Charge Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse Job Type: Fulltime, Days 15,000 Sign-On Bonus with a 2 year commitment! Your Experience Matters National Park Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More About Our Team Join our team where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Registered Nurses (RNs). As a Charge Nurse, you will play an important role in guiding nursing and support staff, coordinating patient care needs, assisting with staffing and workflow, and helping foster a positive environment that encourages professional growth and strong patient outcomes. How You'll Contribute A Charge Nurse who excels in this role: Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.Determines staffing levels and assignments based on availability, abilities, census, acuity, and workflow.Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.Determines staffing levels and assignments based on availability, abilities, census, acuity, and workflow.Provides direct patient care as needed and may take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies issues affecting outcomes.Responds to patient care complaints and manages them through established channels.Performs role-specific duties including entering orders, performing admissions/discharges, and coordinating transfers.Ensures staff have necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality care.Provides quality patient care; works flexible shifts/units as needed.Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient Performs timely and accurate QI assessments Perform other duties as assigned. What We're Looking For Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include: Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire. ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire. One year of experience preferred ASLS certification preferred Why join us We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. About Our Health System National Park Medical Center is a 163 bed hospital located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. EEOC Statement National Park Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. National Park Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.