$5,000 sign on bonus!
Job Summary
The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.
Essential Functions
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Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
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Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
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Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
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Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
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Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
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Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
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Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
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Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
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Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
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Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.
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Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
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Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
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Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
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Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
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1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex patient care.
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
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Leadership and mentoring skills to manage staff and promote a positive work environment.
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Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients and tasks.
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Proficiency in using hospital information systems and clinical documentation tools.
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Knowledge of infection control protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement practices.
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Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies.
Licenses and Certifications
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RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
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BLS - Basic Life Support required
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ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
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