Unit Director Jobs in Ridgeville, SC (NOW HIRING)

Your job is more than a job. The Charge Nurse serves as a key member of the unit-based leadership team and is responsible for managing patient-centered care coordination during their designated shifts. The Charge Nurse works under the general supervision of the unit's Director of Nursing or designee. Responsibilities Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate, evaluate, customize, and deliver high quality patient-centered care. Supervise personnel providing direct patient care, delegate activities based on patient needs, and exercise judgment regarding care assignments using established policies and procedures. Assist with operationalizing evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and quality outcomes. Support the achievement of internal and external benchmarks, accreditations, and designations. Ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practices that enhance patient experience and customer service. Ensure that equipment is functioning properly, supplies and inventory are adequate, and safety protocols are followed. Assist with admission and discharge processes to ensure efficient throughput and high quality care. Participate in ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services in collaboration with management. Reflect core values in interactions with co‐workers, patients, family members, and community members to foster an engaged work environment. Engage in service recovery when necessary. Provide direct and ongoing supervision of staff for conflict resolution and personnel policy compliance. Lead in a way that inspires commitment to the organization's vision, mission, and values. Resolve or channel employee grievances according to appropriate procedures. Support engagement initiatives such as employee rounding, hourly rounds, and other nursing strategies. Provide direction, supervision, and guidance to staff, delivering coaching and feedback where appropriate. Facilitate training to improve performance, engagement, and professional development. Recommend and implement actions for hiring, selecting, and training new staff. Represent the organization positively within the community and participate in community/patient events. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Experience working in a complex healthcare organization is a plus. Demonstrated leadership and excellent communication, presentation, and people skills. Ability to build and foster strong trusting relationships, influence others, use negotiation skills, and develop solutions to achieve results. Ability to work within a fast‐paced environment and foster teamwork. Proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritize demands, and solve problems creatively. Ability to develop and foster positive employee experiences. Holds self to the highest professional standard and models professionalism for all staff. Education & Experience Associate in Science Degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in the applicable clinical area required. Licensure & Certification Current, clear, unencumbered RN license in the State of Louisiana or Compact Nurse License required. Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required for all departments. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Required for all departments. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)/ENPC – Required by TICU, ED. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – Preferred by ED. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) – Required by ED, Preferred by TICU. Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) – Preferred by MICU, TICU, NCCU. Critical Care Practitioner (CPI) – Required by ED. BHER, BH CEN or TCRN – Preferred by ED. Work Shift Days – (United States of America). The Charge Nurse is expected to work at least 20% of their total shifts during designated charge nurse shifts. Equal Opportunity Statement LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr