Job Summary
The position involves overseeing and providing Med/Surg nursing care, which encompasses a range of activities such as patient assessment, development of care plans, execution of nursing tasks, and addressing discharge needs. The candidate will play a central role in daily unit operations while ensuring exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver comprehensive Med/Surg nursing care to patients.
- Conduct assessments and develop personalized care plans based on patient needs.
- Implement nursing interventions and evaluate their effectiveness.
- Manage discharge planning and related patient needs.
- Lead unit operations to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of care delivery.
- Support staffing and the training of nursing personnel to maintain a skilled team.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and manage billing processes.
- Mentor fellow nurses to promote professional growth and quality in care.
- Contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the unit.
Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited nursing education program.
- 1–2 years of relevant nursing experience in Med/Surg settings.
- Valid RN licenses in California and Nevada.
- Enrollment in BLS, ALS, and PALS resuscitation training courses.
- Experience in Team Lead roles and strong leadership capabilities.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage team dynamics.
- Proficient in coordinating staff schedules and fostering performance improvement.
- Preferred familiarity with EHR systems, specifically EPIC.
Tahoe Forest Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
