What you will do:
* Functions in first-line management/clinical leadership role in coordinating patient care activities on the nursing unit.
* Ensures appropriate staffing and coverage for unanticipated needs, within the guidelines of the department.
* Participates in the interviewing process of prospective staff and provides input to the Director.
* Assumes primary nurse, team leader, or patient care responsibilities as necessary
*Serves as a coach/mentor in recommending personnel actions such as promotions, clinical ladder advancement and transfers.
* Coordinate and adjust work schedules to meet the needs of the unit. Work with Administrative Director and Staffing Office on staffing issues as they arise to assure that unit needs are met. Approves incremental overtime and permits staff to leave early to meet the needs of the unit and maintains budgetary compliance.
Education & Qualifications
*Graduate from an accredited school of nursing is required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or related field, preferred.
* Specialty certification desirable.
* Previous experience as regular Charge Nurse or Assistant Head Nurse level on a nursing unit required.
* Strong leadership traits, as well as experience with staffing, scheduling, and strong communication skills necessary.
Licensure:
* Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Florida.
*Minimum of BLS Certification.
Position Highlights and Benefits
Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance.We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions.Ministry/Facility Information:
Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health.We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care.We are the only Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties and are not for profit. We are part of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Together, we serve people and communities in 21 states from coast to coast, providing nearly 2.8 million visits annually.Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of workRetirement savings program with employer matchingLegal Info
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.