Unit Leader - Med/Surg

Unit Leader – Nursing – Med/Surg - Prestigious Hospital – Full time – Up to $146,900 – South Central West Chester Area


We are proud to partner with this Prestigious Hospital in the recruitment of a Unit Leader for their high-performing Med Surg nursing team. This hospital is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and is looking for a motivated and experienced RN to take the next step in leadership.
 
Position Summary
The Unit Leader plays a critical role in supporting bedside nurses to ensure safe, high-quality care and achieve both departmental and hospital-wide goals. Working closely with the Nurse Manager, this role blends leadership, clinical skill, and strong communication to drive unit performance and patient satisfaction. The Unit Leader is a liaison among staff, management, patients, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams—leading by example and promoting a culture of accountability and excellence.
 
Unit Leader – Nursing – Med/Surg Key Responsibilities
In partnership with the Nurse Manager and Assistant Nurse Manager, the Unit Leader will:

• Support and model the Prestigious Hospital’s Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors
• Ensure patient care adheres to all hospital, regulatory, and evidence-based standards
• Act as a positive role model for nursing, offering mentoring and support to staff across all shifts
• Lead and monitor unit-based quality and performance improvement initiatives
• Flex schedule as needed to support unit coverage and clinical leadership
• Adhere to budget guidelines while ensuring appropriate nursing resources
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care
• Develop and implement best practices for nursing care delivery
• Participate in patient care and take on clinical assignments as needed
• Promote continuous education, competency, and participation in shared governance among staff
• Join committees, task forces, and special projects as assigned
• Maintain a safe environment in line with accrediting/regulatory standards
• Demonstrate team-building principles and collaborate across disciplines
• Lead efforts to exceed nationally benchmarked patient satisfaction scores
• Develop measurable action plans to address any patient or nursing satisfaction gaps
• Be a proactive and positive change agent for unit and hospital initiatives
• Perform other related duties as assigned

 
Unit Leader – Nursing – Med/Surg Qualifications & Experience

• Current NY State RN License required
• BSN required (MSN preferred)
• Minimum one year of RN experience in the area of specialty preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing and patient care
• BCLS certification required
• ACLS certification required (NICU & OR RNs excluded; timeline applies for new hires)
• PALS certification required for specified departments (timeline applies for new hires)
• NRP certification required for NICU, L&D, and Mother-Baby Unit RNs (timeline applies)
• Prior leadership or management experience strongly preferred
• At least two years of clinical experience in unit specialty preferred
• Ability to function independently as a staff RN
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical nursing skills

 
Core Competencies

• Teamwork & adaptability
• Professional role modeling
• Strong assessment skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High attention to detail
• Organizational and planning abilities
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• High stress tolerance and emotional resilience

 
Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Exposure to clinical chemicals as per SDS guidelines
• 85% mobility required during shift
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods
• Regular lifting/moving of up to 50 lbs and patient transfers with assistance
• Fast-paced, high-interruption environment requiring continuous focus
• Ability to respond rapidly to changing clinical situations
• Must be able to detect and respond to emergency signals
• Frequent use of computers, equipment, and devices
• Must be capable of prolonged concentration despite interruptions
• Must retain and apply multiple instructions throughout the day

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Contact Details:
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Tom Stock direct on +191 726 81179
 

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