RN Unit Supervisor Hospital, Telemetry - Full Time

Mercyhealth; Freeport (IL); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Tuition and certification reimburse-

On-Demand Pay

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital in Freeport, IL seeks an RN Unit Supervisor for the Telemetry Unit. This role provides clinical leadership, mentors nursing staff, and oversees daily operations to deliver safe, high-quality cardiac monitoring care.

You will collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, drive quality improvements, manage staffing within budget constraints, and promote patient satisfaction and professional development across the unit.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• BSN preferred.
• Licensed RN in state of practice with CPR certification within 90 days.
• ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP may be required per unit.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and operational oversight for the Telemetry unit.
• Mentor nursing staff and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
• Drive quality and performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure patient safety, satisfaction, and service excellence.
• Manage staffing within patient acuity and budget targets.
• Participate in committees and promote professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Relationship building

Budgeting

Communication

Quality improvement

Patient safety

Education

RN licensure

BSN preferred

Tools

ACLS

PALS

PEARS

NRP

CPR certification

Job description

## RN Unit Supervisor Hospital, Telemetry - Full TimeApply: Onsite: Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital - Freeport, IL: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: 48341-1**OVERVIEW**As an RN Unit Supervisor for the Telemetry Unit, you will provide clinical leadership and operational oversight to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care for individuals requiring continuous cardiac monitoring. You will support and mentor nursing staff, collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, drive quality and performance improvement initiatives, and foster a culture of accountability, patient satisfaction, and professional development. This role requires strong leadership, critical thinking, and relationship-building skills to effectively manage unit operations and achieve organizational goals.**Schedule:** 8-hour shifts**Shift:** Variable hours**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Strong 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 nursing* Serves 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 EXPERIENCE**Graduate of an accredited nursing program. BSN preferred.**CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE**Licensed as an RN in state of practice Approved CPR certification required within 90 days (Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP)**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES** May include color blind test (per department guidelines) **LEVEL OF SUPERVISION**Performs job duties with general supervision. Regularly supervises and manages others in the performance of their positions.**SUPERVISES**N/A**PAY 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, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunities