RN Team Leader

Job description

Job Summary The RN Lead provides clinical leadership, guidance, and oversight to nursing staff within the department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care. This role promotes a positive work environment, facilitates communication, and supports staff development and adherence to clinical standards. The RN Lead collaborates with nursing leadership to implement best practices, foster staff engagement, and drive process improvements aligned with organizational goals. Essential Functions: - Leads and mentors nursing staff, promoting a work environment conducive to high morale, effective teamwork, and professional growth. - Conducts regular staff meetings to facilitate communication, share updates, and address nursing practice or patient care concerns. - Serves as a clinical role model, demonstrating best practices in patient care, documentation, and communication. - Ensures compliance with clinical policies and procedures, including health record documentation, patient assessments, and safety protocols. - Supports new staff onboarding, managing the orientation, induction, and development of new nurses to ensure effective integration into the team. - Oversees patient care d...