Nursing Team Leader - 5S - General Surgical Unit

Job description

Overview Our General Surgical Unit is a 32-bed unit specializing in exceptional postoperative care for our general surgical patients. Nurses in this area have a 1:6 ratio and are trained in all aspects of postoperative care; including pain management, mobility, and bedside procedures. In this area especially, we value a comfortable and healing environment for each individual patient and their unqiue needs. This team will closely collaborate with local family practice physicians, hospitalists, as well as our surgeons. Responsibilities: The Team Leader is responsible for the following leadership and management duties: - Coordinates unit activities and provides leadership for unit staffing and patient assignments and responds to and provides leadership during crisis and emergency situations. - Promotes efficient patient flow including timely discharges and admissions. - Encourages a safe environment by promoting adherence to established protocols, policies and procedures. - Serves as clinical resource for staff, especially for new employees and during complex patient care situations. - Effectively implements current techniques and/or programs to improve patient care processes. - Ensur...