Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Community Health System•Fresno, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview All positions are located in Fresno/Clovis CA As a Charge Nurse for our Surgery teams, you will have unique opportunities at every corner. With an average of over 26,000 surgical cases per year, you will learn from multiple disciplines, develop close relationships with your close-knit team, and be able to make a difference in the lives of thousands. From trauma, burn, pediatrics, neurosurgery, cardiac surgery, gynecology, surgical oncology and much more, your critical thinking and organizational skills will be key as you serve as the liason for your assigned area. At Clovis Community you will be part of the family-like team that has been integral in helping us become a local favorite , and one of the busiest sites in the world for da Vinci robotic surgery. We are a growing and state-of-the-art facility with 17 operating rooms, and building out 6 more in 2022 with the opening of a new tower. The operating rooms have quick turnover and cases both inpatient and outpatient. As a member of our team, you will need to be prepared to always be on the move. We are looking for an individual who can thrive in the quick turnover environment, while maintaining a positive attitude alongside other team members. As a Center of Excellence in Total Joint, Bariatrics, and Robotics you will be able to grow your career with us. We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care begins with our incredible staff. Because of this, we provide unique benefits like free concierge services to run your errands while you work and well-being support through on-demand resources, as well as excellent retirement options and core benefits. Financial benefits are important too, and outside base compensation we provide relocation bonuses if you are moving to our wonderful community. Responsibilities The Charge Nurse for Community Health System (CHS) has daily oversight and supportive resourcing of the clinical staff and the management of patient care. They serve as the primary liaison for an assigned care area with physicians, staff, patients, and families. They are responsible for coordinating patient flow and staff assignments and the oversight of patient safety, quality, and regulatory activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
2 years of experience as a staff RN in the area of assignment or demonstrated competency by achieving a minimum of 35 points on the RN Competency Model Evaluation form required
6 months of experience as a Relief Charge RN, or in a team leadership role required
RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required
BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
Certifications as required for the unit CHS HealthStream Course
ALS-OB - Advanced Life Support OB Program required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position o For the following departments: 01-74000 Labor & Delivery, 01-74003 Antepartum, 01-74004 OB Triage. Clovis: 02-74000 Labor & Delivery, 02-74001 Antepartum Testing, 02-74004 OB Triage.
BAC - Basic Arrhythmia Course required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position o For the following departments: 04-87301 Centralized Flex Staffing, 04-87302 Centralized Float, 01-61100 Burn Center, 01-61701 Med Surg 2 Central, 01-61702 Med Surg 5 Central, 01-61703 Med Surg 7 West, 01-61730 Med Surg Oncology, 01-61770 Orthopedics 5 West, 01-61790 CPCU, 01-61791 CVS Progressive 8W, 01-74270 PACU-Recovery, 01-74276 FH PACU, 01-74300 Short Stay Surgery, 01-74306 FH Short Stay Surgery, 01-87300 Nurse Float-PR Only. Clovis: 02-61792 Surgical CPCU, 02-74270 PACU-Recovery, 02-74300 Short Stay Surgery, 02-87300 Nurse Float-PR Only.
NIHSS - National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Exam required within 180 days of hire or transfer into position o For the following departments: 04-87301 Centralized Flex Staffing, 04-87302 Centralized Float, 01-60100 ICU 4th Floor, 01-60101 ICU 5th Floor, 01-60102 Neuroscience ICU, 01-60103 Neuroscience ICU-4 North, 01-61704 Neuroscience 9W, 01-61780 ICU Stepdown, 01-70100 Emergency, 01-87300 Nurse Float-PR Only. Clovis: 02-60100 ICU, 02-70100 Emergency, 02-87300 Nurse Float-PR Only.
Refer to the department’s specific requirements, orientation skills checklists and competencies
Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required upon entry or transfer into job for the following departments: 01-60300 CVU, 01-60306 FH CVU, 01-61705 FH CPCU, 01-70710 FH ES Cardiac Treatment Ctr, 01-74230 Cardiac Surgery, 01-75700 Cath Lab, 01-75706 FH Cath Lab, 01-75900 Cardiology, 01-75931 Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab, 01-78700 Interventional Pre Proc PICA, 01-87206 FH Nursing Admin. Clovis: 02-60300 ICU 2 North, 02-75701 Cath Lab, 02-75720 Post Interventional Cardiac Area PICA, 02-76400 Interventional Radiology.
Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire or transfer into job for the following departments: 04-87301 Centralized Flex Staffing, 04-87302 Centralized Float, 01-60102 Neuroscience ICU, 01-60103 Neuroscience ICU-4 North, 01-61780 ICU Stepdown, 01-74000 Labor & Delivery, 01-74003 Antepartum, 01-74004 OB Triage, 01-87300 Nurse Float-PR Only. Clovis: 02-61780 ICU Stepdown, 02-61792 Surgical CPCU, 02-74000 Labor & Delivery, 02-74001 Antepartum Testing, 02-74004 OB Triage, 02-87300 Nurse Float-PR Only.
Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire or transfer into job for the following departments: 01-60100 ICU 4th Floor, 01-60101 ICU 5th Floor, 01-61100 Burn Center, 01-61701 Med Surg 2 Central, 01-61702 Med Surg 5 Central, 01-61703 Med Surg 7 West, 01-61704 Neuroscience 9W, 01-61730 Med Surg Oncology, 01-61770 Orthopedics 5 West, 01-61790 CPCU, 01-61791 CVS Progressive 8W, 01-70100 Emergency, 01-72000 FH ADTC-Advanced Diag Test Ctr, 01-73900 Burn Therapy, 01-74206 FH Surgery, 01-74240 Neurosurgery, 01-74270 PACU-Recovery, 01-74276 FH PACU, 01-74300 Short Stay Surgery, 01-74306 FH Short Stay Surgery, 01-76306 FH Radiology Diagnostic, 01-76400 Radiography Therapeutic, 01-77401 Renal Dialysis-IP, 01-77610 Endoscopy. Clovis: 02-60100 ICU, 02-61790 Med Surg CPCU, 02-70100 Emergency, 02-74270 PACU-Recovery, 02-74300 Short Stay Surgery, 02-77401 Renal Dialysis-IP, 02-77610 Endoscopy.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire or transfer into job for the following departments: 04-87301 Centralized Flex Staffing, 04-87302 Centralized Float, 01-87300 Nurse Float-PR Only. Clovis: 02-87300 Nurse Float-PR Only.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire or transfer into job for the following departments: 01-60500 Pediatric ICU, 01-61100 Burn Center, 01-62900 Pediatrics, 01-70100 Emergency, 01-73900 Burn Therapy, 01-74270 PACU-Recovery, 01-74300 Short Stay Surgery, 01-76400 Radiography Therapeutic, 01-77610 Endoscopy (except for nurses in pre-admission testing). Clovis: 02-70100 Emergency, 02-74270 PACU-Recovery.
Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) Course must be obtained within 6 months of date of hire or transfer into job for the following departments (exceptions may apply, refer to Policy #10925): 01-74000 Labor & Delivery, 01-74003 Antepartum, 01-74004 OB Triage. Clovis: 02-74000 Labor & Delivery, 02-74001 Antepartum Testing, 02-74004 OB Triage.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire or transfer into job for the following departments: 01-60500 Pediatric ICU, 01-60700 NICU, 01-62900 Pediatrics, 01-63800 Obstetrics, 01-65320 Newborn Nursery, 01-74000 Labor & Delivery, 01-74003 Antepartum, 01-74004 OB Triage. Clovis: 02-60700 Neonatal ICU, 02-63800 Obstetrics, 02-74000 Labor & Delivery, 02-74001 Antepartum Testing, 02-74004 OB Triage.
Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy/Biotherapy (ONSCHEMO) certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire or transfer into job for the following departments: 01-61730 Med Surg Oncology, 01-73911 Ambulatory Infusion Ctr-EMP, 01-73913 Ambulatory Infusion Ctr-Clovis. Clovis: 02-61708 Med-Surg Oncology, 02-73917 CCI - Infusion Services.
Certified Electronic Fetal Monitoring (C-EFM) by the National Certification Corporation (NCC) must be obtained within 1 year of hire or transfer into job for the following departments (exceptions may apply, refer to Policy #10925): 01-74000 Labor & Delivery, 01-74003 Antepartum, 01-74004 OB Triage. Clovis: 02-74000 Labor & Delivery, 02-74001 Antepartum Testing, 02-74004 OB Triage.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary contact for care area communication.
Coordinates patient flow within the care area, facilitates admissions, discharges, and transfers to maximize unit capacity.
Makes patient care assignments based on patient acuity, care needs, and staff competency.
Coordinates patient care and ensures adherence to safety protocols and evidence-based standards of care.
Participates in regulatory activities for assigned area, e.g., chart and environment of care audits, ensuring unit is survey ready at all times. Monitors Pyxis for discrepancies and addresses alerts by the end of the shift.
Serves as a liaison for staff/patient/families/physicians and collaborates with the Assistant Nurse Manager/Manager, when necessary.
Receives, documents, and attempts real-time resolution of complaints and/or suggestions posed by patients, visitors, and other departments. Refers any unresolved situations to the Assistant Nurse Manager and/or Manager.
Provides evaluation/feedback pertaining to unit staff to Assistant Nurse Manager/Manager.
Provides coverage as a staff RN, including "at all times" break coverage.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.