RN, Lead (OR)

JOB SUMMARY:As a lead, the Registered Nurse serves as a working team member who coordinates and validates the work of the nursing team and functions as a clinical knowledge resource for peers.

The Lead RN maintains a patient care assignment and does not hold supervisory authority for staff actions.

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides direct patient care within the assigned clinical setting, based on the nursing process and within the RN scope of practice.Assesses patients, identifies changes in condition, and communicates clinical concerns to the provider.Develops, implements, and evaluates the plan of care in collaboration with providers and the interdisciplinary team.Administers medications and treatments per provider order; monitors and documents patient response, including adverse reactions.Establishes and maintains peripheral intravenous access as clinically indicated.Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies; initiates BLS/ACLS interventions and activates emergency response procedures as appropriate.Provides patient and family education on disease process, treatment, medications, and self-management of health.Responds to and triages patient inquiries and concerns; takes appropriate action in consultation with the provider.Coordinates patient care across the continuum, including referrals, external records, transitions of care, and communication with ancillary services and outside agencies.Documents nursing care in the electronic medical record in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.Coordinates daily clinical workflow within the assigned area to support safe and efficient patient care.Validates the accuracy and completeness of clinical work and documentation within the assigned area.Verifies readiness of the clinical environment, including supplies, equipment, and emergency resources.Serves as a clinical knowledge resource for nursing and clinical support staff; provides guidance on established policies, procedures, and clinical standards.Participates in the orientation, onboarding, and ongoing competency development of nursing and clinical support staff and students.Identifies and escalates workflow, staffing, equipment, and patient care concerns to nursing leadership.Supports implementation of departmental practice changes, quality initiatives, and regulatory readiness activities.

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: N/A SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Coordinates the work of others as a lead.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, REGISTRATION: ADN or BSN from an accredited College of NursingCurrent licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arkansas, or a current multistate license through the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) with the privilege to practice in ArkansasCurrent BLS certification required at hire; ACLS certification required within 90 days of hire where required by the assigned departmentChemotherapy certification required within 90 days of hire for nurses assigned to Medical Oncology or Infus...