Mercy Health
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Unit Leader - Coronary Care Unit (CCU) - West Hospital
Job summary
The Unit Leader is responsible for coordinating, supporting, and overseeing clinical operations and patient care delivery within assigned procedural areas, including the Cath Lab and other cardiovascular or invasive procedural settings. In collaboration with clinical leadership, the Unit Leader applies advanced clinical knowledge, the nursing process, and strong operational judgment to guide staff, optimize patient flow, and ensure a safe, high‑quality, patient‑centered environment. This role promotes excellence in clinical practice, fosters interprofessional teamwork, supports optimal resource utilization, and maintains readiness of procedural environments, equipment, and supplies to meet patient and case-specific needs.
Essential functions
Coordinates daily operations, staffing, assignments, and procedural schedules to ensure safe, efficient patient flow.
Ensures procedural rooms are properly prepared, including equipment readiness, sterile field management, and case‑specific supplies.
Serves as a clinical resource and role model, providing real‑time support, mentoring, and precepting for staff.
Promotes patient safety and quality by rounding on patients, monitoring care standards, and participating in performance improvement initiatives.
Supports interprofessional collaboration through effective communication with physicians, anesthesia, technicians, patients, and families.
Assists with or oversees procedural tasks such as equipment operation, documentation of devices/implants, emergency response, and room turnover.
Maintains compliance with infection prevention, environmental safety, and regulatory requirements.
Provides ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance support to staff while fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.
Engages in education, competency validation, and orientation of new staff and students.
Ensures efficient resource utilization and contributes to operational problem-solving across department
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
Associate of Nursing, nursing (required) OR Diploma in Nursing (required)
Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)
Required licensing and certifications
Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to entering patient care setting)
Certifications required based on the unit(s) that the leader oversees and the requirements for those specific units:
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)
NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred)
TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (preferred)
ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (preferred)
National Board Certification Specialty (preferred)
Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification (preferred)
Experience
Skills and abilities
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]
