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Bon Secours Health System

Clinical Care Leader - Nursing Resource Center - St Francis Medical Center

Bon Secours Health System, Midlothian, Virginia, United States, 23112


Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40Work Shift:

Evenings (United States of America)Primary Function/General Purpose of PositionThe Clinical Care Lead, under the direction of the unit Nurse Leader or Administrative Director Nursing, assists with supervising and coordinating the administrative and operational activities in the assigned areas. Collaborates with interprofessional team to ensure safe and effective care delivery while promoting a culture of excellence. The Clinical Care Lead is responsible for providing and/or promoting quality patient care. This role reviews patient quality data trends and works with the health care team to provide interventions in patient treatment plans as necessary.Essential Job FunctionsLeads a team of nurses and clinical support along with providing support to the manager/director on the unit. Performs managerial responsibilities 80% of time; works on ground support for frontline staff and assists in direct patient care as needed. Supports and encourages harmonious working relationships and team building skills among the frontline nursing teams.

Assures the nursing process is utilized and documented in accordance with Joint Commission and other regulatory agency standards for each patient admitted or transferred to the nursing unit and that performance improvement standards are consistently met.

Facilitates professional relationships and encourages the development of accountability by assuring interaction, collaboration, sharing of knowledge, and providing appropriate and meaningful judgments that will have a positive impact on the delivery of patient care services on the unit.

Reviews and analyzes patient care quality data for trends. Utilizes nursing process, assesses, plans, provides, and evaluates professional nursing care using evidence-based practice or research.

Supervises and appropriately delegates tasks to other team members. Assumes charge role as required. Identifies and intervenes to address patient and family nursing care and educational needs. Accountable for daily team performance through supervision of staff, multi-disciplinary collaboration, and facilitation of pathway outcomes.

Assists manager in the efficient operation of unit including fiscal and human resources to include planning and supervision of unit/department goals/objectives. Supports and monitors compliance of the team with meeting established productivity standards as defined by the unit.

Provides for age-appropriate education and experiences for all clinical personnel, which will enhance personal, professional, and clinical development. Develops, implements, and participates in in-service programs.

Supports mission and vision of the organization and adheres to BSMH policies. BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives to include auditing of initiatives, education related to new or changes in existing quality initiatives, or enforcement of quality improvement processes and/or policies. Maintain awareness of quality initiatives that support competency of resources, safe environment, regulatory expectations, and a reduction of risks with unique plans for all areas of nursing practice; knowledgeable of all regulatory expectations and helps to achieve regulatory compliance for nursing.

Functions as a clinical resource person for frontline associates and demonstrates technical and clinical competencies in areas of responsibility. Serves as a resource to associates for evaluation of complex or unstable patients. Promotes critical thinking and effective problem solving in associates through example and reinforcement.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationCurrently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Virginia (required)BLS Basic Life Support (required)One of the following certifications preferred:PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred)TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (preferred)ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (preferred)National Board Certification Specialty (preferred)Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification (preferred)EducationBachelor of Science in Nursing (required)Masters of Science in Nursing (preferred)Work ExperienceSupervisory and/or leadership experience generally obtained through a charge nurse and/or hospital supervisor role (required)2 years nursing experience with at least one-year minimum experience in the acuity level of desired area (preferred)TrainingProfessional Nurse Advancement Program within the first year in the role and maintain (required)LanguageNonePatient PopulationDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics (65 years and older)Working ConditionsPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.May be required to use physical restraints.May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.May have periods of constant interruptions.* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.Physical RequirementsPhysical DemandsFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.)

XLifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.)

XPush/Pull (0-50 lbs.)

XPush/Pull (50-100 lbs.)

XStoop, Kneel

XCrawling

XClimbing

XBalance

XBending

XWork PositionFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Sitting

XWalking

XStanding

XAdditional Physical Requirements/HazardsPhysical RequirementsManual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workManeuver weight of patientsHear alarms/telephone/audio recordingsReach above shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor VisionAcuity – farAcuity – nearHazardsDepth perceptionUse of Latex productsExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential electrical shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to high pitched noisesGaseous risk exposureSkillsMonitor patient conditions during treatmentAdminister non-intravenous medicationsInform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and careRecord patient medical historiesEvaluate employee performanceAnalyzing data or informationSchedulingComputer skills to include Microsoft OfficeElectronic medical records documentationAttention to detailAcceptance of authorityCritical thinkingCommunication with family membersTeamworkConflict resolutionActive listeningRelationship buildingBon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.Department:

Nursing Administration - St. Francis - Richmond - Nursing Resource CenterIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email

recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at

recruitment@mercy.com .

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