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Title:
Unit Leader
Job Code:
300222
Department/Location:
Department Specific
FLSA Status:
Non-exempt
Reports to:
Nurse Manager/Assistant
Nurse Manager
Position Summary
The Unit Leader plays a key role in supporting the bedside nurse to provide safe patient care and to achieve organizational, departmental, and individual goals. In collaboration with the Nurse Manager the Unit Leader incorporates leadership and communication skills to be an effective change agent on the unit. Supporting the mission of WPH and the nursing division, the Unit Leader acts a role model demonstrating sound time management, conflict resolution, and delegation skills. The Unit Leader acts as a liaison between management, staff, physicians, patients and families, ancillary staff, and other departments. The Unit Leader leads by example and holds staff accountable to provide safe patient care and a high level of patient satisfaction.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities Includes The Following
In collaboration with the Nurse Manager & Asst. Nurse Manager, the Unit Leader:
Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors Assures that quality, safe patient care and clinical services are rendered in accordance with established hospital, regulatory agency, and nursing evidence-based standards Is positive role model for the nursing profession and can demonstrate through exemplars evidence of coaching, mentoring, problem-solving, and acting a resource person for staff and peers on all shifts Identifies, develops, implements, and monitors unit-based quality and Performance Improvement initiatives to provide quantifiable evidence of progression toward the success and outcome of unit-based goals Provides flexibility with scheduling self in accordance with the Nurse Manager and Assistant Nurse Manager to provide clinical leadership on the nursing units or to meet unit-based needs Adheres to the unit-based budget and provides nursing staff and resources in accordance with budgetary guidelines Collaborates with physicians and other members of the health care team to assure delivery of optimum, age- appropriate patient care Identifies and implements nursing evidence-based and/or best practices to develop Nursing Standards and protocols for the delivery of optimum patient care Participates clinically in patient care and accepts patient care assignments as required for the delivery of safe, optimum patient care Insures that unit-based professional and non-professional staff participate in continuing education activities, nursing shared governance, maintenance of organization-required annual competencies, and adherence to organizational policies and procedures Participates in task forces, committees, or projects as assigned Maintains a continuous safe patient care and work environment in accordance with requirements of accrediting and regulatory agencies Participates in interdisciplinary collaboration based on theoretical concepts of team building and team participation and can provide quantifiable evidence and exemplars of the success of that collaboration Demonstrates mastery of customer service skills, including patient rounding and monitoring of outcomes through successful and maintained patient satisfaction scores that surpass nationally-benchmarked scores Identifies and creates action plans with quantifiable measurement and outcomes to correct deficiencies in patient and nursing satisfaction Is a positive change agent on the unit and supports all organization-based initiatives and projects Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience Requirements
Current NY State License BSN (or MSN) required. Knowledge of current nursing, medical and health trends and practices in rendering of patient care. One year of RN experience in the area of specialty or practice preferred. BCLS certification is required. ACLS certification is required for all RNs, except for NICU & Operating Room RNs. All newly hired, inexperienced nurses must receive this certification within 12 months. All newly hired, experienced nurses must receive this certification within 6 months. PALS certification is required for all RNs working in the PACU, 5I Pediatrics, Emergency Department, Armonk Urgent Care, Ambulatory Surgery and 226 Ambulatory Surgery Center. All newly hired, inexperienced nurses must receive this certification within 12 months. All newly hired, experienced nurses must receive this certification within 6 months. NRP certification is required for all RNs working in the Mother-Baby unit, Labor & Delivery and NICU. All newly hired nurses to the NICU, L&D and the Mother-Baby unit must receive this certification within 6 months. Demonstrates a basic knowledge of management skills Previous management/leadership experience preferred 2 years previous clinical experience in area of unit concentration preferred Ability to function as staff RN Demonstrates excellence in clinical skills
Core Competencies
Teamwork & Adaptability Acts as a Professional Role Model Assessment Skills Excellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written) Attention to Detail Planning & Organizing Sound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making Skills Stress Tolerance
Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment
May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc. Position requires ability to move about freely at least 85 per cent of the time. Must be able to remain stationary for extended/prolonged periods Frequently moves/transports objects up to fifty (50) pounds and must be able to move patients of all weights with a minimum of one (1) assist or assistive device/equipment Must be able to work in environment with continuous interruptions Must be able to assess and respond to rapidly changing situational needs of patients, department and hospital Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions Must be able to detect sounds and respond to emergency sounds/signals at all times Must be able to constantly operate computer, equipment and other devices Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruptions and attend to tasks for more than sixty (60) minutes at a time. Individual must be able to understand and relate to theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a day.
Primary Population Served
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Neonatal (birth – 28 days) Patients with exceptional communication needs Infant (29 days – less than 1 year) Patients with developmental delays Pediatric (1 – 12 years) Patients at end of life Adolescent (13 – 17 years) Patients under isolation precautions Adult (18 – 64 years) Patients with cultural needs Geriatric (> 65 years)
x All populations
Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities Non-patient care population
The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.
Salary Range:
$122,531-157,793 (based on full time hours) Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Unit Leader
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White Plains Hospital 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Unit Leader
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White Plains Hospital Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. White Plains Hospital Job Description
Title:
Unit Leader
Job Code:
300222
Department/Location:
Department Specific
FLSA Status:
Non-exempt
Reports to:
Nurse Manager/Assistant
Nurse Manager
Position Summary
The Unit Leader plays a key role in supporting the bedside nurse to provide safe patient care and to achieve organizational, departmental, and individual goals. In collaboration with the Nurse Manager the Unit Leader incorporates leadership and communication skills to be an effective change agent on the unit. Supporting the mission of WPH and the nursing division, the Unit Leader acts a role model demonstrating sound time management, conflict resolution, and delegation skills. The Unit Leader acts as a liaison between management, staff, physicians, patients and families, ancillary staff, and other departments. The Unit Leader leads by example and holds staff accountable to provide safe patient care and a high level of patient satisfaction.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities Includes The Following
In collaboration with the Nurse Manager & Asst. Nurse Manager, the Unit Leader:
Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors Assures that quality, safe patient care and clinical services are rendered in accordance with established hospital, regulatory agency, and nursing evidence-based standards Is positive role model for the nursing profession and can demonstrate through exemplars evidence of coaching, mentoring, problem-solving, and acting a resource person for staff and peers on all shifts Identifies, develops, implements, and monitors unit-based quality and Performance Improvement initiatives to provide quantifiable evidence of progression toward the success and outcome of unit-based goals Provides flexibility with scheduling self in accordance with the Nurse Manager and Assistant Nurse Manager to provide clinical leadership on the nursing units or to meet unit-based needs Adheres to the unit-based budget and provides nursing staff and resources in accordance with budgetary guidelines Collaborates with physicians and other members of the health care team to assure delivery of optimum, age- appropriate patient care Identifies and implements nursing evidence-based and/or best practices to develop Nursing Standards and protocols for the delivery of optimum patient care Participates clinically in patient care and accepts patient care assignments as required for the delivery of safe, optimum patient care Insures that unit-based professional and non-professional staff participate in continuing education activities, nursing shared governance, maintenance of organization-required annual competencies, and adherence to organizational policies and procedures Participates in task forces, committees, or projects as assigned Maintains a continuous safe patient care and work environment in accordance with requirements of accrediting and regulatory agencies Participates in interdisciplinary collaboration based on theoretical concepts of team building and team participation and can provide quantifiable evidence and exemplars of the success of that collaboration Demonstrates mastery of customer service skills, including patient rounding and monitoring of outcomes through successful and maintained patient satisfaction scores that surpass nationally-benchmarked scores Identifies and creates action plans with quantifiable measurement and outcomes to correct deficiencies in patient and nursing satisfaction Is a positive change agent on the unit and supports all organization-based initiatives and projects Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience Requirements
Current NY State License BSN (or MSN) required. Knowledge of current nursing, medical and health trends and practices in rendering of patient care. One year of RN experience in the area of specialty or practice preferred. BCLS certification is required. ACLS certification is required for all RNs, except for NICU & Operating Room RNs. All newly hired, inexperienced nurses must receive this certification within 12 months. All newly hired, experienced nurses must receive this certification within 6 months. PALS certification is required for all RNs working in the PACU, 5I Pediatrics, Emergency Department, Armonk Urgent Care, Ambulatory Surgery and 226 Ambulatory Surgery Center. All newly hired, inexperienced nurses must receive this certification within 12 months. All newly hired, experienced nurses must receive this certification within 6 months. NRP certification is required for all RNs working in the Mother-Baby unit, Labor & Delivery and NICU. All newly hired nurses to the NICU, L&D and the Mother-Baby unit must receive this certification within 6 months. Demonstrates a basic knowledge of management skills Previous management/leadership experience preferred 2 years previous clinical experience in area of unit concentration preferred Ability to function as staff RN Demonstrates excellence in clinical skills
Core Competencies
Teamwork & Adaptability Acts as a Professional Role Model Assessment Skills Excellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written) Attention to Detail Planning & Organizing Sound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making Skills Stress Tolerance
Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment
May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc. Position requires ability to move about freely at least 85 per cent of the time. Must be able to remain stationary for extended/prolonged periods Frequently moves/transports objects up to fifty (50) pounds and must be able to move patients of all weights with a minimum of one (1) assist or assistive device/equipment Must be able to work in environment with continuous interruptions Must be able to assess and respond to rapidly changing situational needs of patients, department and hospital Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions Must be able to detect sounds and respond to emergency sounds/signals at all times Must be able to constantly operate computer, equipment and other devices Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruptions and attend to tasks for more than sixty (60) minutes at a time. Individual must be able to understand and relate to theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a day.
Primary Population Served
Check Appropriate Box(s) Below
Neonatal (birth – 28 days) Patients with exceptional communication needs Infant (29 days – less than 1 year) Patients with developmental delays Pediatric (1 – 12 years) Patients at end of life Adolescent (13 – 17 years) Patients under isolation precautions Adult (18 – 64 years) Patients with cultural needs Geriatric (> 65 years)
x All populations
Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities Non-patient care population
The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.
Salary Range:
$122,531-157,793 (based on full time hours) Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at White Plains Hospital by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Unit Lead” roles.
Hackensack, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 6 months ago Lodi, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 6 months ago Hackensack, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 5 months ago Jamaica, NY $80,000.00-$120,000.00 5 months ago Nursing Attendant, Day Shift 7am-7pm, Full Time
White Plains, NY $24.51-$33.06 6 months ago White Plains, NY $24.51-$33.06 4 months ago New York, NY $68,000.00-$115,000.00 1 week ago Manhattan, NY $85,000.00-$95,000.00 1 month ago Oyster Bay, NY $80,000.00-$120,000.00 5 months ago Clinical Nurse-M/S-SDU-9E-Mount Sinai Hospital-FT/Days
Lodi, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 3 months ago Hempstead, NY $80,000.00-$120,000.00 5 months ago Hackensack, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 5 months ago Clinical Nurse-M/S-SDU-9E-Mount Sinai Hospital-FT/Days
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