RN Charge Nurse Full Time Nights

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of nursing care using the nursing process.
• Utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Provide direct care and delegate/navigate nursing care according to the Nurse Practice Act.
• Cook up nursing unit activities related to patient care coordination.
• Engage in patient and family education as necessary.
• Lead and guide nursing staff and ancillary personnel.
• Incorporate interdisciplinary review process information into patient care plans and education plans.

Requirements

• Current, active RN license in the state of employment.
• Current BLS certification from an approved vendor.
• Current ACLS certification from an approved vendor within six months of hire.
• One year of medical/surgical hospital experience required.
• Two years of acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Critical care experience preferred.
• Previous Charge Nurse/Supervisory experience preferred.

Qualifications/Skills

• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications relevant to job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.