Description

Job Summary
The Registered Nurse Team Lead supports the delivery of high-quality patient care and team performance within the clinical service area. This role combines direct patient care responsibilities with leadership and operational oversight to ensure optimal patient outcomes and a positive work environment.

The RN Team Lead is responsible for promoting clinical excellence, supporting staff development, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining efficient daily operations.

 
Key Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of patient care, ensuring clinical excellence and adherence to departmental standards
Provide direction, supervision, and delegation of clinical and non-clinical responsibilities to staff
Foster a positive team culture that promotes accountability, high morale, low turnover, and professional growth
Recognize staff accomplishments and encourage ongoing development and engagement
Serve as a communication bridge between staff and management, ensuring two-way feedback and timely issue resolution
Collaborate with physicians, patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and manage care plans
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information
Attend management meetings, represent the unit, and contribute to organizational initiatives
Ensure compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, CLIA, OSHA)
Support fiscal management by maintaining appropriate staffing levels, controlling expenses, and contributing to budget planning
Lead quality improvement initiatives, including patient satisfaction and performance metrics
Provide age-appropriate care utilizing knowledge of lifespan development
Respond to urgent staffing needs as required
Interpret and apply laws, regulations, and organizational policies appropriately, with awareness of impacts on reimbursement, HR, and clinical pathways
 
 

Requirements

Qualifications
Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program required
Minimum 1 year of clinical experience with demonstrated leadership expertise
Current Registered Nurse licensure
De-escalation training required within four months of hire (for applicable specialties)
Proficiency with electronic medical record systems
Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
Ability to complete orientation and competency validation requirements
Ability to appropriately manage and restrain disruptive or physically violent patients when necessary