Clinical Staff Leader, Neuro/Epilepsy, Nights, VUH

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. Organization 6N Neuro/Epilepsy 10 Job Summary The Clinical Staff Leader is a direct supervisory leadership role and a key member of the Nursing leadership team. The CSL leads a cohort of staff members and actively participates in overall management of the unit, development of clinical practice, and provision of patient care with accountabilities for implementation and outcomes for people leadership, quality, service, compliance, finance, throughput and scheduling. The primary focus of the Clinical Staff Leader is to ensure the unit's optimal performance by engaging in effective problem solving for staff, patients and families and to develop/lead the assigned cohort. The Clinical Staff Leader provides feedback and coaching to staff members, recognizing them for their contributions while fostering a high performance culture. The CSL works under the guidance and direction of the manager to develop. Neuro/Epilepsy We care for adult patients aged 18 and older who are being treated for Ischemic and Hemorrhagic Stroke, TIA, Brain and Spinal Tumors, Cerebrovascular Intervention, Seizures, Altered Mental Status, Intractable Chronic Migraines, Subdural Hematomas, and Parkinson's. As well as care of patients on some continuous medication drips, including insulin. One of the key advantages of working on our unit is being part of a highly skilled and collaborative team, supported by advanced technology. You'll be able to work alongside some of Vanderbilt's top nurses and specialized care teams. Shift Full‑time night shift position Two 12‑hour shift as shift lead on nights Two admin night hours Two shifts as shift lead (12‑hour shift) on weekends within a 6‑week schedule Key Responsibilities Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of their cohort and other staff as needed. Defines standards for quality patient care. Develops, manages and evaluates area based on work team performance. Manages multiple projects/on‑going work activities (timelines, work plans, deliverables) and maintains alignment with strategic plan and vision. Acts as clinical leader and facilitates education for staff on clinical standards; routinely provides guidance/coaching to subordinates/peers within clinical specialty(ies). Ensures that clinical assignments are based on patient care needs and demonstrated staff competencies. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Technical Capabilities Clinical Expertise (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of patient care including patient assessment and treatment, care planning, patient education and evidence‑based practice. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training and expertise to role model and coach less experienced staff. Quality Management (Novice): Has provided continuous analysis and evaluation of assignment work processes, constantly striving for improvement in the way tasks and activities are accomplished by questioning their value to the process and contributing creative solutions. Has participated in the process of establishing, communicating and monitoring standards for quality and excellence. Business Results (Fundamental Awareness): Implements appropriate measures for attaining business results and tracks progress in meeting goals and objectives. Demonstrates the ability to deliver products and services on time, within budget, and in accordance with organizational standards and goals. Operations Planning (Novice): Demonstrates ability to realistically anticipate resource needs, identify discrete tasks, set priorities, define dependencies, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work within areas of direct responsibility. People Management (Novice): Conducts performance reviews, delegates tasks, coaches subordinates on technical and interpersonal topics, and involves subordinates in decisions which affect them. Leadership (Novice): Sets the example in challenging and difficult situations. Demonstrates different leadership styles that suit the situation and communicates team and unit goals clearly. Compliance (Novice): Explains and applies basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job and appropriately escalates problems relating to rules and regulations in a timely manner. Our Nursing Philosophy We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Center's mission of quality in patient care, education and research. Nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people, families and communities reach excellent health and well‑being. As a Vanderbilt University Medical Center employee, you make a difference to our patients and their families by bringing compassion and care to those in need of hope and healing. Benefits Affordable high‑quality health plan options Dental and vision plans 403(b) retirement plan Paid time off (flex PTO) Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied) Short‑and ‑long‑term disability Subsidized backup childcare Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental pay program Achieve the Remarkable Learn more about VUMC Nursing here. Core Accountabilities Organizational Impact: Plans and sets day‑to‑day objectives for the team that have a direct effect on the results of the department or area. Problem Solving / Complexity of work: Resolves technical and operational problems within provided guideline. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies advanced subject matter knowledge within a specific technical area and basic management knowledge to support the team. Team Interaction: Leads/supervises a unit within a department or a small department. Typically without budget or hire/fire authority. Core Capabilities Supporting Colleagues Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees’ effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality and directly addresses quality issues promptly. Ensures Continuous Improvement: Looks beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards. Managing Resources Effectively Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership and drives critical issues to closure. Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to manage resources effectively. Makes Data‑Driven Decisions: Uses data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas or opportunities from multiple sources to improve processes. Applies Technology: Demonstrates enthusiasm for learning new technologies. Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations as opportunities for improvement and embraces change. Position Qualifications Licensure: Registered Nurse – Licensure-Others Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: 1 year Education: Bachelor’s degree Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs