Clinical Leader (RN) - Medical Surgical

About the Role

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply, and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

The Clinical Leader PCLM provides leadership and coordinates the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs, services, processes, and systems within the responsible area. This role ensures quality, service, and satisfaction, continuum and process improvement, efficient utilization of resources, and financial performance while meeting productivity standards.

Responsibilities

• 75% Clinical Operation/Supervisory Duties:
  • Ensures quality, services, and satisfaction to clients served.
  • Serves as a direct care provider when needed, maintaining recognized standards of clinical practice and patient care.
  • Coordinates the integration of the interdisciplinary team to achieve effective patient outcomes, efficient resource utilization, and patient satisfaction.
  • Directs, delegates, and/or engages in the treatment of patients and families to achieve optimal health outcomes.
  • Serves as a central resource person and maintains open and accurate lines of communication for all customers.
  • Creates efficient schedules for interdisciplinary staff and patients to ensure the appropriate staff/skill mix.
  • Establishes systems, processes, standards, and structure in collaboration with leadership to ensure smooth operations, safety, patient satisfaction, and effective service delivery.
• 10% Staff Development & Recruitment:
  • Participates in recruitment activities and staff development.
  • Acts as a clinical resource for interdisciplinary staff and facilitates learning.
  • Appraises staff performance, provides feedback, goal setting, and ongoing supervision.
  • Ensures appropriate orientation and communicates with staff through meetings, memos, and updates.
• 10% Quality Improvement & Communication:
  • Participates in unit and hospital-based committees to improve clinical practice and patient outcomes.
  • Performs departmental audits and rounds daily on patients/associates to observe experiences and satisfaction.
  • Provides real-time feedback and coaching to associates on meeting patient and family needs.
  • Acts as a communication liaison for students and vendor representatives.
• 5% Budget & Resource Management:
  • Assists in maintaining and identifying budget needs through cost-effective practice.
  • Ensures efficient use of department resources.
• As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities include a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency in performing job duties.

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in a related field.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association or CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) – American Red Cross.
• BLS/ACLS certification in a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Schedule

• Night shift.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 40.
• Department: Surgical Unit 1.