Team Leader Registered Nurse (RN)
Lead with Purpose. Inspire Excellence. Make a Difference.
Our Mission
To advance the health and wellbeing of our community with compassion and care.
At Deaconess Illinois, our Team Leaders play a critical role in shaping the patient experience and supporting nursing excellence. We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) who is passionate about leading teams, mentoring staff, and delivering exceptional patient-centered care.
As a Team Leader RN, you will partner closely with the Nurse Manager to support daily operations, guide nursing staff, promote quality outcomes, and foster a collaborative culture where both patients and caregivers thrive.
Why Youll Love This Role
Make a direct impact on patient care and unit performance
Mentor and develop the next generation of nursing professionals
Collaborate with physicians, leaders, and interdisciplinary teams
Influence quality, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives
Build leadership experience and advance your nursing career
Be part of an organization committed to compassion, excellence, and growth
What Youll Do
Clinical Leadership & Patient Care
Demonstrate clinical expertise while providing and overseeing high-quality patient care
Serve as a role model for nursing excellence and professional practice
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
Promote patient safety and ensure adherence to infection prevention and quality standards
Support evidence-based practices and positive patient outcomes
Nursing Process & Care Coordination
Perform comprehensive patient assessments and identify care needs
Assist in developing and evaluating individualized patient care plans
Ensure accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational standards
Support safe medication administration and compliance with clinical protocols
Team Leadership & Staff Development
Assist with orientation, onboarding, and ongoing development of nursing staff
Participate in employee coaching, evaluations, and professional growth planning
Support staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation decisions
Foster teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment
Serve as a resource and mentor for clinical staff
Quality, Safety & Regulatory Compliance
Support patient safety initiatives, quality improvement efforts, and regulatory readiness
Promote compliance with organizational policies and accreditation standards
Assist with implementation of safety goals and best practices
Monitor and contribute to patient satisfaction and quality outcome measures
Operational & Fiscal Responsibilities
Assist with staffing management and productivity goals
Support budget initiatives and resource management efforts
Complete payroll and other administrative functions as assigned
Promote efficient use of department resources while maintaining quality care
Qualifications
Required
Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license
Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing
Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Computer proficiency and experience with electronic medical records
Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Minimum two years of clinical nursing experience
Minimum one year of experience within a nursing specialty
Previous leadership, charge nurse, preceptor, or team leader experience
Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within six months of hire (based on unit requirements)
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to occasionally exert up to 100 pounds of force and frequently exert 25-50 pounds of force. Responsibilities may include prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and other physical activities associated with direct patient care.
Work Environment
On-site position
Occasional travel may be required
Driving is not an essential function of this role
Join Our Leadership Team
If youre ready to take the next step in your nursing career and help lead a team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care, we invite you to apply.
Join Deaconess Illinois and help shape the future of nursing excellence-one patient, one team, and one shift at a time.