ClinicalUnitLeader-IntensiveCareUnit(ICU)-SouthsideRegionalMedicalCenter

**Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!** **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 36 **Work Shift: ** Nights (United States of America) ***Night shift** **Clinical Unit Leader - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - Southside Regional Medical Center** ** _Primary Function/General Purpose of Position_** The Lead RN/Charge Nurse is responsible for coordinating patient care on a designated unit. In collaboration with the Clinical Manager, this role uses nursing process and clinical knowledge to coordinate members of the health care team to develop and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction, while striving for optimal efficiency and productivity of all resources. **_Essential Job Functions_** * Adjusts the schedule and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources & care design. * Provides guidance of staff, clinical support, and oversees responsibility for the unit in the absence of the unit leader. * Maintains current knowledge of environmental safety standards and infection control; Utilizes appropriate supplies and equipment. * Communicates effectively with patients and their families regarding nursing interventions and plan of care. * Rounds on patients to evaluate safety, quality, and patient experience. * Serves as a resource to staff, patients, and family members to ensure effective communication. * Functions as a clinical resource and role model for staff. May serve as a preceptor. * Actively involved in interprofessional collaborative practice within the care delivery system to ensure care coordination and continuity of care and optimal patient experience. * Communicates effectively and follows through with other departments as necessary to resolve operational problems. * Participates in the ongoing quality monitoring and performance improvement program through monitoring activities, evaluation of unit-based results, suggestions for studies. * Facilitates appropriate patient p