Charge RN II Oncology-OP Infusion Center
About the role
The Charge Nurse position is a licensed professional Registered Nurse (RN), who, as an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. This position creates an environment for the management and delivery of safe patient care.
Responsibilities
Besides fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a clinical nurse, the Charge Nurse position is a role model and coach to department personnel and assists in developing their skills and knowledge. Responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to:
- Leading unit and shared governance activities
- Assessing unit needs related to practice and improvement opportunities
- Serving as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff
- Coordinating unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management
Qualifications
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills.
Required licenses and certifications include:
- RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing
- PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency)
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
- Chemotherapy credential: FCIA or ONS-CICC, or ONS-CICR (current incumbents have one year) within 90 days
Preferred certifications include Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification.
Skills
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components.
Essential Functions
The Charge Nurse will perform the following essential functions:
People
Fosters staff engagement by demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals.
Role models inter-professional communication, which includes active listening and teaching, and assists with staff stress management as needed.
Service
Leads the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.
Mentors others regarding specialty populations; audits plan of care.
Quality/Safety
Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document, by actively participating in meeting and improving nurse sensitive quality indicators and patient safety goals.
Participates in the creation of a continuous improvement environment by promoting situational awareness, assisting with audits as needed, and using teachable moments.