TEAM LEADER- RMC 3RD IMCU (FT Days)

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse Team Leader to join our dynamic Medical Surgical team in Kankakee, Illinois. This role is integral in supervising and coordinating patient care. The ideal candidate will be an experienced nurse with a proven track record in leadership and clinical excellence. In this role, you will provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients while leading a team of skilled nurses in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with the Nurse Manager to supervise daily operations, promotes that clinical practices meet the highest standards, foster a collaborative work environment, and contribute to the overall safety, well-being, and recovery of our patients. Additionally, this position requires flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure. 

Scheduling Requirements

8am-8pm

Essential Duties

• Clinical Leadership: Oversee and guide the daily activities of the unit, promotes that all clinical practices and patient care protocols are adhered to with the utmost professionalism and accuracy. The Team Leader is responsible for coordination of care, admission and discharge planning, making assignments, and supervising unit staff while on shift. 
• Patient Care: Assumes a patient assignment as needed to provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans. Manage complex cases and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Treatment Administration: Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as ordered by provider. Monitor patient responses to treatments and update care plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Patient and Family Education: Provide comprehensive cultural and age appropriate education to patients and their families regarding medical conditions, treatment plans, and care procedures. Ensure that patients and families are well-informed about managing their health and any required follow-up care, addressing questions and concerns to support their understanding and participation in the care process.
• Infection Control: Adhere to infection control protocols and ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. Implement standard precautions and safety measures to prevent the spread of infections.
• Team Coordination: Facilitate effective communication among nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. Promote teamwork and provide support and guidance to nursing staff to ensure cohesive patient care.
• Staff Training and Development: Mentor and train new and existing staff members. Provide ongoing performance coaching and constructive feedback to enhance team skills and professional growth.
• Quality Improvement: Partners with the Nurse Manager to monitor and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, standards, and best practices. Engage in quality improvement initiatives, Evidence Based Practice, and research when applicable along with clinical audits to enhance patient care outcomes. Address patient and family concerns promptly and effectively.
• Emergency Response: Lead the clinical response during emergencies, ensuring patient and staff safety and coordinating with other healthcare providers.
• Administrative Duties: Assist the Nurse Manager with staffing, scheduling, timekeeping, interviews, managing expenses, and other administrative tasks as needed to support the operational efficiency of the unit.
• Patient Experience: Conduct patient rounds. Engage with patients and their families in a manner that promotes comfort, trust, and understanding. Address patient concerns with empathy and professionalism, striving to create a positive and supportive environment that fosters a sense of security and well-being.
• Employee Experience: Contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment. Offer constructive feedback and assistance to peers, and engage in open communication to promote a culture of mutual respect and teamwork.
• Team member will maintain annual education requirements for hospital-based certifications (e.g. DNV CARF and or others)

Non-essential Duties

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with best practices. 
• Participate in hospital committees and task forces as needed to support organizational goals and improvements.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.  Our Total Rewards package includes:

Compensation

• Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Preferred Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in an acute care setting preferred. 
• Experience caring for patient populations across the lifespan is highly desirable.
• Basic ECG rhythm interpretation skills preferred. 

Required Licensure/Education

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• New Graduate RNs starting on or after 1/1/25 must earn Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) within 3 years of start date. 

Preferred Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred.
• Professional certification in nursing specialty preferred.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred or within 1 year of hire

Exposure/Sensory Requirements

Exposure to:

• Chemicals: Refer to MSDS Sheets
• Video Display Terminals: None
• Blood and Body Fluids: Daily exposure to blood and body fluids when collecting, transporting, treating and disposing of biohazard and regular trash.
• TB or Airborne Pathogens: Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne pathogens during cleaning procedures.

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch): Vibrations

• Speech: Required to communicate with supervisor and patients.
• Vision: Ability to see soiled carpet, digital pager messages, assignments, etc.
• Smell: Ability to detect foul odors, helpful to note presence of electrical/fire hazard.
• Hearing: Ability to hear alarms, voice pager messages, horns.
• Touch: Ability to feel heat or cold with hands.

Activity/Lifting Requirements

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:

• Sit: 0%
• Twist: 5%
• Stand: 14%
• Crawl: 0%
• Walk: 36%
• Kneel: 3%
• Lift: 12%
• Drive: 5%
• Squat: 7%
• Climb: 4%
• Bend: 9%
• Reach above shoulders: 5%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:

• Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 35 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 50 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
• Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
• Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):

Putting away supplies, sometimes overhead. Mops and brooms - carried 10', knee high; vacuums - carried 1', ankle high; chairs (35#) carried 10', waist high.

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:

• Sit: 0
• Twist: 20
• Stand: 60
• Crawl: 0
• Walk: 150
• Kneel: 15
• Lift: 50
• Drive: 20
• Squat: 30
• Climb: 15
• Bend: 40
• Reach above shoulders: 20

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):

• Simple grasp up to 10 lbs. Normal weight: 5-10# frequent
• Pushing & pulling Normal weight: up to 50#
• Fine Manipulation: Wringing out cloths.

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Driving vehicle, light pressure

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards

Environmental Factors (Time Spent):

• Inside hours: 8
• Outside hours : 0
• Temperature: Extreme cold to extreme hot
• Lighting: Average
• Noise levels: Loud
• Humidity: Normal Range
• Atmosphere: Odors

Special Hazards: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical - Bed controls, vacuums, floor equipment, steam sterilizer, autoclave, compactor, cleaning supplies/other chemicals

Protective Clothing Required: Goggles, apron and gloves