Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Charge Nurse / RN
Overview
Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. Benefits include comprehensive health benefits, student loan repayment assistance, and a supportive environment for career growth.
Job Summary
Plans, coordinates, and directs the daily operations of a specific shift on a clinical unit. Supervises staff and facilitates communication with physicians and internal administrators to provide optimal patient and family-centered care. Recognized as a change agent and leads efforts to strengthen organizational systems.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Mentors other Registered Nurses to the role and functions of Charge Nurse.
- Leads and coordinates team behavior between staff members and fosters the development of leadership skills in others.
- Provides direction and guidance to less experienced staff concerning policies, scheduling, assignments, organizational skills, and daily operations.
- Completes performance reviews with Nurse Manager input as appropriate.
- Incorporates Synergy model for care in nurse/patient assignments.
Qualifications
- Minimum Required:
- Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- 2 years of recent nursing experience AND a minimum of 2 years of experience in the area of concentration.
- A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- MSN or DNP.
Physical Requirements
(Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing).
Environmental Factors
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste; Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators.