SHIFT LEADER CN II

Covenant Health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkwest Medical Center, part of Covenant Health, is seeking a Registered Nurse, Shift Leader for the Cardiology Unit. The role oversees nursing staff on night shifts, ensuring care standards, coordinating activities, and acting as a clinical resource. A sign-on bonus of $20,000 is offered for experienced candidates.

The position requires Tennessee RN licensure, CPR certification, and 1–3 years of professional nursing experience. Full-time, night shift, 72 hours per pay period.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of professional nursing experience.
• Current Tennessee RN license; CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in performance appraisal of staff on applicable shift.
• Participates in hiring process and provides recommendations to Manager.
• Prepares documentation for disciplinary actions and recommends action.
• Provides recognition recommendations for outstanding performance on shift.
• Coordinates staff relief for meals, breaks, and meetings.
• Projects staffing needs for next two shifts and adjusts staffing levels as needed.
• Serves as clinical resource for all staff.
• Performs charge nurse duties and completes shift reports.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Staff coordination

Performance appraisal

Shift leadership

CPR certification

Education

RN licensure (Tennessee)

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse, Shift Leader, Cardiology Unit

$20,000 Sign-on Bonus for Experienced Candidates

Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Night Shift

Parkwest Overview:

Parkwest Medical Center, Covenant Health’s flagship facility in West Knoxville, combines world‑class cardiac expertise with the warmth of home in serving a vibrant East Tennessee community. Since 1973, Parkwest has grown into the region’s largest hospital in the area, offering advanced services like an all‑digital catheterization lab, comprehensive breast health, emergency, and critical care. It is consistently ranked among Tennessee’s top 10 hospitals by U.S.News & World Report and earns national recognition as a Top 100 Heart Hospital, as well as an “A” safety grade from Leapfrog. As part of Covenant Health, the region’s largest employer, Parkwest Medical Center marries cutting‑edge technology with compassionate, community‑centered care, earning accolades for cardiology, stroke, surgical excellence, and patient safety.

Position Summary:

This position is designed to provide supervisory leadership to staff level employees, coordinating such activities with the department’s Manager. The incumbent is expected to exercise independent judgement and discretion in performing the duties listed below.

Responsibilities

• Participates in performance appraisal of staff on applicable shift.
• Participates in hiring process, including providing hiring recommendations to the Manager.
• Prepares documentation for possible disciplinary actions and makes recommendations for such action to the Manager.
• Provides recommendations to the Manager for commendations, bonuses, or other appropriate forms of recognition for outstanding performance of employees on applicable shift.
• Makes work assignments and directs work activities. Coordinates staff relief for meals, breaks, and meetings.
• Projects staffing needs for next two shifts, coordinating adjustments in staffing level as needed.
• Serves as clinical resource for all staff.
• Checks the emergency crash cart or ascertains that the cart has been checked.
• Provides shift report to next Shift Leader or Charge Nurse.
• Participates in making work schedules.
• Completes all charge nurse duties as specified in nursing policy.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

Must possess at least one to three (1‑3) years of professional experience.

Licensure Requirement:

Valid license in the State of Tennessee. CPR required.