Charge Nurse Team Lead - Medical Unit
Black Women's Mental Health Institute · St Louis, MO · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
The Med Surg Charge Nurse (RN) is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating nursing activities on a designated shift, providing direct patient care, and acting as a clinical resource for staff.
Responsibilities
- Facilitates care transitions
- Develops individualized care plans
- Promotes evidence-based practices
- Evaluates patient and family experiences to enhance care quality and satisfaction
- Leads unit activities
- Assesses patient data to identify care gaps
- Collaborates with the interprofessional team to optimize patient outcomes
- Supports nursing practice advancement through research, education, and community involvement
- Promotes a culture of safety and excellence
Qualifications
- RN license
- Nursing diploma or associate's degree
- 2–5 years of experience (required)
- Bachelor's degree and 5–10 years of experience (preferred)
Skills
- Strong clinical knowledge
- Leadership
- Critical thinking
- Collaboration
- Commitment to evidence-based care
Schedule
- Night shifts
- On-call rotations
- Limited weekends
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Paid time off
This safety-sensitive position emphasizes professional growth within a supportive organizational ladder.