RN TEAM LEAD - Practice, OBGYN - River Valley

Job Title: RN TEAM LEAD - PRACTICE, OBGYN
- New River Valley

Employment Status: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Facility: 2875 Barn Rd
- Christiansburg CP08 Carilion Medical Center.

Requisition Number: R158692 RN TEAM LEAD - PRACTICE, OBGYN
- New River Valley (Open)

The Registered Nurse Team Lead supports the delivery of high-quality patient care and team performance within our practice clinical service area. This role combines direct patient care responsibilities with leadership and operational oversight to ensure optimal outcomes and a positive work environment.

The RN Team Lead

• Leads the delivery of patient care, ensuring clinical excellence and adherence to departmental standards.
• Provides direction, supervision, and delegation of clinical and non‑clinical responsibilities to staff.
• Fosters a positive team culture that promotes accountability, high morale, low turnover, and professional growth.
• Recognizes staff accomplishments and encourages ongoing development and engagement.
• Serves as a communication bridge between staff and management, ensuring two‑way feedback and timely resolution of issues.
• Collaborates with physicians, patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and manage care plans.
• Maintains confidentiality and makes informed decisions based on sensitive information.
• Attends local and organizational management meetings, representing the unit and contributing to broader initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, CLIA, OSHA).
• Supports fiscal management by maintaining staffing levels, controlling expenses, and contributing to budget planning.
• Leads quality improvement initiatives, including patient satisfaction and performance metrics.
• Provides age‑appropriate care utilizing knowledge of life span development.
• Responds to urgent staffing needs, including working at other Carilion facilities when necessary.
• Exercises sound judgment in interpreting laws, regulations, and organizational policies, with awareness of potential impacts on reimbursement, HR, and clinical pathways.

• Education: Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program required.
• Experience: 1 year in clinical discipline required with demonstrated clinical and leadership expertise.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia.
• Special Training: For Psychiatry and Behavioral Health – de‑escalation training must be successfully completed within four months of hire.
• Computer skills required for electronic medical record (EPIC).
• Demonstrates leadership qualities and skills.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills required.
• Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position.
• Must possess ability to appropriately handle/restrain patients who may be disruptive and/or physically violent.

This job description is only a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well‑being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well‑rounded benefits package, and many perks and well‑being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when you're away.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer‑Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity

Employer:

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug‑Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800‑599‑2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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