Charge Nurse - Med/Surg
About The Position
We are hiring a Charge RN for our Med/Surg Unit at Rust Medical Center. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. The Charge RN will work under the direction of the Nursing Director, works with the Department RN Manager and RN Assistant Manager as a part of the management/leadership team to provide clinical and operational shift supervision of care processes which includes patient flow, exceptional care experiences, quality processes, patient safety, and direction of unit staff in designated service area(s). May provide direct patient care. The biggest focus on our unit is a warm welcoming culture that understands the importance of work life balance. We are a family oriented unit that believes in supporting one another, with lots of opportunity for growth as you build your critical thinking skills in our fast paced environment.
Requirements
- Minimum One year of nursing experience required
- Registered Nurse; Licensure: State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License required.
- Degree from accredited academic nursing program ADN/BSN/MSN
- BLS Required at time of hire
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and supervision to nursing staff during assigned shifts.
- Coordinate patient care activities, including admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Assign and adjust nursing staff assignments based on patient acuity and staff competency.
- Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for nurses, promoting best practices in patient care.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and infection control guidelines.
- Facilitate communication between nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
- Monitor patient care quality and safety, addressing any concerns promptly.
Benefits
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
- free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
