Registerd Nurse - RN

Registerd Nurse - RN at Maria Parham Health summary :

The Clinical Lead RN at Maria Parham Health coordinates and supervises nursing staff while ensuring effective clinical care in the behavioral health unit. This role involves collaborating with leadership on clinical issues, providing training and mentoring to staff, and ensuring compliance with protocols. With a focus on quality service delivery, the Clinical Lead RN addresses staffing needs and resolves complex issues for optimal patient outcomes.

Maria Parham Health

Who We Are :

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds, Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint Commission, the College of American Pathologists, and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.

Where We Are :

Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the region’s largest lake, providing endless hours of fun boating, fishing, water skiing, and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next!

Why Choose Us :

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance for qualified applicants
• Robust employee recognition and awards programs
• And much more…

Position Summary

The Clinical Lead RN is a role developed to work in coordination with Behavioral Health leadership to ensure work is accomplished accurately, effectively, and efficiently. The Clinical Lead RN is the first line support for staff, physicians, and other related providers on service-specific clinical issues. The Clinical Lead RN collaborates with the Nurse Manager on clinical and non-clinical issues (employee relations, individual behaviors, physician relationships, etc.). The Clinical Lead RN is the support for the unit / department / service when the Nurse Manager is unavailable. The Clinical Lead RN is responsible for supervising, directing, coaching, and mentoring their assigned core group of staff.

Reports to : Adult Behavioral Health Nurse Manager

Responsibilities of the Position

Determines, coordinates and supervises daily staffing assignments and levels.

Provides direction, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff. Performs or assists with performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.

Assesses and ensures quality of services delivered and facilitates staff development programs. Ensures staff compliance with departmental and organizational policies, procedures, and protocols.

Performs staff responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.

Leads the handling and resolution of complex issues and complaints.

Required Education

Associate degree in nursing is required – BSN is preferred.

Licenses / Certifications

A current North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license is required upon hire.

Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon hire.

Handle with Care (HWC) within 6 months of hire.

Required Skills

Ability to understand, communicate, and react effectively to patient and family needs.

Excellent customer service skills.

Critical thinking.

Work well under pressure while keeping calm and remaining customer focused.

Minimum Work Experience

3 years of nursing experience is required.

EEOC Statement

Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment : Minority / Female / Disabled / Protected Veteran

Keywords :

Clinical Lead RN, Nursing, Healthcare, Patient Care, Behavioral Health, Staff Management, Registered Nurse, Clinical Supervision, Patient Support, Healthcare Compliance