Resource Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg Neuro/Orthopedics - Full Time - Nights

About the Job:

The Resource Registered Nurse serves as a clinical leader on an assigned shift, overseeing unit operations, coordinating staffing assignments, and supporting patient care delivery. This role ensures safe, effective, and patient-centered care by balancing staff competencies, patient acuity, and unit volume. The Resource RN acts as a mentor, role model, and resource to the care team while collaborating closely with nursing leadership to maintain quality, safety, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate operational flow and patient care activities for an assigned unit and shift.

• Develop staff assignments based on competencies, patient acuity, and census.

• Lead staffing huddles and perform regular rounds to support quality care, patient safety, and patient satisfaction.

• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for nursing staff and new employees.

• Foster a positive work environment and assist staff in adapting to change.

• Deliver and promote patient-centered care utilizing the Professional Practice Model.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

• Utilize evidence-based practice, quality data, and performance improvement methodologies to enhance patient care.

• Support staff competency development in partnership with Clinical Teachers and nursing leadership.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, Unit Based Practice Councils, and patient experience efforts.

• Monitor compliance with organizational, professional, and regulatory standards.

• Use technology and electronic medical records to support documentation, communication, and clinical decision-making.

• Promote a culture of safety and assist in identifying and implementing system improvements.

• Escalate clinical, operational, or risk concerns through the chain of command when appropriate.

• Perform direct patient care and other duties as assigned.

Who You Are / Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.

• Current New Hampshire Registered Nurse license.

• Minimum two (2) years of progressive clinical experience in an acute care and/or specialty setting.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team collaboration abilities.

• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple responsibilities, and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

• Specialty certification obtained within four (4) years of hire.

Key Competencies

• Staff assignment and resource management.

• Clinical leadership and mentoring.

• Conflict management and service recovery.

• Performance improvement and quality initiatives.

• Critical thinking and sound clinical judgment.

• Effective communication and collaboration.

• Ability to support and promote patient safety, quality outcomes, and evidence-based practice.