Charge Nurse (RN) - Cath Lab

Conifer Health Solutions•Glendale, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for a clinic unit and coordinates functions and activities related to a single departmental function. The Charge Nurse coordinates the scheduling efforts of the unit RN's, acts as a liaison person to internal and external customers (i.e., pre-hospital providers, medical and nursing staff, hospital administration), and is responsible for developing and implementing plans/processes for meeting regulatory requirements. This role also involves training and mentoring staff.

Requirements

Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school
Two years relevant clinical nursing experience
License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona.
CPR.
ACLS as applicable by Facility/by Department ER, ICU, Endoscopy, Tele, Cardiac Cath Lab, L&D: ACLS required upon orientation completion.

Nice To Haves

BSN
Management experience with two years supervisory.
Certification in specialty area of practice preferred.
PACU: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire, PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides patient care according to designated standards and practices.
Assists in ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the appropriateness and effectiveness of patient care.
Makes assignments, delegates and supervises care provided by other RNs, LPNs and CNAs by matching patient care needs with resources and competencies.
Responsible for day to day staffing and making appropriate decision based on patient needs and skill level of caregiver.
Assist with the orientation process for new team members in collaboration with nursing management, RN staff, and other team members.
Schedules the department's day to day activities i.e. breaks, sending people home, etc.
Coordinates and participates in assuring completion of the orientation competency checklist for new hires and annual competencies for all employees.
Interacts with customers to assure professional conduct of staff.
Establishes a mechanism to track customer service performance and takes corrective action to address any issues.
Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned.