Charge Registered Nurse (Charge RN)

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care activities and nursing staff during assigned shifts.
• Combine direct patient care with administrative duties to ensure safe, effective, and efficient nursing services.
• Function as a resource for staff, facilitate communication among healthcare team members, and uphold standards of quality care and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate and supervise nursing staff during shifts to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Delegate assignments and ensure appropriate staffing based on patient acuity and staff skill levels.
• Support and mentor nurses, providing clinical guidance and addressing performance or workflow issues.
• Act as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, patients, families, and ancillary departments.
• Monitor patient care activities and assist in complex or emergency cases when needed.
• Participate in shift huddles, hand-offs, and staff rounding to promote continuity of care.
• Maintain compliance with policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new staff.
• Monitor and document incidents, ensuring appropriate follow-up and reporting.
• Provide input to management on staffing, supplies, and performance improvement.
• Maintain accurate documentation and electronic medical records as per facility protocols.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current and valid RN license in Georgia
• Minimum 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience
• Prior leadership or charge nurse experience preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• ACLS, PALS, or other specialty certifications preferred

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficient in electronic health record systems. Athena EMR highly preferred
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and respond to emergencies effectively