RN Charge - Dermatology/Allergy Clinic

About the role

The Charge Nurse serves as a key member of the unit-based leadership team. Under the general supervision of the unit’s Director of Nursing or designee, the Charge Nurse is responsible for managing patient-centered care coordination within the unit/department during the designated shift. The Charge Nurse assumes responsibility for the direction and coordination of all functions in the unit during their designated shifts. In collaboration with other members of the management team, the Charge Nurse directs, monitors, and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures, serves as a resource person for staff, and models a commitment to the hospital’s vision, mission and values to support an extraordinary patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient-centered care coordination within the unit/department during the designated shift.
• Assume responsibility for the direction and coordination of all functions in the unit during their designated shifts.
• Direct, monitor, and evaluate nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures.
• Serve as a resource person for staff.
• Model a commitment to the hospital’s vision, mission and values to support an extraordinary patient experience and clinical outcomes.
• Build/foster strong trusting relationships, influence others, use negotiation skills and develop solutions to achieve results.
• Work within a fast-paced environment, fostering teamwork.
• Meet deadlines, prioritize demands and solve problems creatively.
• Develop and foster positive employee experiences.
• Hold self to the highest professional standard. Model professionalism for all staff & hold staff accountable for same.

Requirements

• At least 20% of the nurse’s total shifts worked must be designated as Charge Nurse.
• Experience working in a complex healthcare organization is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and excellent communication, presentation, and people skills.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment, fostering teamwork.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritize demands and solve problems creatively.
• Ability to develop and foster positive employee experiences.
• Holds self to the highest professional standard. Models professionalism for all staff & holds staff accountable for same.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate in Science Degree required. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Required Experience: 1 year or more of clinical experience in applicable clinical area required.

Skills

• Knowledge of healthcare policies and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

LCMC Health offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Details can be found on the company's website or during the interview process.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Details can be found on the company's website or during the interview process.

Schedule

Shifts are typically days, with details provided during the interview process.

University Medical Center

University Medical Center is a world-class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care. It is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+ years. Learn more about its legacy and vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.

Company Culture

LCMC Health celebrates authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion, and a “come on in” attitude. We believe in bringing a little more heart and soul into healthcare. We encourage creativity, diversity, and a positive outlook in everything we do. We value honesty, compassion, and a collaborative spirit. We are committed to providing exceptional care and creating a welcoming environment for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.