CLINICAL NURSE LEADER (RN) - MED / SURG STEPDOWN

Duke HealthNC, United States

2 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Experienced RNs (1+ years of experience) are eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus!

Relocation assistance available for experienced and new grad nurses!

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, which has been part of Duke Health since 1998 and has served Wake County for more than 35 years. Duke Raleigh Campusfeatures 204 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

Duke Nursing Highlights :

Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
Quality of Life : Living in the Triangle!
Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

Unit Description :

The Medical / Surgical Stepdown Unit at Duke Raleigh Campus is a 45-bed unit that serves patients with a wide range of diagnoses including but not limited to sepsis, pneumonia, diabetes, sickle cell, and gastrointestinal complications. The unit also provides care to patients with mental health disorders and step-down level of care patients (this includes cardiac drips, post-cath lab recovery, peritoneal dialysis, and more). The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1 : 3-5 (depending on the acuity of the patients) on days and nights. The 4th-floor team is active in delivering exemplary care for every patient, every time!

General Description of the Job Class

Plan and provide advanced and / or specialized nursing care for patients in accordance with guidelines established within the Discipline of Nursing Clinical Ladder Program and the North Carolina Board of Nursing. The position will provide local level leadership in the areas of administration, education, informatics and quality.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

Identify care needs for patient populations across the continuum of care.

Collaborate and provide leadership in the development of standards of care, patient / family education and staff education to address the needs of specific populations.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and provide leadership within the delivery of patient care.

Provide leadership in educational activities, departmental committees, research projects and other health-related projects.

Provide evaluation, direction and guidance in the proper selection, use, care and control of material resources.

Appraise quality and effectiveness of material and equipment and collaborate with appropriate departments to assist with vendor selection and feedback on performance.

Guide the professional growth of others across the continuum of care through role modeling, coaching and / or mentoring. This may include designing orientation modules, primary precepting of senior nursing students.

Provide leadership at a departmental, entity, community or regional / national level for initiatives focused on improving the quality of care for populations of patients and growth of others.

Conduct performance reviews.

Effectively recommend personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, terminations and other related activities.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

CNIV Pathways

Leadership / Regulatory : Monitor clinical practice and ensure compliance to practice standards and regulatory standards. Collaborate with unit / clinic leadership to coach and mentor nursing colleagues. Influence recruitment and development of staff.

Education : Plan and deliver in house education sessions or collaborate with subject matter experts. Keep up to date with evidence-based nursing practices and adult education. Assess educational needs of staff. Partners with clinical nurse educator and clinical nurse specialist to address unit educational needs.

Informatics : Serve as a superuser for clinical information systems. Disseminate and communicate information to staff regarding adoption of or changes to technology. Facilitate service tickets and troubleshoot efficiency concerns with staff. Provide training and technology education support on the unit. Serve as a change agent and facilitate adoption of new technology on the unit.

Quality / Research / Innovation : Collaborate with subject matter experts to analyze patient care data to identify trends and areas for improvement. Participate in multidisciplinary committees focused on quality and patient safety. Provide guidance and support to nursing staff in quality assurance and best practices. Engage in research and innovation initiatives to develop new methodologies and technologies for enhancing patient care.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education

Work requires graduation from an accredited nursing program with a BSN degree.

Experience

3+ years of RN experience required

Degrees, Licensure, and / or Certification

Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and Unlicensed staff.

Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process

Knowledge of professional theory, practice and procedure

Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families

Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others

Ability to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care

Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, treatment, and follow-up

Ability to use fine motor skills

Competent in BLS and / or other specialized life support requirements designated by work area

Ability to record activities, document assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and re-evaluation of patient status

Ability to use computer and learn new software programs

Ability to document and communicate pertinent information using computer and / or paper documentation tools

Ability to navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients

Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking

Ability to remain focused and organized

Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients

Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautionS

Working knowledge and completion of appropriate The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements

Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing Required

Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

Provide leadership at a CSU, departmental, institutional, community or regional / national level.

Lead change by constantly seeking creative solutions to improve quality and efficiency in the delivery of patient care.

Duke is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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