Registered Nurse - OR Orthopedic Surgery Team Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description: RN Team LeadPosition EntityCayuga Health SystemPosition TitleRN Team LeadPosition Code3004DepartmentOR - Ortho Pay Range/Grade$41.63 to 50.17 FLSA StatusNon- Exempt Position TypeFull TimeRemote Work Tier-Exposure Category-Reports ToOR Manager Centralus Health MissionOur mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to success and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve. Job SummaryA Team Leader is a registered professional nurse who provides staff support, and works in conjunction with the Unit Manager and Unit Director. In collaboration with the Nurse Manager, the Team Leader works to improve patient care and experience through effective staff communication, observation, and measurement of specific interventions/practices and their associated outcomes. The Team Leader plays a pivotal role in fostering relationships with staff for retention, recruitment, mentoring, and patient and staff satisfaction. The Team Leader fosters teamwork and collaboration with patients and the interdisciplinary team. The Team Leader plays a significant role in assisting the nurse manager in achieving clinical and financial goals along with management of human/material resources as delegated. Education / Experience QualificationsRequired:Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program.Licensure: Active applicable license in the State of New York.Certification: BLSJob FunctionsAdheres to complete job description of a Registered NurseParticipates in customer service rounding and demonstrates strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skillsInitiates and maintains positive and professional relationships and actively furthers the nursing profession at CHSTakes the lead by becoming superuser in implementing new processes and supports a learning environmentReal-time staff education, mentoring, and coaching relating to care, communication, and unit operations with the purpose of supporting excellent patient care as well as supporting educators and managersFosters positive patient experience in line with organizational expectations and goals including fostering team work and collaborationEngages in maintaining patient throughput (admissions, transfers, discharges, etc.), manages productivity, and day-to-day adjustments in staffing. Documents deviations with explanation. Completes audits as assignedFlexible in assuming other appropriate responsibilities not noted aboveWorks directly a specialty service teamsTakes admin callImportant Note: (*) indicates an essential function of the job as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Essential functions are the core duties that are fundamental to the position and must be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation. Success FactorsContinuously look for ways to improve-streamlining workflows, removing barriers to success, and enhancing the experience for both employees and customersMaintains clinical credibility through ongoing practice, certification and professional developmentInfluence nursing practice through role modeling, accountability, and professionalismSupports organizational priorities and nursing strategic goals through educationEducation / Experience QualificationsRequired:Minimum 1 year experience in current settingPreferred:BSN preferredApplicable professional certificationPhysical RequirementsFrequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 35 pounds as part of safe patient handling practices. Occasionally lift up to 50 poundsMust be able to stand, walk or move around continuously for extended periods, often for the majority of the shiftAbility to interact with electronic health records, learning platforms, or other digital systems, requiring frequent and sustained screen viewing throughout the workday; repetitive use of hands and fingers.Must be able to work in extreme heat or cold