NURSE LEAD, LAB & CLINICAL OPS

Position Summary Registered Nurse supporting the Nurse Manager in laboratory operations, clinical compliance, and staff development at Fairfield Emergency Room. Primary focus: CLIA and COLA compliance, lab instrumentation, and onboarding support. This full‑time role includes 24 hours of administrative work and one 12‑hour clinical floor shift per week. Qualifications Current Texas RN license in good standing Minimum 3 years of emergency room nursing experience BLS, ACLS, and PALS required; NIHSS required within 30 days of hire BSN, CEN, and ENPC preferred Working knowledge of CLIA and COLA compliance expectations Strong communication, critical thinking, and familiarity with EMR and Microsoft 365 Core Responsibilities Laboratory Operations Operate, calibrate, QC, and maintain lab instruments; troubleshoot and coordinate with Biomed Maintain CLIA and COLA documentation, American Proficiency Institute (API) proficiency testing, and staff competency binders Monitor lab supply inventory and reagent expiration; flag reorder needs to the Nurse Manager Compliance and Quality Track chart audits, crash cart logs, temperature logs, high‑level disinfection records, and staff certification expirations; report gaps to the Nurse Manager Ensure follow‑up and physician notification on all send‑out specimens Document incidents accurately; collaborate on quality and process improvement Staff Development Serve as clinical resource for new‑hire orientation and skills validation Mentor nursing staff and deliver in‑service training on workflow updates Assist the Nurse Manager with identifying staff development needs Operational Support Assist with facility supply and medication ordering; final approval rests with the Nurse Manager Assist with interviewing and onboarding; hiring decisions rest with the Nurse Manager Check company email each shift; maintain professional communication with staff, providers, and leadership Comply with HIPAA, CLIA, and COLA; be available for facility inspections Clinical Floor Shift (12 hours per week) Work as the assigned staff RN for one scheduled 12‑hour clinical shift per week Model clinical workflow, documentation standards, and safety practices Serve as an on‑shift clinical resource for peers and new hires Other Any additional duties delegated within scope of practice by the Nurse Manager, Facility Administrator, Operations Manager, or Director of Operations On‑Call Periodic on‑call rotation with the Nurse Manager. Compensation for on‑call participation is set by ProCare Operations leadership. Working Conditions Fast‑paced emergency room environment Full‑time: 36 hours per week, 24 administrative and 12 clinical (one staff RN floor shift) On‑site at Fairfield Emergency Room (Cypress, TX); not remote 90‑day probationary period Must be able to stand, walk, sit, and lift up to 50 lbs using proper body mechanics #J-18808-Ljbffr