Charge Nurse

LifePoint Hospitals • Rutherfordton, NC

78d

About The Position

The RN Charge Nurse provides nursing leadership for a specific shift and unit/area. This role involves supervising and mentoring nursing and support staff, determining staffing levels and assignments, and providing direct patient care as needed. The RN Charge Nurse is responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of patient care and addressing any issues that may affect patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Completion of an Associate Degree from a School of Nursing.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Kentucky.
• CPR certification required; ACLS & PALS within 6 months of hire.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in area of specialty preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work/patient flow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
• May take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
• Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
• Performs role-specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees