Emergency Department RN Team Leader

Team Leader – Nursing

Requisition Number: R-21242

Facility: LOC
0001 – 55 Fogg Road, 55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190

Department: SSH Emergency Department HB

Position Type: Full Time

Schedule: 40 hrs / week, day shift (7 am – 5 pm, Monday‑Friday)

Compensation: $ – $

The Team Leader‑Nursing partners with the Nurse Manager(s) to support the day‑to‑day operations of the Emergency Department. The role serves as a clinical and administrative resource for staff and provides department coverage in the absence of the Nurse Manager. Responsibilities focus on Clinical Operations, Compliance/Regulatory Support, Communication, Resource Allocation, Staff Development, and Continuous Improvement.

• Clinical Operations: Provide in‑depth knowledge of department operations; supervise clinical staff, assign tasks and evaluate performance; support scheduling and absence management; collaborate with the staffing office; monitor workflows to meet organizational goals.
• Compliance & Regulatory Support: Work with the Nurse Manager to ensure compliance with accreditation, state, and federal standards; perform and document audits; follow up on documentation; assist with safety investigations.
• Communication: Act as liaison between clinical staff and the Nurse Manager; resolve complaints from patients and families; facilitate interdisciplinary communication and collaboration; communicate clearly and build trust with stakeholders.
• Resource Allocation: Manage and allocate resources to maintain fiscal responsibility; ensure equipment functions and address issues in real time; collaborate on financial decision‑making.
• Staff Development: Support team in adapting to departmental and hospital‑wide changes; interview, onboard, and mentor new staff; coach and mentor team members; gather real‑time information for corrective action.
• Continuous Improvement: Assist with evidence‑based policy creation; identify and participate in quality improvement activities; lead committees or presentations; conduct audits and improvement projects; accept committee appointments.

• Minimum Education: RN from an accredited school of nursing;
  Bachelor of Sciences in Nursing (BSN).
• Minimum
  
  Work Experience:
  
  At least 3 years with progressive responsibility in nursing related to the clinical area in the division of hire.
• Required Licenses / Registrations: RN – Registered Nurse.
• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  BLS, ACLS, NRP, PALS; professional certifications expected once eligible; membership in a professional organization encouraged.
• Required Knowledge &
  
  Skills:
  
  Effective written and verbal communication; motivation of others; creative problem‑solving; adaptability; strong time‑management.
• Work Hours: 40 hrs / week, day shifts 7 am – 5 pm, Monday‑Friday.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider