Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Unit Leader - Operating Room (OR) - St. Mary's Hospital

Shift: Monday‑Thursday 10:45 am – 9:15 pm, in‑house holiday shift required.

Schedule

Monday‑Thursday 10:45 am – 9:15 pm, with required in‑house holiday shift.

About the role

Bon Secours is a faith‑based, patient‑focused organization dedicated to enhancing health and well‑being of all people. The Clinical Unit Leader – Operating Room at St. Mary’s Hospital serves as the Lead RN/Charge Nurse, coordinating patient care on a designated unit in collaboration with the Clinical Manager.

Responsibilities

• Adjust schedule and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources, and care design.
• Provide guidance to staff, clinical support, and oversee unit responsibilities in the absence of the unit leader.
• Maintain current knowledge of environmental safety standards and infection control; utilize appropriate supplies and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding nursing interventions and plan of care.
• Round on patients to evaluate safety, quality, and patient experience.
• Serve as a resource to staff, patients, and families to ensure effective communication.
• Function as a clinical resource and role model for staff; may serve as a preceptor.
• Participate in interprofessional collaborative practice to ensure care coordination, continuity, and optimal patient experience.
• Resolve operational problems by communicating with other departments as necessary.
• Participate in quality monitoring and performance improvement programs, including monitoring activities, evaluating unit‑based results, and suggesting studies.
• Facilitate appropriate patient placement and safe, efficient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Provide feedback and mentoring to nursing and support staff.
• Create an environment of teamwork, mutual respect, and conflict management; foster open communication and timely conflict resolution.
• Support the mission and vision of the organization and adhere to BSMH policies and the Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred).
• Licensing: Current RN license in the state of employment or covered by compact (required).
• Certifications (preferred, with some required based on unit): BLS (Basic Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum), ENPC (Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course), National Board Certification Specialty, Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years nursing experience, including at least 1 year of clinical experience at the acuity level of the desired area (preferred).

Skills & Abilities

• Build collaborative relationships and work with physicians and other medical staff.
• Conflict resolution and effective oral and written communication.
• Facilitate consensus building, group discussions, and an environment that values diversity.
• Inspire desired behaviors, manage undesired behaviors, and mentor others.
• Apply high‑reliability concepts, evidence‑based practices, and regulatory standards.
• Analyze data, support quality improvement, and manage risk.
• Change management, strategic planning, workforce development, and succession planning.
• Human resources management, staffing based on matrix, and people leadership.
• Customer service, problem solving, and advocacy.
• Uphold ethical principles, corporate compliance, and openness to feedback and coaching.

Pay

Range: Minimum $38.63 per hour – Maximum $61.82 per hour.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
• Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.