OverviewRegistered Nurse Shift Leader, Medical/Surgical $5K Sign-on Bonus for Experienced RN's Full time, 72 hours per pay period, Day shift Fort Loudoun Medical Center is equipped with a team of more than 200 doctors in more than 29 specialty areas. Our 87,000-square-foot hospital features advanced technology, including state-of-the-art Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computerized Tomography (CT), Ultrasound, Diagnostic X-Rays and Women’s Imaging Services, as well as Nuclear Medicine technology unique to our surrounding counties. The physicians, staff and volunteers of Fort Loudoun Medical Center are dedicated to providing excellent care to every patient, every time. Position Summary: This position is designed to provide supervisory leadership to staff level employees, coordinating such activities with the department’s Manager. The incumbent is expected to exercise independent judgement and discretion in performing the duties listed below. Recruiter: Mark Fity mfity@covhlth.com 865-374-8110 Responsibilities
Participates in performance appraisal of staff on applicable shift.
Participates in hiring process, including providing hiring recommendations to the Manager.
Prepares documentation for possible disciplinary actions and makes recommendations for such action to the Manager.
Provides recommendations to the Manager for commendations, bonuses, or other appropriate forms of recognition for outstanding performance of employees on applicable shift.
Makes work assignments and directs work activities. Coordinates staff relief for meals, breaks, and meetings.
Projects staffing needs for next two shifts, coordinating adjustments in staffing level as needed.
Serves as clinical resource for all staff.
Checks the emergency crash cart or ascertains that the cart has been checked.
Provides shift report to next Shift Leader or Charge Nurse.
Participates in making work schedules.
Completes all charge nurse duties as specified in nursing policy.
Demonstrates competency in critical skills, including demonstration of competency in addressing the age-specific needs of the patient population served.
Provides professional nursing care on assigned unit.
Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsMinimum Education None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority. Minimum Experience Minimum of three (3) years professional experience. Licensure Requirement Must have and maintain Tennessee State nursing license. CPR required. Apply/ShareJob Title SHIFT LEADER CN III ID 4049909 Facility Fort Loudon Medical Center Department Name MEDIC SURGICAL UNIT
