TEAM Leader- RMC 3RD ICU MAIN; Nights

Overview

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse Team Leader to join our Medical Surgical team in Kankakee, Illinois. This role supervises and coordinates patient care and leads a team of nurses in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has leadership experience and clinical excellence and will collaborate with the Nurse Manager to supervise daily operations, ensure high standards of clinical practices, foster a collaborative work environment, and contribute to patient safety, well-being, and recovery.

The position requires flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

• Clinical Leadership: Oversee daily unit activities and ensure adherence to clinical practices and patient care protocols. Coordinate care, admissions and discharges, assign tasks, and supervise staff on shift.
• Patient Care: Assume patient assignments when needed, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans. Manage complex cases and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Treatment Administration: Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as ordered. Monitor responses and update care plans as necessary.
• Patient and Family
  
  Education:
  
  Provide culturally appropriate, age-appropriate education about medical conditions, treatment plans, and follow-up care. Address questions to support understanding and participation.
• Infection Control: Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a safe environment. Implement standard precautions and safety measures.
• Team Coordination: Facilitate communication among nursing staff, physicians, and other health professionals. Promote teamwork and provide guidance to ensure cohesive care.
• Staff Training and Development: Mentor and train staff; provide ongoing coaching and feedback for professional growth.
• Quality Improvement: Partner with the Nurse Manager to monitor compliance with regulations and standards. Engage in quality improvement, Evidence Based Practice, and clinical audits where applicable; address concerns promptly.
• Emergency Response: Lead clinical response during emergencies and coordinate with other providers.
• Administrative Duties: Assist with staffing, scheduling, timekeeping, interviews, expenses, and other tasks to support unit operations.
• Patient
  
  Experience:
  
  Conduct patient rounds; engage with patients and families to promote comfort, trust, and understanding. Address concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Employee
  
  Experience:
  
  Contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment and promote mutual respect and teamwork.
• Education Requirements: Maintain annual education requirements for hospital-based certifications (e.g., DNV, CARF, or others).

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Experience caring for patient populations across the lifespan is highly desirable.
• Basic ECG rhythm interpretation skills preferred.

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Current RN license in Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 1 year of hire.
• New Graduate RNs starting on or after 1/1/25 must earn a BSN within 3 years of start date.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Professional certification in nursing specialty preferred.

This description reflects the general nature and level of work expected and is not a comprehensive listing of duties. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package including benefits, competitive compensation, retirement offerings, and opportunities for career development.

Compensation and benefits details vary by full-time equivalent (FTE) status.

• Base compensation within the pay range based on qualifications, experience, and training.
• Shift differential or on-call pay where applicable.
• Potential for annual increases based on performance.
• Benefits such as PTO, medical/dental/vision, life, disability, Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts, and retirement plans.