for leading a 20‑bed progressive care unit that primarily serves medical patients, with a significant focus on pulmonary and respiratory conditions, within a Magnet designation environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the team leader, clinical resource, role model, coach, and facilitator for staff and department operations.
• Lead the work group, resolve routine issues, foster a positive and productive work environment, and support fiscally responsible operations.
• Maintain awareness of organizational initiatives and incorporate applicable practices into the work unit.
• Refer complex or sensitive issues—such as compensation, staffing, working conditions, hiring, or formal corrective action—to the manager/director.
• Provide professional nursing care to patients of all ages within the assigned area: assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Utilize leadership principles to mobilize the patient care team toward positive outcomes and follow up on issues to ensure successful resolution.
• Assist the manager/director in ensuring staff competence and supporting staff performance development.
• Identify areas for improvement and contribute to developmental plans for team members.
• Provide regular coaching and feedback, maintain performance-related documentation, prepare performance assessments, and communicate team member performance to leadership.
• Assist with or prepare work schedules, ensuring adequate coverage, equitable staffing, and control of work hours.
• Manage routine clinical or operational issues and notify leadership as appropriate.
• Collaborate with management on fiscal stewardship, including resource allocation, staffing decisions, budget input, and expense control.
• Support departmental initiatives such as patient satisfaction improvement, performance improvement activities, and other quality initiatives.
• Conduct individual and team meetings, ensuring effective two‑way communication; keep staff informed, listen to concerns, resolve issues, promote a positive work environment.
• Encourage accountability, professionalism, and development of interpersonal and communication skills among staff.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, licensure, and accreditation standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, CLIA, COLA, OSHA, AAAHC).

Qualifications

• Associate degree or diploma in nursing from a State Board of Nursing‑approved program.
• Minimum of one year of experience in the clinical discipline with demonstrated clinical and leadership expertise.
• Registered Nurse licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification (C‑EFM) may be required as determined by the department.
• AHA BLS‑HCP required; ACLS, PALS, and/or NRP may be required based on the specific work unit.
• Effective leadership, communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and coordinate care and operational workflows.
• Ability to coach staff, participate in performance evaluations, and support operational and quality initiatives.
• Professionalism, accountability, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status.