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Clinical Unit Leader (RN) 36 hour/week w/Full Time Benefits - Midnight Shift
6T Medical ICU
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an acute care environment preferably ICU.
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The Clinical Unit Leader (CUL), under general supervision from the unit manager and/or director, and in accordance with policies and guidelines established within the organization and individual unit, priority is to function as shift supervisor and clinical liaison with staff, physicians, and management, providing continuity of leadership day to day. The CUL, in conjunction with the unit manager, acts as a supervisor, role model, mentor, coach, and resource person to staff to ensure that all unit standards are maintained and a team oriented work environment is maintained. The CUL is involved in attracting, developing, maintaining, and retaining qualified staff members. Duties will include assisting with hiring, orientation, monitoring, and evaluating performance, problem solving, employee counseling and corrective action, staffing, assignment and direction of staff and payroll. In addition to duties involving unit personnel, the CUL serves as a contact for internal and external customers. He/she is responsible for creating an environment, which fosters positive customer service and meets all quality and accreditation standards, implementing new and monitoring ongoing processes. Clinical Practice: Rotate to the off shifts as determined by staffing needs and the nurse manager to provide clinical assessment, mentoring, coaching, and evaluation of staff. Management of Clinical Area: Participate in the development and implementation of unit or area goals and objectives. Identify and plan for staffing consistent with the needs of the patient population and budgetary requirements. Participate in planning and problem solving of daily unit/area operations, priorities of patient services, and urgent, and emergent care. QA and Research: Participate in planning, coordinating, and evaluating unit quality metrics and quality improvement activities. Promote the integration of research findings into clinical practice by unit nursing staff. Promote staff involvement in evidence-based practice and clinical research, as applicable.
A little about Henry Ford Jackson Hospital:
Our Magnet® designated, 420-bed Hospital is a Level II Trauma Center. We continually look to the future with our collaborative Graduate Nurse Residency programs, Graduate Medical Education and a technologically advanced Center for Health Innovation & Education. Acute care services are complemented by more than 40 community-based outpatient service locations. We are proud to provide a broad range of specialty services, from cardiac surgery and minimally invasive structural heart procedures to neurosurgery, plastic surgery and total joint replacement. We also offer full home health care and hospice services.
With all the advantages and resources that come with being part of the larger Henry Ford Health, our hospital maintains a warm, personal atmosphere. Our nurses have a voice, enjoy being part of a close-knit team and are actively involved in community events. In support of work-life balance, we offer generous paid time off to relax and rejuvenate, concierge services to make life a bit easier, and close-by free parking.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing or Associate's Degree of Science in Nursing with the expectation of obtaining a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing within five (5) years. Previous experience in a leadership role (Charge Nurse, Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, etc). Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an acute care environment. Professional Certifications to support a culture of nursing excellence. Ability to problem-solve, effective verbal and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills necessary for effective leadership of the patient care team. Strong nursing processes, critical thinking, and advanced assessment skills required. Knowledge about and experience in the department population served.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: Current Michigan nursing license. Valid BLS certifications.
