Registered Nurse (RN) - Charge Nurse Lead - Med/Tele Respiratory

About the role

Department 35815 Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center - Med Surg: IU 4EF Medical and Telemetry Status
Full time Benefits Eligible
Hours Per Week 36
Schedule Details/Additional Information
Where You Will Work: 4EF Medical/Telemetry – Respiratory Focus
4EF is a 24-bed, all-private room unit specializing in respiratory care and is the only non-ICU unit at Luke’s caring for ventilator patients.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates operational accountability by ensuring that the nursing unit operates efficiently and effectively during their shift to meet patient care needs while adhering to organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Facilitates collaboration among healthcare professionals, ensuring effective communication and coordination of patient care to achieve optimal outcomes.
Provides clinical oversight and guidance to nursing staff, ensuring that patient care meets established standards and protocols.
Leverage expertise to support staff in decision-making, interventions, and documentation, fostering a culture of excellence in clinical practice within the nursing unit.
Responsible for fostering the professional growth of nursing staff by providing coaching, mentoring, and educational opportunities.
Oversees continuous quality improvement within the nursing unit by supporting identified areas for enhancement, implementation of changes, and supports leadership in evaluating outcomes to optimize patient care delivery.
Fosters a culture of innovation and excellence to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.
Facilitates clear and effective communication among nursing staff, ensuring that important information is relayed promptly and accurately.
Promotes a collaborative environment where concerns are addressed, updates are provided, and teamwork is encouraged to optimize patient care delivery.
Accountable for efficient resource utilization within the nursing unit, ensuring that staffing, equipment, and supplies are allocated effectively to meet patient care needs. They monitor resource availability and communicate identified areas for optimization.
Skilled at coordinating emergency response and crisis management within the nursing unit in the moment. Prepared to handle urgent situations effectively.
Advocates for patients and their families by ensuring their voices are heard, their concerns are addressed, and their rights are respected throughout their healthcare journey. Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, advocating for individualized care that aligns with their preferences, needs, and values.

Requirements

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Education Required
Bachelor's degree in nursing.
Experience Required
Typically requires 5 years of nursing experience.

Qualifications

Charge nurse experience preferred.
Strong clinical skills.
Ability to lead in a dynamic environment.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cohesively in groups.
Utilize critical thinking and timely decision making.
Ability to assess skills and abilities of others.
Ability to coach in the moment and provide service recovery.
Ability to provide effective leader rounding.

Skills

Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Pay

$41.10 - $61.65

Schedule

0.9 FTE, 36hrs a week, 0300-1530, every 3rd weekend rotation, combination of holidays