Nurse LeadThe Nursing Lead is a clinical leadership role responsible for overseeing nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care, and supporting operational and strategic initiatives. This role provides hands-on leadership, staff coaching, policy oversight, and risk management while serving as a clinical authority for complex care situations. The Nursing Lead collaborates closely with operations, accounting, and leadership teams to optimize care delivery, staff performance, and client outcomes.
Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Staffing
- Collaborate with the Scheduling Team to understand baseline staffing requirements and build, modify, and maintain schedules.
- Assess workload to determine departmental staffing needs and communicate recommendations to the Manager and Director.
- Supervise and coordinate the work of nursing leads/Support nurses.
- Approve staff shifts, review billing, and coordinate with Accounting to ensure accurate processing.
- Participate in monthly staff check-ins and manage time-off requests for direct reports.
Clinical Leadership & Client Care
- Evaluate client healthcare needs and collaborate with the interprofessional healthcare team to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Provide guidance, leadership, and training to nursing staff, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols, best practices, and regulatory standards.
- Oversee onboarding and training for new nursing staff.
- Participate in client care conferences and stakeholder meetings, responding professionally to staff or client concerns.
Quality Improvement & Organizational Support
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and organizational projects.
- Assist with departmental budgeting, planning, and resource allocation.
- Support a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.
Availability
- Travel between facilities and client homes as required.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses.
- Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
- At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Valid G-class driver's license and reliable vehicle.
- Strong clinical judgment, leadership, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
- Ability to travel between facilities and client homes and work flexible hours, including weekends
Shift Details:
- Location: Main Office (In person position)
- Pay Range: $38 - $42 per Hour
- Shift Timing: Monday - Friday (9AM-5PM)
While we thank all applicants that apply, only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
