Emergency Department Clinical Leader- Night Shift

MelroseWakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center, over 20 locations and 50 specialties, MelroseWakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career. If you are interested in providing care in your local community, come join our team!

Job Overview

This position utilizes the nursing process, leadership skills, and current evidence based clinical knowledge to assess the needs of the departments, collaborate with health team members to coordinate patient care, and set criteria for the quality of patient care. Develops and sustains an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction, while striving for optimal efficiency, productivity, and utilization of all resources. Provides patient and staff education, clinical supervision, and participates in unit-based activities (quality assessment, shared governance, quality review, staff development in-services, simulation drills, etc.)

Hours: Part-Time / 24 hours a week / Nights

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).

2. Registered Nurse (RN) license.

3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

4. Three (3) years of nursing leadership experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master's degree in Nursing (MSN).

2. Five (5) years of nursing leadership experience.

3. Nursing specialty certification.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Acts as a role model for clinical excellence and promotion of professional practice. Is visible and available to answer questions, assist with treatments/procedures.

2. Assists in clinical problem-solving and the development of critical thinking skills.

3. Assists with ensuring implementation of the nursing process and established nursing standards.

4. Demonstrates standards compliance through staff documentation in the medical record.

5. Promotes excellent relations and collaboration between staff and others on each unit in the hospital.

6. Utilizes the available resources in a cost-effective manner.

7. Supports unit performance improvement.

8. Assists with developing and retaining employees through coaching and performance feedback resulting in mutual trust and respect.

9. Assists with the Coordination of all aspects of Performance Management including: setting expectations, continuing education, credentialing, performance appraisals, auditing, concurrent monitoring, utilization review, risk management and active problem identification.

10. Performs required performance appraisals on time for unit staff based on hospital job descriptions and unit-based performance standards.

11. Assists in identifying, planning and implementing educational programs based on staff needs. Regularly participates in direct staff learning activities.

12. Participates in the professional development for self and other department/unit specific team members.

13. Conducts regular supervisory rounds as applicable to include the following monitoring of staff documentation, patient and customer satisfaction, patient education, nursing care and unit services provided, implementation and use of protocols, and overall work environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one

• 403(b) retirement plan with company match

• Tuition reimbursement

• Clinical mobility tracks

• Free Parking

About MelroseWakefield Hospital:

MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.

Core to our values, MelroseWakefield Healthcare's commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.

About Tufts Medicine

A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system - we're a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you'll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family's well-being.

Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.